Photographer Derek Ridgers spent more than ten years documenting the music and people he loved.
On the day the lights are dimmed we celebrate London's famous landmark
The Moroccan-born, British-based photographer’s solo show at Nottingham’s New Art Exchange mixes Western and Arabic influences ranging from traditional Moroccan djellabas to Louis Vuitton slippers
Five years after his untimely death, fashion designer Alexander McQueen has never been bigger. Two major London shows, including one of revealing studio photographs, examine his legacy
This little diner was over the road from our hotel in Waikiki and was great for just grabbing a bite to eat. Always had old James Dean films on and other such era stuff.
Christopher Shannon Menswear Collection Spring Summer 2015
History of Fashion 1970's - 1980's
In the 1980s, The Wag Club was the destination for cutting-edge kids and superstars alike, but changes to London are killing its nightlife, says the club’s founder
Derek Ridgers’ images of gender-bending club kids give a rich insight into the hedonism of the British underground
Many pictures of Siouxsie Sioux and her band were taken by photographer Ray Stevenson, the brother of Nils Stevenson, who managed the band
A wonderful vivid and striking cotton velvet blend abstract pencil skirt- a rare late 80s confection! 10/10 vintage condition: no holes, tears, stains or odors. [KATHARINE] HAMNETT ACTIVE LONDON made in Italy by Stile Moda SpA sized IT 42 >>Photographed on our vintage US size 6/8 mannequin who measures 32- 23 - 34” (bust waist hips) - pinned -so it fits a larger sized body- please refer to the measurements below 73% cotton/27 % Modal in lilac, burgundy, plum and black paint-drip style pattern fully lined in purple satin acetate hidden side zipper with robust hook and eye at top dry clean INCHES+FLAT- double flat widths where appropriate for circumference waist 13 hips 18 hem 21 length 23.5 zipper length 7 weight 270g (9.5 oz) !!! please compare measurements below to a similar cut item in your closet for fit !!! +++ All items shipped international airmail, insured and tracked +++ Please inquire for shipping to any destination in the world! ALL sales are FINAL
Bob Mazzer, now 65, and originally from Whitechapel, east London, chronicled life while he commuted to town, where he worked as a film projectionist.
Honeymoon in New York City. Sept / Oct 2010.
About 'Kate Bush Drama' SIGNED, LIMITED EDITION 1978 by Gered Mankowitz Silver gelatin print - signed and numbered and stamped on the face of the print in the border below the image. Iconic and luscious close up shot of the legendary British pop singer, song writer and performer Kate Bush. Taken in London in 1978 at the height of her fame and success, by legendary Rock & Music photographer, Gered Mankowitz. GERED MANKOWITZ BIOGRAPHY: Gered Mankowitz was born in London, England, on 3rd August 1946. The first of four sons of the late author, playwright and film writer Wolf Mankowitz and his wife, the Jungian psychotherapist Ann Mankowitz. After an education of sorts at several London co-educational “progressive” schools, he left at 15, avoiding all exams and completed his education devoid of any formal qualifications. Having displayed a natural ‘eye’ for photography whilst on a school trip to Holland and having been inspired to take up photography by the actor Peter Sellers, his photographs were seen by the legendary photographer Tom Blau, who offered Gered an apprenticeship at his famous photo agency, Camera Press Ltd., in London. Over a period of several months Gered worked in all the various departments that made up Camera Press, finally moving to the studio and going on various assignments in and around London. In 1962, Gered went to Barbados with his family and began taking photographs professionally, producing a range of work from architectural studies for the island’s top architect to the first Boeing 707 landing at Bridgetown airport for British West Indian Airways. On returning to London, Gered was offered a chance to go to Paris for the collections, working for the fashion photographer Alec Murray. In spite of the glamour and exciting atmosphere, it was clear that this particular area of work was not for him, and on returning to London he went to work for the ‘show-biz’ portraitist, Jeff Vickers. Gered had already photographed the Bristol Old Vic production of the American musical play “Fiorello” and his photos had been used for the front of theatre display when the show transferred