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Retro games and vintage vibes

retro games

Retro games and imagery offer a refreshing alternative to the slick perfection of contemporary digital graphics. Just arrived in stock are our new mens Tetris design socks in dark brown or black. The colourful blocks, whether you were a player or not, make a striking and stylish statement for work or play! Like an old friend, ‘Arcade ghost’, a much ‘loved’ gaming character, is instantly recognisable, on socks for men and women. This retro favourite comes in burgundy, navy, teal and black form the original selection for blokes and are now joined by a pale pink and grey version in the slightly smaller womens’ size.

Retro comes to jewellery too with space invader stud earrings in silver and gold finish and a choice of enamel colours. Arcade pacman and ghost are another fun stud – a ‘mismatched’ pair featuring those two famous characters and we have a set of four Tetris design earrings for you to mix and match as the mood takes you. The Rubik’s cube was a hugely popular puzzle in the 1970’s and ’80’s. Invented in 1974 by Hungarian sculptor and architect, Erno Rubik, the Rubik’s Cube is a colourful 3-D combination puzzle. We have created a cool pendant, which comes complete with moving parts on a colourful ball chain. Mini Rubik’s Cube drop earrings complete the story.

The ‘white noise’ T.V. keyring harks back to a time before flat-screens and digital media. Our ‘chunky’ telly even has a noise function to take you back to that retro ‘white noise’ of former times…That is if you are old enough to remember! Pre-mobile phone cameras come as crystal and enamel rings, stud and drop earrings and pendants in black and white. Even more ‘old school’ is a ‘flashbulb’ camera pendant with a round glass lense in chrome or brass.

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New face mask designs now in stock – magnifique!

Face masks look set to become a staple accessory for some time to come. Our new face mask designs will make an attractive and interesting addition to your wardrobe. With inspiration so often drawn from countries near and far, many of the new styles in our collection take their design cue from our neighbour across the channel. French blues and Francophile hues are a lively reminder of happy holidays in the wonderful land of fashion and food. ‘Jolie Tulipe’, featured above, is a gorgeous impressionistic floral print evoking lazy long lunches in the sun. A profusion of pretty little meadow flowers brings the ‘Petit Fleur’ face mask to life and ‘French blue fern’ is a lovely, fresh design with echoes of the original ‘Laura Ashley’ patterns of the 1970’s.

For a blast of colour ‘bright butterflies’ bursts onto the scene with fantasy flora and fauna to lighten your days. Throw together with the psychedelic ’60’s print’ design and electric pink blooms of ‘paint splash fuchsia flower’ for a stunning set.

If you’re into a bit of a vintage vibe you’ll love the new ‘vintage rose’ design, a gorgeous pink version of the popular original. ‘China blue meadow’ is a classic blue and white floral print which is reminiscent of English afternoon tea drunk from bone china cups. Check out the other beautiful designs in this genre and complete your own ‘vintage’ selection with ‘Persian cat’, a new face mask featuring magnificent moggies and garden blooms, again in those wonderful colours of calmer times.

Don’t forget to revisit the collection for other great mask ideas…with an eclectic variety ranging from tartans through Japanese prints and batik styles to florals, arty spots & stripes and good old simple black, navy and red. All masks are cotton with a fine cotton lining and adjustable coloured elastics. Several come in two sizes – large or regular. Look out for new designs coming in soon with glamorous lace and cool Christmas prints which will put you in the festive spirit.

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Touch screen gloves – the best adult and kids styles

Touch screen gloves are coming into stock with a fantastic new collection of fun finger-puppet features and cute animal cuffs! Fabulously fluffy and soft, this new range will keep your fingers toasty all the time. Importantly, there’s no need to take them off when making that vital call or surfing your media. Bunnies, cats and bears are simply irresistible – the beady eyed bear and kitty cuff glove will warm not only your fingers, but your heart too, while fluffy bunny with its cheeky ears is guaranteed to make you smile! All come in a choice of beautiful soft lilacs, pinks, blues and greys – with pretty contrasting fingertips and faux angora detail…touch-screen gloves that manage to be both cute and cool.

