Some poems sit with you for years before they are ready to be written. The Stranger I Know began as a rough draft when I was twenty, inspired by a brief friendship with someone (approximately the same age as myself) who captivated me with anecdotes and pictures from the Brighton Teddy Boy nostalgia scene of … Continue reading The Stranger I Know
Tag: vintagefashion
The Evolution of Gothic Fashion -From Victorian Gloom to Modern Elegance
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
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