to London’s Piccadilly Theatre. This made him the youngest photographer to have his pictures used in this way; so working for Jeff Vickers gave him an opportunity to develop his ‘show-biz’ contacts and to broaden his experience in the studio, taking portraits of many actors and other personalities. During 1963, Gered met and photographed the singing duo Chad and Jeremy, who had just signed with Ember records. One of these photos was used as the cover of the duo’s first album, “Yesterday’s Gone”, and Gered found himself working in the music industry at a time when it desperately needed new, mould breaking images. He began to work with a new generation of producers like John Barry, Shel Talmy and Chris Blackwell photographing artists who were of his own age group and who felt at ease with him in a way that had not been possible with other photographers. At the end of 1963 Gered opened his first studio, at 9 Masons Yard in the heart of London’s West End. On one side was the infamous disco “The Scotch of St.James”, hangout of the pop glitterati of the time, and on the other the art gallery “Indica”, partly financed by The Beatles and where John Lennon met Yoko Ono. Within a few months Gered had already begun to make a name for himself, and he was approached to photograph Marianne Faithful, who had just had a big hit with “As Tears Go By”. Working closely with Marianne he got to know her manager and producer Andrew Loog Oldham. In early 1965, Oldham asked him to photograph the Rolling Stones, who he also managed and produced. This was a major turning point in Gered’s career, because from this first session came the cover for “Out of Our Heads” (U.S. title “December’s Children”), and as a result he was asked by the Stones to go to America with them on their record breaking 1965 autumn tour. During this 9 week (48 city) tour of the U.S. Gered photographed the Stones on stage and off, and got particularly close to Keith and Charlie. There were many adventures as Gered found himself on the road with the greatest Rock band in the world at the peak of their original success. Gered continued working with the Stones as their ‘official’ photographer, producing photos for albums (“Between the Buttons”; “Got Live If You Want It”; “Big Hits”; and several others), press and publicity, taken at home, in the recording studio, on stage and behind the scenes until 1967, when the band broke off with their manager, Oldham. Through the 60’s, Gered continued in the music world working with Oldham at his famous Immediate label, and with many other major artists including Jimi Hendrix, Free, Traffic, The Yardbirds, The Small Faces and Soft Machine. In to the 70’s with Slade, Gary Glitter, Suzi Quatro, Sweet, Elton John, Kate Bush, Eurythmics, ABC, Duran Duran and many others. During this period, Gered also worked in other areas of photography, including advertising, book covers and a brief spell taking ‘stills’ on movies, including several months in Sardinia with Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton on the ill-fated movie “Boom”. In 1982 Gered had a major exhibition of his work at London’s famous Photographers’ Gallery. This was seen by over 16,000 people, a record for the gallery at the time, and it then toured the U.K. for over 2 years. This exhibition was the first in the U.K. to focus on the world of music and was a pathfinder in this genre. In 1984 a book based on this exhibition, called “Hit Parade”, was published in the U.K. and U.S.A. Also in 1984 a book of Gered’s Rolling Stones photographs, called “Satisfaction”, was published. Both books were very well received, and as a result there began the growing interest in the Gered Mankowitz archive. For over 22 years Gered was based at his North London studio, a converted Victorian chapel, taking prize-winning photos for the advertising industry. He has also been a regular contributor to several major publications, and still works in the music business, photographing bands and singers for album covers and magazines. He contributes regularly to The Sunday Times Magazine and Mojo magazine as well as shooting sessions with musical artists such as Oasis, Verve, Catatonia, Kula Shaker, Embrace, The Buena Vista Social Club, Snow patrol, The Bravery, Dukes Spirit as well as many others. Prints of Gered’s work are purchased in galleries throughout the World including London, Manchester, Glasgow, Berlin, Amsterdam, New York, Washington DC, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Hawaii, Hong