In the world of fashion, few styles have endured, evolved & captured the imagination quite like the gothic. Mysterious, dark, and unapologetically rebellious, gothic fashion is more than just an aesthetic - it's a statement, a mood, and a subculture that defies the ordinary and has many tangents of inspiration. As one of my favourite … Continue reading The Evolution of Gothic Fashion -From Victorian Gloom to Modern Elegance
Category: Fashion
Into the 1950’s: Dior’s “New Look” and Beyond
Naturally following on from my last post on the 1940’s, I want to explore the 1950's - a transformative era in fashion. In the backdrop of the austerity of the second world war and amidst the rubble of a war-torn world, Christian Dior unveiled a fashion revolution that would forever change the landscape of style: … Continue reading Into the 1950’s: Dior’s “New Look” and Beyond
Reviving the 1940’s: Timeless Fashion for the Modern Day
In this post I want to focus on my favourite fashion era, the 1940's. I have always been drawn to this era of resilience, creativity, and unyielding style. Characterised by elegant simplicity and practical glamour, the 1940's offers a timeless aesthetic that can be seamlessly woven into contemporary wardrobes. Here’s how I incorporate 1940's fashion … Continue reading Reviving the 1940’s: Timeless Fashion for the Modern Day
Tweed – Unravelling the woven history of the iconic fabric
The perfectly versatile Harris Tweed has been a staple in my wardrobe for many years. Considering my tweed obsession is continually growing, I thought it was time I delved into the history and origin of the iconic fabric and shared my style ideas for incorporating tweed into a (somewhat!) modern look, if, unlike me, you … Continue reading Tweed – Unravelling the woven history of the iconic fabric
My top 3 London locations for thrift shopping
As the first post in a new category of my website, I thought the best way to start would be to give my advice for the best areas in London to target for original vintage clothing… It is fair to say I’ve trekked far and wide across London in search of vintage gems and have … Continue reading My top 3 London locations for thrift shopping
Logan Darkwoods 