Adorable ‘Fuzzy finger puppet’ will make you feel fuzzy inside with the friendliest middle finger ever – a striped chap with crazy eyes and ears that will provide endless entertainment! ‘Woodland puppet’ featuring sweet rabbit and bear characters, come in the softest of knits – one of our favourites. The very latest addition to the collection however, will really make you ‘paws’ for thought; neither glove nor mitten, our fingerless ‘bear paw’ is a wonder – a furry hand-warmer in a choice of three animal shades complete with velvety pink or grey pads… fast becoming a best seller and yes, it could also be called a touch-screen glove!

There are plenty of super styles for children with lots of animals, colour, stripes and snowflakes. For 4 – 8 year old kids, ‘bobble rudolph’ is a popular option, a fur cuffed mitten with a cheery reindeer complete with bobble nose to make tiny hands very happy. Scandi deer for age 0-3, is popular with boys and girls in a choice of grey, black and bright pink. Who can resist a pretty pussy cat? Choose the ‘meow’ glove, with embroidered cat face detail or ‘kitty mitten’, a charming mitt in a choice of four colours, with the cutest pussy cat face and ears.

‘Bobble finger’ is a friendly glove for 3 – 8 years olds, with its bobble hatted fourth finger guaranteeing hours of distraction. In pale and bright pink, blue, red and black, there’s a choice for all the younger members of the family! Bright stripes offer an alternative to the various creature comforters. A nice selection, some featuring snowflakes, is available from infant to junior.

For those who like a bit of a vintage feel, touch-screen gloves with a flower detail cuff and delightful floral sprigged gloves make the perfect offering. Those lovely ‘vintagey’ muted hues of lilac, smoky blue/grey and dusty pink are on show again with contrasting fingertips, edging and cuff. Scandi deer is a classic and we have a wonderful pearl embellished mitten with faux fur cuff – choose from seven fabulous colourways.

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Vintage floral – romantic flower accessories

Vintage floral jewellery and accessories have a nostalgic vibe as we move into the Autumn months of the year. Check out our beautiful handmade brooches, rings and earrings. Real flowers are pressed then carefully encased in an epoxy clear resin with tiny beads and sparkles. These romantic accessories draw on ideas dating from an earlier era. Classic Viola, and other traditional delicate sprigs hark back to Victorian and even Elizabethan times whilst remaining utterly timeless.

The same technique is used to produce gorgeous ‘vintage floral’ cat brooches. Walking cat,sitting cat,stretching cat and playful cat are a delightful little collection for you to choose from, again with delicate, pretty blossom encased in clear resin. All are handmade making each brooch absolutely unique.

One of the hottest accessories around right now is ( yes, you’ve guessed it!) the face mask. We have an ever growing selection of washable masks to team with your fashion outfits. One of the latest new introductions is the lovely vintage floral mask featured. This mask like all our range is made from 100% cotton and lined in fine white. The design of Roses, Peonies and Hydrangea on a black background has a classic vintage floral feel. With matching black adjustable elastics it is a classy choice for everyday or special occasion. other new vintage floral designs include the pretty soft yellow ‘soft blossom’. Pink and lilac sprigs of apple blossom against a gentle yellow with lilac elastic makes for the most charming of floral designs. A second blossom option is set on a deep blue ground making a lovely contrast.

More fabulous flowers can be found throughout the mask collection. A strong Japanese theme is evident in ‘Kimono patch’, now available in three beautiful colour choices. There is also ‘gilded kimono print’, a pretty floral option in a range of colour options and also, ‘Indigo Japanese knot’ and ‘discs’, and ‘waves’- popular choices for men and women alike. So if you want floral, or Japanese nature themes then look no further.