Kong, Dubai and Tokyo. In 1991 Gered teamed up with the designer David Costa to form Ink Icon Ltd. and to produce a series of limited edition silkscreen prints based on his archive. The first subject in this major project was Jimi Hendrix, and the result was so successful that it was chosen to become the flagship image for the world wide Jimi Hendrix Exhibition. It was also used as the cover for the Polygram Int. C.D. package, entitled The Ultimate Experience, which has gone on to sell well over 2 million copies. In 1993 they created three new images of Hendrix for the worldwide re-release of the great musicians’ albums. Their next project was to produce a set of 4 silk screen images for The Rolling Stones’ Voodoo Lounge tour, and in 1999 they produced Red Cage, a new Stones silk screen to celebrate the band’s continuing Bridges to Babylon tour. Ink Icon teamed up with top California based fine art publisher FrontLine Graphics Inc to produce a set of 6 limited edition, fine art litho prints that they launched in New York at ArtExpo in March 2000. In September and November 1992 Gered had a great success with his exhibition called ENTERTAINERS at the Cromwell and Ward Gallery in Dean Street, London, and in May and June 1993 the exhibition was at the City Museum in Portsmouth as part of the City’s Arts and Music Festival. In April 1994 the exhibition was enlarged to over 100 images for a four-week stay at the prestigious Gallerie Rose in Hamburg, Germany’s Rock’n’Roll city, and then on to Birmingham and Perpignan. In March 1995 Genesis Books published a limited edition (1750 copies only) book of Gered’s Rolling Stones photographs entitled Masons Yard To Primrose Hill and in July 1995 there was an exhibition based on the book at The Govinda Gallery in Washington DC. This book sold out within a few months and recently copies were changing hands for 850 GBP, over 7 times its original price! In early 1999 Genesis published a further book called I-Contact, which contains Gered’s entire black & white Rolling Stones archive of over 3000 images reproduced as 12 x 16 contact sheets. I-Contact also sold out very quickly and currently you would be lucky to find a used copy for less than 1000 GBP! In November 1998 there was a second one-man exhibit at Govinda in Washington DC, and in December/January 1999 there was a show at Magidson Fine Arts in Madison Avenue, New York City. During this prestigious show the gallery was visited by Tommy Hilfiger who purchased prints of the entire show, becoming in one purchase, Gered’s single biggest collector in the United States. Subsequently Tommy has used many of Gered’s prints to decorate his flagship stores, as well as his personal offices in New York. Gered’s famous photo of Hendrix also graced the cover of the Hilfiger sponsored Vanity Fair Rock Icons supplement in their December 1999 issue. Gered had several images in the Icons of Pop exhibition originally at The National Portrait Gallery in London. In March 1999 Gered went to Tokyo to open his first show in Japan, which then toured to three other Japanese cities. From February 2000 several of Gered’s works are on permanent exhibit in San Francisco at the San Francisco Art Exchange, where they have become some of the galleries most consistent sellers. At the end of 2000 Gered had his first major show in The Netherlands at the highly respected Torch Gall
Here's a vintage late 80s dress that has a simple, flattering design with pretty colors and a romantic print on a black background. Great for spring and summer but wearable all year long, this frock has a green leaf print with a very organic beige and red rose pattern. It's long sleeves and high neckline make this perfect workwear piece for a more formal environment. Made in Korea, this dress is tagged a size 18 and the fabric is 100% silk. In great condition, there are no rips or stains. One the seams in the front may need to be reinforced as its separating a little bit. The colors are vibrant throughout the fabric and the buttons down the back are in perfect condition. A few snaps and a hook and eye closure keep this dress secured in place. Please refer to the listed measurements for specific sizing. Measurements (taken lying flat): Arms: 19" or 48.3cm Bust: 40" or 101.6cm Waist: 34" or 86.4cm Hips: 46" or 116.8cm Length: 45" or 114.3cm Freshly laundered according to care instructions with free and clear detergent, this dress is ready to wear. As stated in my policies, I refund shipping overages greater than $1.
