From the October 1982 issue of The Face ~ ‘A strangely downbeat nostalgia in which fashion reflects a blend of toughness and sensitivity…’
‘In line with our “Hard Times” statement comes “picture post” austerity, a strangely downbeat nostalgia in which fashion reflects a blend of toughness and sensitivity reminiscent of 1930s/40s European work ethic.’
‘Representing a revolt against the optimistic frivolity and fantasy of “blitz gloss”, the uniformity and utility indicates a prevailing attitude of severity demanded by deprivation.’
‘The new range of black denim is part of a concerted attempt by Levi’s to win a larger slice of a market they ought to dominate.’
‘St. Martin’s Fashion Design graduate Diane Garrod presented her New Soul Boy line this year. The clothes…are inspired by images of Northern Soul Boys in the mid-seventies with a parallel sport and workwear theme also in evidence…’
Photography and styling by Sheila Rock