1960s Rave Magazine issues on eBay

They're becoming ever-more collectable, so investing in some of the issues of Rave Magazine on eBay might be a shrewd investment.

One particular seller (cactuskay123) seems to have a number of issues of the 60s teen culture magazine, as well as a number of issues of Beat Monthly and allsorts of memorabilia of the day.

Prices aren't cheap though, although you can pick up the March 1967 issue above (which features a Steve Marriott/Crissie Shrimpton photo article) for £18 on a Buy It Now. Check out all the magazines for sale via the link below.

Rave Magazine at eBay

Fred Perry summer sale starts

Just in case you fancy splashing some cash online, the Fred Perry summer sale has now got underway at the Fred Perry website.

According to the blurb, it's up to 50 per cent off and after a quick look, that actually is the case. The classic Fred Perry polo shirt above is usually £60, but right now it's available for £30, which sounds like a deal to us.

If you want to view everything that's been discounted, just follow the link below.

Fred Perry online store

Wind of Change (1961) heads to DVD

I'm still amazed about the number of films I've never heard of getting a first-time release, especially when they sound as interesting as Wind of Change.

A 1961 film, but actually set amongst the late 50s race riots in Notting Hill, Wind of Change is described as 'a gripping kitchen-sink drama' focusing on the relationship between a father (Donald Pleasence) and his rebellious, unemployed son Frank (Johnny Briggs). Frank is a 'bigoted racist' who believes the black immigrants are taking all the British jobs, though he doesn’t seem too concerned in trying to get one himself. When Frank and his teen gang beat up a black man who later dies of his injuries, he must face the consequence of his actions.

Very much in the 'Absolute Beginners' era, Wind of Change is available from 24th August 2009, but you can order now on Amazon for a bargain £8.78. There's a bonus flick on there too called The Traitors (1962), but that's described as an 'espionage film', so we're not expecting much from it.

Find out more at the Amazon website

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Pete McKee mod-inspired artwork

If you're after something cool, stylish and with more than a hint of mod inspiration for your walls, check out Pete McKee's mod-inspired artwork, which is available to buy on his site.

Sheffield lad McKee has recently done the tour artwork for Oasis and even if you're not a fan of the band, there's every chance you'll appreciate the rather hip graphics above.

The Oasis is available to buy as a special edition at £190 unframed or £240 framed, but if you want something a little more affordable, other unlimited prints are available for around the £20 mark. Check out the website to view them all.

Find out more at the Pete McKee website

Marks & Spencer Colour Block dress

Marks and Spencers are never going to be the first port of call for youthful fashion, but it's a great stop for the young looks of eras gone by. This Colour Block Sleeveless Dress is another example of how their backwards looking designs can look fresh and fun today.

With an obvious mod aesthetic, this simple A-line shape with a mid-thigh hem provides an easy to wear option. The thick straps and high neckline add that girlish mid sixties feel, while sleek straight lines in the block monochrome print add a mainstream mod edge.

Get yours from Marks and Spencer now for £45.

Find out more from the website

Via Retro To Go

Jump The Gun 60s-style raincoat

Not sure what it's like where you are, but it's pretty much been throwing it down here for almost a week now - which makes it the ideal time to pick up something like the Jump The Gun 60s-style raincoat.

It is what it says it is - styled with an early 1960s look (think Harry Palmer), with no fussy belts or detailing, aside from the usual pockets, but with ample size to keep you (and your suit) covered from the elements.

Three colours available, the blue above or a grey or black, along with plenty of sizes. It retails for £125. Alternatively, keep an eye on vintage and charity shops, these kind of raincoats do occasionally come up, often in really good condition too.

Find out more at the Jump The Gun website

The Specials live CD giveaway

Yesterday we mentioned the free Specials track to download, now we hear that a full album is being given away - in this weekend's Sunday Times (12th July 2009).

According to the newspaper's website, a 12-track live CD will be given away, all the tracks recorded live at the Brixton Academy during the recent gigs there. if that's not enough, there's also an 'exclusive' interview in the newspaper's magazine too.

Which means it might be worth getting up a little bit earlier this Sunday and beating a path to the newsagents - it's certain to be in short supply.

The Specials website

Adidas Vespa polo shirt

Adidas and Vespa are still persevering with their clothing range, so following on from the trainers and the track top, we now have the Adidas Vespa polo shirt.

It's an unusual polo shirt you'll either love or hate, with formal detailing like the button-down collar mixing it with a casual hem, as well as offering a five-button collar, Vespa logo and three stripe detailing on the sleeves.

Available now, you can pick one up for £40.

Find out more at the End Clothing website

Adidas Adicolor airline bag

Ok, it's not exactly re-inventing the wheel, but if you want an everyday or weekend bag with some retro style, you might want to check out the Adidas Adicolor vintage airline bag.

It's a slight reworking of the classic flight bag, with a large compartment for your weekend essentials, an additional zipped pocket, adjustable strap and all that classic Adidas detailing.

Three original colours to choose from, all selling for £39.

Find out more at the End Clothing website

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Peter Sellers' 60s Mini up for auction

One of the most famous Minis ever made will go up for auction this month - and for the right price, you can own Peter Sellers' Mini, made famous in the original Pink Panther movie.

It's not just any old movie Mini either, this one was made for Sellers himself, commissioned from the exclusive coachbuilders, Radfords, offering very un-Mini-like features including leather seats, Wilton carpets, a walnut dash, a host of extra instruments, chrome window surrounds and its famous 'wicker work' paint job - hand-painted lines to give the effect of basketwork. Apparently it cost roughly the same as a Rolls Royce back in the early 60s!