Vintage wedding gown circa late 70s/ 80s Victorian Revival style Illusion lace fitted bodice Slim long sleeves with big beautiful puffs Full a line skirt Feel like a princess in this amazing gown Fits like small Please refer to measurements. Those were taken with the item laying flat and doubled where needed. Compare with those of an item that fits you well Shoulders: 15in/ 38cm Bust, armpit to armpit: 33in/ 84cm Waist, at thinnest: 24in/ 62cm Shoulder to waist: 15.5in/ 39cm Sleeve, inside seam: 16.5in/ 42cm Sleeve, opening: 7in/ 18cm Hips, 7 in from waist: free Length: 59.5in/ 151cm Length, back: 14.5in/ 37cm longer train in the back. Condition: Excellent vintage with minimal wear. Original store label was attached. Dress had been cleaned and is ready to wear. INTERNATIONAL BUYERS, Please note, some countries charge customs fees for items coming into your country. Please check your country tax threshold. These fees are the responsibility of the buyer and are not something sellers have any control over. For more wedding gowns, check: https://www.etsy.com/shop/VelvetPinVintage?ref=seller-platform-mcnav§ion_id=18149008 More vintage fashion: https://www.etsy.com/shop/VelvetPinVintage *** For previews and sale announcements check: Instagram: @VelvetPinVintage Facebook: @Velvet Pin Vintage Twitter: @VelvetPinVtg
Yardsale Maradona Polo ShirtYardsale Maradona Polo Shirt in Light Blue and Grey. Inspired by the late Maradona’s iconic Argentinian striped-jersey, this two-tone Yardsale polo shirt boasts a subtle sportswear reference mixed with the brand’s iconic ‘80s era aesthetic. Crafted from 100% cotton with a panelled-polo composure, this regular-fitting profile features block-tone trims across its elasticated cuffs and a reinforced bartack hemline that’s designed to retain its structural shape regardless of setting. A 3-button placket complements its classic pointed-collar neckline, whilst soccer-jersey panelled stripes across the chest and short sleeves are neatly paired with crisp-white embroidered ‘Yardsale’ branding across the left-chest in place of the usual team-jersey crest.Founded by Daniel Kreitem in 2013, Yardsale’s energetic glam-culture undertone is one that has continued to influence the industry with each and every passing season. Famed for their ode to West Coast sunset-and-cocktail culture aesthetics and their gritty South London charm, ‘80s era avant-gardists Yardsale return to Flatspot to celebrate the timely arrival of their latest SS21 collection.Product Details100% CottonFold Down CollarThree Button PlacketEmbroidered LogoRibbed CuffsRegular Fit
Stunning vintage 1970’s dusky pink figure hugging sleeveless maxi evening dress by the British designer vintage brand Trina Lewis & Marjon Couture at Baker Sportswear, Mayfair. So thrilled to add to the collection this exquisite late 70s/early 80s designer vintage formal dress from the collectible British vintage label Trina Lewis & Marjon Couture. This is a really fantastic piece of vintage clothing from the era. It is very striking - a really eye-catching and unusual item in a great vibrant colour. Absolutely stunning!! A lovely simple elegant dress which looks as good now as it did in the 70s. A timeless classic. The dress is crafted from a pale raspberry pink soft polyester jersey type fabric which does have a little stretch to it. The neckline is a square straight neck with thin spaghetti shoulder straps. The dress is a fitted cut to the bodice (empire line) and then gently flares out to a long A Line maxi skirt. The bodice is pleated and shaped to give a lovely shape. The dress is maxi in length (ankle length). The dress fasten with a zip to the back. The cut, shape and styling of this dress give a stunning figure! Simply Wow!! This dress is a real statement piece and is very flattering when worn (flattering figure hugging shape and fantastic vibrant fabric) and its classic retro vintage style is guaranteed to get you noticed.. The lovely jersey fabric and figure hugging shape will really show off your curves. A really fabulous