Thursday, December 23, 2010

Let it Snow...







The heck with the ozone layer, with a can of Frosty Snow anyone could have a white Christmas. See more great retro cans here.

Thursday, December 9, 2010

Boxed Set...







A few retro Christmas decoration boxes that I've accumulated over the years.

Sunday, November 21, 2010

Neon Noir...

A captivating video( and song) by Radiohead featuring the neon and other the lights found in NYC.

Monday, November 15, 2010

Stereophonic...

See more classic stereo LP banners here.

Thursday, October 28, 2010

Shocking...





Jack Straws met the modern age with this electric version by Jim Prentice Games. I've forgotten where I picked this up at, but I've always loved the packaging for this game.

Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Tuned In...





You can almost hear the static coming through the tinny( and tiny) speakers. Once cutting edge technology, these retro transistor radios have a warmth and appeal you just can't match with a I-Pod or smart phone. A few more can be viewed here.

Tuesday, October 26, 2010

Chairman of Style...








Works by Gerrit Rietveld. I recently discovered this comprehensive website of the varied works of this influential designer and architect. Take a look.

Wednesday, October 13, 2010

Listen Up...





An excellent collection of the innovative and whimsical graphics that were once found on the user manuals of Hi-Fi equipment can be viewed here.