Mod to Suedehead

[elwood]



Welcome Londonspykid

I wore a blazer in 1971 - in our area (Greater Manchester) they were very popular at that time. Most people wore black with silver buttons (3) however I had a navy one. I seem to recall that mine had side vents, though I couldn't swear to that. The wearing of football badges was not seen that often by us but VERY popular was a badge depicting a red rose of Lancashire (in Yorkshire they wore a white rose badge). I would guess that neither of these would have much appeal to you. Badges of the Twisted Wheel Club were sometimes seen (but only if the wearer had actually attended) I never wore a badge on mine. Lapels at this time had become a little wider than those on a sixties Mod suit.

Welcome again, Londonspykid.

I can't add much to what roytonboy said about blazers in the Manchester area (1971): most prevalent were black barathea, 3-button single-breasted, silver buttons, badges as described. My recollection is also of double vents: seemed to make it easier for cool posing with hands in trouser pockets. I think I also may have posted earlier about seeing some extreme variations on sleeve buttons - one lad round my way had them reaching almost to his elbows.

 

[elwood]



On the subject of the longevity of style over fashion. There's the above photo of Jack Kennedy... .....and this one of Gerald Ford. It sort of sums up the differences between the 60s and 70s for me. The optimistic, stylish 'Swinging Sixties' didn't happen for everyone, and was positively grim for a lot of people. But in the early-mid 70s, even the leader of the Free World looked depressed and dressed like crap.

Gerald Ford looks like he's wearing Ruperts with matching jacket - a Rupert suit! (Not that I ever saw such a hideous outfit as a Rupert suit ... No doubt someone will now recall one )

 

[Man-of-Mystery]



I would put the Trojans - but that came later(or earlier,if you get my drift).

Hail Caesar! Is that shirt one of Brutus's?

 

[Man-of-Mystery]



On the subject of the longevity of style over fashion. There's the above photo of Jack Kennedy... .....and this one of Gerald Ford.

Good grief - the bloke's wearing a car-rug!

 

[Man-of-Mystery]

I just picked up this suede trucker jacket at a vintage market. I had been looking out for one for quite some time - okay it's not a Levi, but I would have given an eyeball for it when I was 17! It looks good on. There's a story attached to it, though, and as I don't know yet whether it has a happy ending, I'll keep it back for now.

 

[Aces and Eights]

There's an ebay seller that's selling a bunch of these Oxford BDs at £13 a pop (including p&p). There's pastel yellow, pink, black, white and blue. I might take a punt on a couple at that price.

Thanks for the link Inks. Bought 2 and for the money they are good

 

[browniecj]



I just picked up this suede trucker jacket at a vintage market. I had been looking out for one for quite some time - okay it's not a Levi, but I would have given an eyeball for it when I was 17! It looks good on. There's a story attached to it, though, and as I don't know yet whether it has a happy ending, I'll keep it back for now.

Now,I am not talking to you........

Good looking Jacket M-o-M.

 

[browniecj]



Welcome again, Londonspykid.

I can't add much to what roytonboy said about blazers in the Manchester area (1971): most prevalent were black barathea, 3-button single-breasted, silver buttons, badges as described. My recollection is also of double vents: seemed to make it easier for cool posing with hands in trouser pockets. I think I also may have posted earlier about seeing some extreme variations on sleeve buttons - one lad round my way had them reaching almost to his elbows.

Harry Fenton only sold single vent Blazers.I did not really get into double vents until later.

 

[Botolph]

Single vent is where it's at anyways.

 

[Sirryacus]

Good grief - the bloke's wearing a car-rug!

To be fair he was traditionally known for wearing a classic navy blue suit or a pinstriped suit.

 

[browniecj]

Sorry I cannot bring it over,but anybody interested in all Leather Brogues(Black) go to the Mod Clothing and see some for £49.00(I kid you not).Look pretty tidy to me-old British Brogue Style,only in a few sizes only.

I am not on commission ......

 

[Inks]

Thanks for the link Inks. Bought 2 and for the money they are good

I ordered a couple of the white ones the other day. What's their sizing like ? I got the large.

 

[Aces and Eights]

I ordered a couple of the white ones the other day. What's their sizing like ? I got the large.

I bought xxl and was pleasantly surprised that they were a generous cut. No rear pleat but I was not looking to replicate a Ben Sherman - these are ok and for £13 they are good value.

 

[Mr Knightley]

Del Evans Original Modernist.

 

[browniecj]



Del Evans Original Modernist.

Nice Memory,Mr.Knightley. I see someone is calling for all Photos of the late 60s(Ballroom Blitz)covering the period we are.It is all about Mods-there is a photo of the Book Jacket up already.