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{twin set} // Spring is here!

{look book} :: Spring Release 2010 hover mouse over image, then click for “full screen” While we mean in the fashion sense of course, it is nice to slowly start being able to leave our cardis at home as the nights get warmer!  We are going to be brief today because we are just so [...]

vintage girls then :: annie philippe

With the face of an angel, Parisian-born Annie Philippe had some great little ditties on the hit parade during the 1960‘s. Even after singing lessons she managed to retain her trademark innocent vocal sound, and her music epitomises the chic french pop sound of the decade with it’s lo-fi production and British-influence. Check out the [...]

{twin set} :: slow magazine

So…excuse the self-congratulation, but Renee and I are in the latest Slow Magazine talking about our beloved {twin set} and our passion for promoting eco-dressing.  Wow, right? Have you seen Slow Magazine before?  It’s one year old with this issue and it’s a mag with a heart and an ethos about slowing down.  You know, [...]

what’s on :: fifties fair

Lovers of all things 1950′s will no doubt already know that it’s time to gather this Sunday August 29th at Rose Seidler House for the annual Fifties Fair. Featuring live music, swing dancing, DJ’s, a display of vintage vehicles, hair styling and kids craft activities, there’s something to keep everyone entertained on this awesome day [...]

be cultured :: nicholas brothers

If you’ve never wanted to tap dance you will after seeing this.  Truly amazing performance from the legendary Nicholas Brothers who pioneered the Hollywood tap routine. It’s no wonder that Fred Astaire once called this performance “the greatest dance number ever filmed.”

eco life :: Retro Print Revival

am I just a bit slow in that I am only discovering this amazing online shop now? excuse me while I settle myself back into my chair after jumping around with excitement. Retro Print Revival, not only has one truly awesome looking product, the website is totally sweet. I love the landing page! now, I [...]

Guest Post :: How To Wear It {The Peggy Olson}

So here we are again! Another gorgeous collection of vintage treasures up for grabs from the {twin set} ladies – and don’t they do a mighty fine job of it? To kick off the How to Wear It guest posts I’ve compiled two different looks for the {The Peggy Olson} tangerine blouse. Something for Work [...]

because we love :: Fashion Journal

Oh how we dream to have our own “real world” store. Sighhhhhhhhh. Anyway, how lovely is this article on the latest issue of Fashion Journal, vintage secrets. Big vintage love all round. Although they all seem to be Melbourne shops. hmmmmmmm. Maybe this is a sign! Do you have any favourite “real world” vintage shops [...]

because we love :: most amazing chair one has ever seen

…surely there is no better chair that exists in this world? Norwegian 1950′s Chair from Vampt Vintage Design

{twin set} :: coming soon

we are so thrilled to almost reveal to you our next range of gorgeous vintage goodies. we are just doing the final details, but it wont be long before you can check out the new look book in its full glory. get excited lovelies! make sure you follow us on facebook and twitter (and of [...]