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Top Gear
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Top Gear
This is an old-school café racer with new-school power and a $4.8k price tag
Bikes Beachman's '64' is a vintage motorbike that champions simplicity Skip 12 photos in the image carousel and continue reading understands there are those of you out there who enjoy merrily freewheeling around on machines that feature only two wheels. Where are the other two! What have you done with them! Anyway, for those that enjoy such things, may we present a rather merry new machine with only two wheels! It's called the '64, and it's made by a company called Beachman. Yes, the '64 represents the decade this machine draws its aesthetic inspiration from; those 'iconic' Sixties café racers that even non-fans of machines that feature only two wheels can get behind. Advertisement - Page continues below Just looks so damn cool. Quietly cool, too, because it's a vintage racer filled with a very new school power source – electricity. Inside that body sits a 2.88kWh lithium battery capable of up to 55 miles of range, or the option of a 3.6kWh unit unlocking up to 70 miles of range. Both versions gets regenerative braking and the ability to hose in 80 per cent of battery power in three hours. Three hours spent staring at the thing. Did we say it looks so damn cool? You might like Admittedly it's not massively fast, but then it's not that sort of bike. 'E-Bike' mode allows a top speed of 20mph, 'Moped' unlocks a 30mph vmax, while 'Off-Road' allows a heady 45mph 'off the beaten path'. Yes, it's technically a moped, so suffice to say you will not be chasing down speed records in one of these things. Beachman instead urges you to 'slow down, reconnect and savour every mile'. Speed isn't the only burden it's been shorn of – Beachman has removed 'unnecessary tech', opting instead for 'elegant simplicity'. So no, there's probably not an app. Advertisement - Page continues below There is a 'performance tuned frame' and 'strategic weight distribution', and Beachman reckons the '64 offers 'impressive handling and on-road presence'. 'The '64 is engineered to deliver an exhilarating experience without overwhelming complexity,' it said. You know that thing about having more fun in a slow car than a fast one? Probably a bit of that in here. 'We've taken everything we love about vintage design, added real comfort and performance, and delivered a product that changes what people should expect from an electric bike,' said Beachman boss Ben Taylor. 'We're not just adding to the e-bike category, we believe that we are elevating it.' Prices start from just $4,800, and Beachman can upgrade the performance and terrain capabilities to whatever you desire. If indeed, you desire merrily freewheeling around on machines that feature only two wheels. Thank you for subscribing to our newsletter. Look out for your regular round-up of news, reviews and offers in your inbox. Get all the latest news, reviews and exclusives, direct to your inbox.
The Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
I'm a savvy bride and transformed £25 charity shop find into my dream wedding dress, it saved me £775
FINDING some decent bargains in your local charity shop is about luck as much as it is about having a good eye. But one savvy bride has shown how she hit the jackpot when she stumbled across a classic vintage gown - and turned it into her dream wedding dress. 4 Hannah Penberthy, 23, regularly snaps up incredible bargains from charity shops and thrift stores. Once she brings them home, she often turns them into upcycle projects and makes some alterations to make them good as new. But this time, when creative Hannah spotted a traditional, vintage wedding dress for just £25, she knew it was going to be more than just a project. The moment she saw the gown, she knew it was coming home with her and saw the potential it had to become something chic and preppy. After making some adjustments, the end result was so incredible that Hannah now plans to wear it at her own wedding reception - saving her a massive £775 on a new dress. Speaking to Hannah said her plan quickly came together after she brought the dress home. The bodice had the most beautiful detailing... I plan to wear it as my 'goodbye' dress while I leave my wedding reception venue in a vintage car Hannah Penberthy She said: "I found this traditional wedding dress at a charity store, and what drew me to it was its vintage style. "The bodice had the most beautiful detailing, and, having recently gotten engaged, I plan to wear it as my 'goodbye' dress while I leave my wedding reception venue in a vintage car. 'My idea was to cut off the sleeves and half of the skirt to turn it into a shorter cocktail dress, with puffy sleeves. "After creating a bubble skirt, I used the excess fabric from the skirt to sew together the sleeves and attach them to the shoulder part of the bodice. "I cut out the excess mesh and changed the neckline into more of a sweetheart neckline. This consisted of cutting and sewing a hem. "I tried to keep the identity of this dress and conserve its natural beauty, while updating it to be more my style.' The creative bride-to-be revealed that she saved an incredible £775 in the process of upcycling the dress. Hannah added: 'I had been looking at dresses similar to the one I made, and most were priced between £400 and £800, to buy brand new. "By creating my own dress, I saved a substantial amount, spending only around £25 at a charity shop for the original piece.' And she said that this huge saving, mixed with being able to show off her