dress! You will turn heads in this one! Condition: This is a vintage item. The item has been carefully hand washed and is in good vintage condition with only light signs of wear. Size: 🦋🦋 measurements to follow shortly 🦋🦋 Pit to pit: xx inches Chest: xx inches Waist: xx inches Hips: free to xx inches Length: xx inches Best fit UK size 10 . There is a little stretch to the fabric. For reference, my lovely assistant "Petula" in the photographs is a UK size 6 to 8. The dress has been lightly clipped to Petula as it was a little too big for her.. Materials: This piece is made from a soft polyester jersey type fabric which does have a little stretch to it. Aftercare: In order to preserve the condition of this amazing dress, this piece should be gently hand washed in cool water using mild detergent and drip dried. Do not tumble dry. Cool iron. Handle gently and take care with jewellery and rough surfaces. Keep away from fire and open flames. SIZING GUIDE: UK SIZES AND MEASUREMENTS: Vintage clothing label sizes are completely different to modern sizes so size labels where present should be ignored. Sizes given on each listing is based on my own estimation. Some vintage items look great on a range of sizes based on the cut of the item, the fabric type and desired fit and whether worn with a belt on not etc. Please ensure that you carefully check your measurements against the item measurements and the guide below (based on Debenhams standard sizing): SIZE BUST WAIST HIPS CM’S “’S CM’S ‘’S CM’S ‘’S 6 (XS) 79 31 60 23.5 83 32.5 8 (S) 83 32.5 64 25 87 34.5 10 (S) 87 34.5 68 27 91 36 12 (M) 92 36 73 28.5 96 38 14 (M) 97 38 78 30.5 101 40 16 (L) 104 41 85 33.5 108 42.5 18 (L) 111 43.5 92 36 115 45.5 20 (XL) 118 46.5 99 39 122 48 22 (XL) 125 49 106 41.5 129 51 24 (XXL) 132 52 113 44.5 136 53.5 26 (XXL) 139 54.5 120 47 146 57.5 Please note that all sizes are UK sizes unless otherwise stated. For Conversion to US and European sizes please see the table below: UK 6 = US 2/ EU 34/AU 6 UK 8 = US 4/ EU 36/ AU 8 UK 10 = US 6/ EU38/ AU 10 UK 12 = US 8/ EU40/ AU 12 UK 14 = US 10/ EU 42/ AU 14 UK 16 = US 12/ EU 44/ AU 16 UK 18 = US 14/ EU 46/ AU 18 UK 20 = US 16/ EU 48/ AU 20 About: “Mijkra” is a UK based artist/photographer and designer creating and sourcing unique original pieces in a converted stable/barn in the heart of Oxfordshire and in the back of a vintage campervan. This store, hosted by Etsy, will showcase and sell a range of unique artisan bohemian hand created clothing, “art to wear”, accessories, jewellery and homeware, remodelled couture, up cycled vintage, unique vintage items and a selection of my original artworks. Please browse my other items. All the items are unique, individual and one off pieces, and are a mix of new handmade, remodelled couture (new or vintage), up cycled vintage items or pure vintage original pieces. Additional note on vintage items: The beautiful vintage and remodelled vintage pieces are handmade and/or vintage items and there might be some slight irregularities. These add to the unique charm of the exquisite pieces and do not distract from the beauty of the items. All vintage items are carefully selected, dry-cleaned or hand washed in gentle eco-friendly detergent and repaired where necessary before these are added to the shop and are in good vintage condition
Stunning vintage 1970’s dusky pink figure hugging sleeveless maxi evening dress by the British designer vintage brand Trina Lewis & Marjon Couture at Baker Sportswear, Mayfair. So thrilled to add to the collection this exquisite late 70s/early 80s designer vintage formal dress from the collectible British vintage label Trina Lewis & Marjon Couture. This is a really fantastic piece of vintage clothing from the era. It is very striking - a really eye-catching and unusual item in a great vibrant colour. Absolutely stunning!! A lovely simple elegant dress which looks as good now as it did in the 70s. A timeless classic. The dress is crafted from a pale raspberry pink soft polyester jersey type fabric which does have a little