Tag: art
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Coloured tights – they’re back! Making strides and stepping out.
Coloured tights are back and they’re back big time! This great accessory was innovated by Mary Quant in the 1960’s and 70’s when she experimented with unusual materials and playful, ‘subversive’ garments. Mary Quant’s sharp designs, her hot-pants, mini skirts and dresses, displayed a new sense of energy, fun and freedom. Since the V&A’s major… Read more
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Easter bunnies, blooms and bright colours bring Spring cheer.
Easter is fast approaching and with it all the positive associations of Spring. The Easter bunny, long a folkloric symbol of the holiday, traditionally brought eggs, nowadays mostly chocolate ones. For a calorie free and more functional alternative gift idea, we have bunnies galore in various forms. Socks are probably the most popular product at… Read more
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Heart felt – Feeling the love for Valentine’s day
Heart jewellery and accessories are popular all year round but assume a special significance as we approach Saint Valentine’s Day on the 14th of February. This day, which was established in honour of St Valentine of Rome in AD 496, has been associated with romantic love and affection since the 14th century. It remains a… Read more
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Museum Shop Sunday – Joe Cool special
Museums represent the memory and, increasingly in our postmodern world, the conscience of a nation. They allow us to hold a dialogue with our past, exploring where we came from and help us to decide who we want to be. With all of world history and culture at our fingertips online, the role of museums as a tangible… Read more
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Fans and Japanese inspired jewellery and accessories
Fans are an interesting and attractive accessory. They also is make a terrific gift item and look wonderful on display singly or in a group. This year we have added to our ‘mini collection’ and introduced several new fan designs. Japan is a great inspiration and we have translated our very popular ‘kimono patch’ mask… Read more
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Glass rings – a glorious range of colours and styles
Glass rings at Joe Cool come in a glorious range of colours and styles. Over the past few years, we have built a large and exciting collection of this beautiful, timeless accessory. Each individual piece is skilfully handmade by turning and stretching glass over an intense heat, sometimes with the addition of pigment, metal powder… Read more
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Science inspired jewellery for our changing times
Science inspired jewellery mirrors the current heightened interest in science and research. We are living through unusual times and the quest to find answers to the biggest health challenge of many lifetimes has sparked a new awareness of our scientists and their endeavours. Sophisticated graphics and simulations of microbes and cells are put in front… Read more
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New masks – a beautiful batik print mask with matching pouch.
New masks in beautiful ‘batik’ prints are now in stock. These latest designs come in six sumptuous jewel colourways and each mask comes with its own matching pouch. These stylish cotton masks also have colour coordinated elastics which are adjustable for comfort. Rich purples, pinks, reds and oranges are balanced with cool blues and emerald… Read more
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Scarf sensation! Brilliant and bright scarves for 2020.
Scarf new arrivals herald in the new year with bursts of bright colour and a wealth of wonderful designs. For a fabulous blast of vibrant pattern and hue, we have stunning arty designs which take their cue from Bauhaus textiles, ’60’s pop art and modern metro chic. ‘Bold circles’ featured here in the red and… Read more
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Bright New Socks – step into a New Year and a New Decade
Bright new socks are now in stock so get ready for a bright New Year as we enter the next decade. Now is a good time to get a taste of some of the colourful fresh new sock designs for 2020. Choose from over 50 fantastic vibrant new designs and your customers can first foot… Read more