All about Mod, Mods and the Mod scene from the 1960s, through the revival and into the present day
To match your Mondrian dress, you can now pick up this Kara Ross Mondrian-style clutch bag. This high-end leather accessory has a chain-link shoulder strap, those geometric coloured panels on the front and back and pockets that sit on the lining. If all that appeals, maybe the price will put […]
Everyone seems to be designing a fashion range right now – even long-time DJ/broadcaster Gary Crowley, who has followed his mate Paul Weller by producing a footwear range – specifically the Gary Crowley Desert Boots for Ikon. The above image probably doesn’t tell you much, but in truth, there’s only […]
There’s been a glut of UK female singers since the success of Amy Winehouse, and the best of the follow-up bunch seems to be Bristol-born Beth Rowley. A graduate of Brighton’s Institute of Modern Music, the 26 year-old fell under the tutelage of former Young Disciples vocalist Carleen Anderson. Her […]
A book telling the story of the Immediate Records label has just been released. Immediate Records was formed in 1965 by Rolling Stones manager Andrew Loog Oldham and his business partner Tony Caldor. It very quickly established itself as the coolest label around, releasing a host of excellent singles and […]
If you have cash to burn and want to invest it in some stylish headwear for your scooter or motorbike, you should check out the retro Pavillon scooter helmets from Ruby. Designed by Jerome Coste and available online from high-end Parisian retailer Colette, the helmet range has vintage looks, a […]
Beggars come from Reading, but we doubt be there for much longer. Only a few months after forming they had landed a record deal with Heavenly Recordings and, having already supported Babyshambles a few months back, are about to embark on a nationwide tour in May supporting Joe Lean And […]
New summer collections on the high street means mini dresses are currently ten-a-penny again. If you’re looking for an authentic retro style then look no further than French Connection. This block dress is a great Mod reproduction, with a simple structured A-line shape. The high scoop neck and it’s contrast […]
Yes, yet another Harrington jacket – this time the Checked Harrington jacket from Parisian label APC. A bit bolder than your average jacket with that navy and purple check, this 100 per cent cotton jacket has a full zip front, button fastening collar, two waist pockets and ribbed cuffs and […]
