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Shoe evolution

March 7, 2012 thebigshwop

Love the idea of these - two in one shoe, a ballet flat and a stiletto. Wear them out for the night and just pack away the heels when you've had enough. Or, wear the flats to work and slip on the heels for some clubbing. Clever. They have some eco-credentials, using some recycled and… Continue reading Shoe evolution

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ramblings, thumbs up

The iphone rangefinder

March 1, 2012March 7, 2012 thebigshwop

Ain't it interesting how the more tech we get with our gadgets the more we hanker for the retro charm of the clunk, whir and wind? And following on from apps like 8mm and pixlr. where the vintage sits inside your iphone, now there are gadgets to strap on to your sleek wee iphone beast… Continue reading The iphone rangefinder

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events, thumbs up, Wellington

The Retro Recycled Restored Market

February 22, 2012February 21, 2012 thebigshwop

Exciting! Looks fantastic - all details on their facebook page.

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thumbs up, Videos

Boy

February 22, 2012February 21, 2012 thebigshwop

Oh boy. Taika Waititi is great.

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Hair, thumbs up, Videos

The Take Home Series

February 20, 2012 thebigshwop

Good, honest and useful videos for super simple hair. From the dude at Pacing the Panic Room DId you see his wife's maternity series? She knows how to do it well.

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Our planet, philosophy, thumbs up, Videos

A Love Story

February 17, 2012February 17, 2012 thebigshwop

Yet another compelling reason to recycle your plastics. You don't want unrequited love in your hands along with everything else now do you? šŸ™‚

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Jewellery and accessories, Our planet, thumbs up, Uncategorized, Upcycle and recycle

Geek Chic

February 17, 2012February 17, 2012 thebigshwop

Oh. Yes indeed. I like. The luxest upcycling of e-waste I have seen yet. Thanks Paola Mirai. The cufflinks in his range would have to be the near perfect gift for the IT guys in our lives. Work your hands to the bone dude, and convert all Ā this stuffĀ into smackloads of jewels. Far more pleasing.

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Feet firmly on Planet Earth

February 17, 2012February 16, 2012 thebigshwop

Starfish Clothing stock some mean labels. Obviously their own fine work, as well as Ā other great green stuff - such as the brilliant kowtow clothing and Terra Plana shoes. I saw on their facebook page though, that this is Terra Plana's last season. Tear. So should you be needing some new shoes for winter, nah… Continue reading Feet firmly on Planet Earth

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VVVintage

February 16, 2012 thebigshwop

Awesome. VVVintage take vintage clothes, and through upcycling them with designers transform them into some new glory. They are working with Oxfam, using some of their stash, and returning 10% profit back to them too, and international shipping is free should you want to partake in some of their splendid treats. This kind of re-imagining… Continue reading VVVintage

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fashion, thumbs up, Wellington

Oh happy day!

February 12, 2012 thebigshwop

Most Wanted Vintage, the cracker jack store for all vintage treasures found in Aro Valley, Wellington has just launched an online shop. Go have a gander, Ā especially if you are homebound or provincial - you'll thank me for the mainline to the good stuff.

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