creativity, is what inspired her to repurpose the dress. Hannah said: 'I decided to repurpose this dress for many reasons: to save money, to be eco-conscious, and to explore my creative side. "Shopping from a charity shop saves money and lends itself to finding such unique pieces. "But it also is a way of supporting more sustainable fashion practices and reducing textile waste. "Thrift flipping gives new life to clothing that might otherwise end up in a landfill, and it promotes a more thoughtful, community-oriented approach to style. TOP ADVICE HANNAH has shared her top piece of advice for anyone planning to repurpose their wedding dress - or other clothes in general! She said: "My biggest piece of advice is: just go for it! "We often spend too much time overthinking, but taking that first step is the hardest part — and it's so worth it. "Sewing might seem intimidating at first, but it's incredibly rewarding and more approachable than it seems. "Once you get the hang of it, it opens up a world of creative possibilities. "Repurposing a dress, especially for something as meaningful as your wedding, adds so much personal value. "There's something really special about wearing something you poured your heart into, knowing it's one-of-a-kind and full of love. "And who knows, maybe one day you'll pass it down and make it part of someone else's story too.' "I also love that it allows me to be creative and work on my sewing skills. I can create anything I can imagine. How freeing is that?!' This project only fuelled Hannah's passion to take on upcycling projects more regularly, which she has loved doing over the past year. She said: 'Over the past year, I've gotten into the habit of regularly buying and flipping second-hand clothing. "It's become a true passion of mine. "I love fashion, working with my hands, and bringing creative ideas to life. "There's something incredibly rewarding about the entire process, especially when I wear a piece out and someone asks, 'Where did you get that?' and I get to say, 'I actually made it!' "I definitely plan to keep doing this and would love to one day turn it into something more than just a hobby.'
New York Times
2 days ago
- Lifestyle
- New York Times
Skittles the Chameleon and Lincoln: These Rooms Are Made Just for Them
Remember those vintage Tupperware containers or stuffed animals you have in storage? They could be the right ingredients to invigorate a bland space in your home. A thematic collection of objects, when repurposed as decorative elements, can add personality and pop. They also won't cost a dime. 'A collection is a great way to make a home feel personal,' said Rodman Primack, who co-founded the design gallery AGO Projects with Rudy Weissenberg. They have designed clients' homes around collections of American quilts, Iranian kilim rugs, antique wicker furniture and 1930s Russian roller-printed textiles. But childhood sports trophies or kitschy cookie jars could just as easily be the foundation of a room. 'Not everything needs to be expensive,' said Mr. Weissenberg, who wrote the book 'Love How You Live: Adventures in Interior Design,' published in 2024, with Mr. Primack. 'Most things in repetition look amazing.' In arranging your kids' artwork, or your antique toy trains or signed jerseys, take inspiration from these six homes that were professionally designed around offbeat or elaborate collections. Not Your Typical Home Office Want all of The Times? Subscribe.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
New business with major brands to open in Stroud town centre
A POP-UP store at the Five Valleys Shopping Centre will move to a permanent home next week. Vintage Vibes will be opening the doors to a full-time store in the next few weeks and the team behind the fashion concept say they can't wait to unveil their new venture. The fashion focussed vintage and preloved clothing brand is run by husband-and-wife team Helen and Matt Kloiber. They have built up a loyal following with their unique mix of repurposed fashion pieces, end-of-line styles, and high-quality preloved staples. Everything from t-shirts and shorts, to sweatshirts to baseball caps, bikinis and sunglasses are given the Vintage Vibes treatment creating re-purposed and unique styles for their fashion-conscious shoppers who are looking for something unique. (Image: Matt Bigwood) After a series of pop-ups in the Five Valleys quirky camper van pop-up they are now ready to take the leap and open their first full store in the centre's newly extended retail space next to Santander in the upper mall area. Vintage Vibes will stock a curated range of highly sought-after brands, including Nike, Stussy, Ed Hardy and Carhartt - all with the couple's signature touch of sustainable cool. Co-founder Helen Kloiber said: 'We're so excited to bring Vintage Vibes to a permanent space in Five Valleys, what started out as us trying something a little different, has really taken off and we're so excited to be taking this next step for the business. (Image: Matt Bigwood) 'The new store will be a space that reflects our love of great style, creativity, and pre-loved shopping — we really can't wait to open the doors!' Centre Manager, Erica Malpass, said: 'We are really thrilled to welcome Helen and Matt to our growing community of thriving independent businesses here at Five Valleys. "Vintage Vibes has already proved to be a great hit with our shoppers and adds something truly fresh and exciting to our retail mix. "We can't wait to see the new store come to life.' The Vintage Vibes store will officially open on Friday, August 1 with a special DJ event to mark the launch.
