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Christmas Greetings!

Examining the origins of the Christmas card and exploring some of the Victorian Eras more bizarre examples of this seasonal staple.

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Mathmos; since 1963. The inventors of the Lava Lamp.

A brief history of Mathmos, from the original Astro lava lamp in 1963 to being a staple of 60s and 70s ‘hippie’ interiors and on towards a 21st Century resurgence as a retro style icon.

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Shel Talmy (August 11 1937 – November 13 2024).

A pioneering producer of the British Invasion, Shel Talmy worked with some of the most influential acts of the 60s, producing two of the most iconic tracks of the era, “You Really Got Me” by the Kinks and “My Generation” by the Who.

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The Puffer Jacket; from functional to fashionable.

A brief history of the puffer jacket, from its origins as practical outdoor kit to its embrace by high-society, the fashion forward set and 80s subculture.

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From High Seas to High Street; A Brief History of the Peacoat.

How a versatile piece of naval outerwear moved from being standard military issue to a celebrated mainstay of men’s winter fashion.

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Hornsea Pottery; a mid-century design icon.

A brief history of the iconic British pottery studio whose mid-century designs have been recreated for nostalgists and new fans alike by Magpie.

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Pretty Green 15th Anniversary Collection.

Founded in 2009 by Liam Gallagher, Pretty Green celebrate 15 years of fusion music and fashion with a brand new winter collection that draws inspiration from their own archive.

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The Chelsea Boot : From Queen Victoria to Kings Road.

Short history and style guide of the Chelsea boot. From its origins in Victorian England to it being embraced in the Swinging Sixties by the Kings Road set, the iconic Chelsea boot is a timeless style icon.

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Centre Stage with the Trilby Hat

From page to stage and ever onwards, a brief history of the iconic Trilby Hat A common accessory in the 50s and 60s, the Trilby is having something of a 21st Century renaissance, proving the timeless appeal of this classic cap.

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Paisley Print: A brief history of an iconic design.

Perfectly combining symbolism with style, the Paisley pattern has both a long history and a bright future.

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Merc Made in England Harrington Jacket

Merc has heritage, over 50 years of it, and in 2024 they delve into their vast archives to produce a stunning new range of Harrington Jackets all crafted with care right here in England.

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The Argyle Pattern from Highlands to High Street.

A enduring symbol of British knitwear heritage that is readily identifiable and remains a firm fashion favourite into the 21st Century.

Cover photo for Beanie Hats : from Wales to the World.

Beanie Hats : from Wales to the World.

From its origins in Monmouthshire through to its current incarnation as a all-year wardrobe staple, the Beanie has become a timeless, utilitarian style icon.

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Pod Originals

Founded in 1976 and still going strong today, Pod Original have created a series of unique designs which achieve a balance between historical tradition and forward-thinking contemporary designs.

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Baracuta G9 Harrington Jacket 85th Anniversary. Interview with Artist Luke Passey.

Continuing our series of blog posts that feature interviews conducted by Baracuta as part of the Baracuta G9 Jackets 85th Anniversary celebrations. Artist, Luke Passey talks about his artwork, the first time he saw a Baracuta G9 Jacket and his love for the City of Manchester.

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Ben Sherman, John Lennon and Rolling Stone magazine.

Ben Sherman team up with the John Lennon estate and Rolling Stone magazine for two brand new limited edition collections. Perfectly fusing fashion and music in typical Ben Sherman style, both ranges are a great way for the legendary brand to see out their 65th Anniversary year.

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85 Years of the Baracuta G9 Harrington Jacket.

An icon turns 85. The Baracuta G9 Harrington is a wardrobe staple in every sense of the word. Functionality and practicality dictating form and style to create one of the most enduring outerwear pieces the world has ever seen. Happy 85th Birthday to a legend, the Baracuta G9 Jacket. A true emblem of Britishness!

Cover photo for Retrospective: Sergio Tacchini Orion Track Jacket in The Firm (2009).

Retrospective: Sergio Tacchini Orion Track Jacket in The Firm (2009).

The Sergio Tacchini Orion Jacket has firmly placed itself at the forefront of Tennis and Football Casuals Culture. Its retro style is as relevant today as it was in the 1980s. Let's pay homage to a Tacchini Classic - The Orion Track Top!

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120 years of the Tour de France

Celebrating 120 years of the worlds most famous cycling race with a brief look into its history and enduring impact on Mod fashion via the cycling jersey.

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Lyle & Scott – The making of a Knitwear icon!

Lyle and Scott are a true British Heritage Brand. Formed in Scotland in 1874, next year (2024) will see them celebrate their 150th Anniversary. Renowned the world over for their knitwear and their iconic Golden Eagle logo, Lyle & Scott will forever be steeped in subcultural style, synonymous with the Football Casuals era and of course with an unbreakable link to the sport of golf. We take a look at Lyle & Scott's rich and revered history...

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A Quick History of Sunglasses

Sunglasses have been a popular fashion accessory since the 1930s. Here’s a quick look at the history of the coolest eyewear ever.

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Visions Of Oz

An introduction to the iconic underground auteur Martin Sharp whose work as an artist and cartoonist would shape the visual style of the psychedelic era thanks to his work with the infamous Oz Magazine and rock group Cream.

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Fred Perry and the History of Lawn Tennis in Scarborough

Fred Perry had a long affiliation with Tennis in Scarborough thanks to the North of England and Slazenger Pro Championships. With Wimbledon coming up, we thought we'd take a look at tennis in Scarborough from the Victorian era to it's eventual decline in the late 1960s...

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Wimbledon Style

How on court tennis kit has created off court timeless style courtesy of three tennis legends.