stretch to it. The neckline is a square straight neck with thin spaghetti shoulder straps. The dress is a fitted cut to the bodice (empire line) and then gently flares out to a long A Line maxi skirt. The bodice is pleated and shaped to give a lovely shape. The dress is maxi in length (ankle length). The dress fasten with a zip to the back. The cut, shape and styling of this dress give a stunning figure! Simply Wow!! This dress is a real statement piece and is very flattering when worn (flattering figure hugging shape and fantastic vibrant fabric) and its classic retro vintage style is guaranteed to get you noticed.. The lovely jersey fabric and figure hugging shape will really show off your curves. A really fabulous dress! You will turn heads in this one! Condition: This is a vintage item. The item has been carefully hand washed and is in good vintage condition with only light signs of wear. Size: 🦋🦋 measurements to follow shortly 🦋🦋 Pit to pit: xx inches Chest: xx inches Waist: xx inches Hips: free to xx inches Length: xx inches Best fit UK size 10 . There is a little stretch to the fabric. For reference, my lovely assistant "Petula" in the photographs is a UK size 6 to 8. The dress has been lightly clipped to Petula as it was a little too big for her.. Materials: This piece is made from a soft polyester jersey type fabric which does have a little stretch to it. Aftercare: In order to preserve the condition of this amazing dress, this piece should be gently hand washed in cool water using mild detergent and drip dried. Do not tumble dry. Cool iron. Handle gently and take care with jewellery and rough surfaces. Keep away from fire and open flames. SIZING GUIDE: UK SIZES AND MEASUREMENTS: Vintage clothing label sizes are completely different to modern sizes so size labels where present should be ignored. Sizes given on each listing is based on my own estimation. Some vintage items look great on a range of sizes based on the cut of the item, the fabric type and desired fit and whether worn with a belt on not etc. Please ensure that you carefully check your measurements against the item measurements and the guide below (based on Debenhams standard sizing): SIZE BUST WAIST HIPS CM’S “’S CM’S ‘’S CM’S ‘’S 6 (XS) 79 31 60 23.5 83 32.5 8 (S) 83 32.5 64 25 87 34.5 10 (S) 87 34.5 68 27 91 36 12 (M) 92 36 73 28.5 96 38 14 (M) 97 38 78 30.5 101 40 16 (L) 104 41 85 33.5 108 42.5 18 (L) 111 43.5 92 36 115 45.5 20 (XL) 118 46.5 99 39 122 48 22 (XL) 125 49 106 41.5 129 51 24 (XXL) 132 52 113 44.5 136 53.5 26 (XXL) 139 54.5 120 47 146 57.5 Please note that all sizes are UK sizes unless otherwise stated. For Conversion to US and European sizes please see the table below: UK 6 = US 2/ EU 34/AU 6 UK 8 = US 4/ EU 36/ AU 8 UK 10 = US 6/ EU38/ AU 10 UK 12 = US 8/ EU40/ AU 12 UK 14 = US 10/ EU 42/ AU 14 UK 16 = US 12/ EU 44/ AU 16 UK 18 = US 14/ EU 46/ AU 18 UK 20 = US 16/ EU 48/ AU 20 About: “Mijkra” is a UK based artist/photographer and designer creating and sourcing unique original pieces in a converted stable/barn in the heart of Oxfordshire and in the back of a vintage campervan. This store, hosted by Etsy, will showcase and sell a range of unique artisan bohemian hand created clothing, “art to wear”, accessories, jewellery and homeware, remodelled couture, up cycled vintage, unique vintage items and a selection of my original artworks. Please browse my other items. All the items are unique, individual and one off pieces, and are a mix of new handmade, remodelled couture (new or vintage), up cycled vintage items or pure vintage original pieces. Additional note on vintage items: The beautiful vintage and remodelled vintage pieces are handmade and/or vintage items and there might be some slight irregularities. These add to the unique charm of the exquisite pieces and do not distract from the beauty of the items. All vintage items are carefully selected, dry-cleaned or hand washed in gentle eco-friendly detergent and repaired where necessary before these are added to the shop and are in good vintage condition
