June 27, 2010

0 colour wheel brolly

Singing in the rain(bow). A colour wheel umbrella, perfect for cheering up a rainy day.

Yes, it has been one of the sunniest weeks of the year so far but there's nothing wrong with forward planning.

Available from MoMA store for $40.

January 27, 2010

0 birdcage umbrella

I think I have a bit thing of a thing about umbrellas. I would never have known before starting this blog but I do appear to post a new brolly on a regular basis.

This clever little birdcage umbrella is by Lulu Guinness.

Via bookofjoe.

March 7, 2009

0 samurai sword umbrella

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ThinkGeek are selling this samurai sword umbrella - it has a handle like that found on a samurai sword, so you can battle the weather.

Via Likecool.com.

January 11, 2009

0 sky umbrella

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The MoMA store are selling this cheerful umbrella for $48, designed by EFM and Tibor Kalman.

September 2, 2008

0 retro fun for everyone

I love retro. Who doesn't love retro?

Here are some products which have recently popped up on the brilliant Retro To Go.

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A 60s-style dome umbrella for just £10 here on the V&A website (in red, pink, grey or black).

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A rather cool cushion featuring a testcard pattern, designed by Henriette Hyldgaard and on sale for £33. Available here at Funktion Alley.

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Vespa shoulder bags - four different designs for sale right here on the Purves website.

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A set of three Andy Warhol watches for $44.10 (that's around £22 - bargain!) from Plasticland.

Visit Retro To Go for more vintage inspiration.

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