Vogue
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Vogue
This Is the Summer of Celebrity It-Bag Revivals
In fashion, what goes around comes around—meaning, if something goes out of style, it is bound to come back in style at some point. In other words: Hang onto those investment pieces, folks! Sure, in a time where there are so many conversations around spring cleaning and decluttering (paging Marie Kondo!), one can easily be ruthless about parting ways with our relics of the past. But if today's trendsetters like Rihanna and Bella Hadid have taught us anything, it's that a little bit of strategic hoarding can come in handy. Because the only thing better than designer, is rare, vintage designer. Case in point: This summer, luxury bags from the 2000s (and even further back) are being revived and given a brand new life. A-listers like Tyla, Daisy Edgar-Jones, Jennifer Lawrence, and Dakota Johnson have all been spotted stepping out and carrying handbags that were once hot. Just this week, Tyla carried a Lous Vuitton x Stephen Sprouse Speedy bag. Y2K, much? The bright, bold graffiti-style bag was all of the rage in the 2000s, yet Tyla made the case for it in 2025 by pairing it with a nonchalant tank and cargo pants. The South African singer is not the only star on the board with reviving a past It-bag. Be it Dakota Johnson and her beloved Gucci Jackie bag (which harks back to the 1960s), to Bella Hadid and her trustee Balenciaga City bag (another 2000s favorite), it's clear that the summer bag approach is the older it is, the better it is. So, start scouring eBay—and try predicting what will be the next past handbag to have a comeback. (Given Céline just revived the 2010s-favorite Phantom bag on the runway, you better start hoarding those secondhand ones—while they are still cheap.) Below, five past It-bags that are having a revival. Louis Vuitton x Stephen Sprouse When Marc Jacobs was at the creative helm of Louis Vuitton, one of his most famous releases was his collaboration handbags with American artist and designer, the late Stephen Sprouse. First released in the spring 2001 collection, Spouse applied neon graffiti-style lettering overtop Vuitton's signature leather monogram print. The splashy bags were heavily coveted and signalled a new era for daring to innovate beyond storied luxury house codes, and were worn by stars like Paris Hilton. Today, Tyla and Rihanna have proven they are still fans of the Y2K style. Photo: Backgrid Photo: Backgrid Chloé Paddington Chloé will forever be known for its romantic, boho-chic aesthetic, and one of its signature bags to date is the Paddington—a slouchy leather shoulder bag, punctuated with a big heavy padlock. The style was first debuted in 2005 while Phoebe Philo was creative director. Given the boho revival is all of the rage in fashion currently, it was only a matter of time before the Paddington had a comeback, too: Stars like Rachel Sennott and Daisy Edgar-Jones have worn the new interpretations, brought back to life thanks to current Chloé designer Chemena Kamali. Fendi Spy Bag I spy, you spy—we all spy the Fendi Spy bag! Originally debuted in 2005, the Italian label released a mini top-handle boho bag that was worn by loads of celebrities at the time—everyone from Sarah Jessica Parker to the Olsen twins. Today, it feels just as fresh, now designed in contemporary shades like butter yellow and rich chocolate brown. Stars like PinkPantheress (a noted handbag lover, toting it on stages from Coachella to Glastonbury) and Aubrey Plaza are diehard fans. Photo: Backgrid Balenciaga City Bag Did the Balenciaga City bag ever go out of style? Debatable, but the enduring fashion favorite—first released in 2001, thanks to Nicolas Ghesquière—is certainly the hottest bag in fashion at the moment. Everyone from Dua Lipa to Tate McRae has worn the edgy, slouchy bag with big silver hardware. It will forever be the perfect on-the-go bag that instantly makes an outfit. Photo: Backgrid Gucci Jackie bag A more retro offering, the Gucci Jackie bag was debuted back in 1961, and was popularized by Jackie Kennedy Onassis (hence the name). More than six decades later, the curved silhouette and golden lock clasp feels fresher than ever—though, the modern styling approaches that stars like Dakota Johnson and Yara Shahidi have taken certainly help make the case for it as a 2025 It bag.
