Mod to Suedehead

[Watermelon man]

RIght, my London trip is next thursday, so where can i get a pair of reasonably nice brogues for a equally reasonable price? Where is a good place to stock up on nice shirts? And also, sta press trousers. Sorry for all the questions, i've never been in London before if you don't count a short stop on Gatwick Airport, i spent some time in Newcastle, but thats all my knowhow of the isles

I don't think you can get any of those things at a reasonable price in London, but here are a few suggestions for starters, apart from the usual Carnaby Street shops (Merc, etc) and expensive places like John Simons or Brooks Bros:


Ben Nevis Clothing
237 Royal College Street
London
NW1 9LT

http://www.bennevisclothing.com

Cheap, but good-quality Harringtons (£34)

Mon - Fri : 9:30-18:00
Sat : 10:30-17:00
Sun : Closed



Stuarts
35-37 Uxbridge Road
Shepherds Bush,
London
W12 8LH

http://www.stuartslondon.com

Various, including Loakes (eg, Royals @£140 -- this compares with £165 from Brit Boot and £150 direct from Loakes).

Mon-Sat : 10:00-18:00
Sun : Closed



Adam of London
11 Portobello Green Arcade
281 Portobello Road
London
W10 5TZ

http://adamoflondon.com/

Off-the-peg suits, shirts etc

Tues-Thurs : 10:00-16:30
Fri-Sat : 10:00-17:30
Sun : 12:00-17:00
Mon: Closed



British Boot Co. (aka Holts)

5 Kentish Town Road
Camden Town
London
NW1 8NH

http://britboot.co.uk/

Footwear, but don’t buy anything there, as it's stupidly expensive

Mon-Sun : 10:30-19:00

 

[Man-of-Mystery]



Some of us are nice, you know.....

Subtle understatement there, LQ.

 

[browniecj]



Some of us are nice, you know.....

Talking from Experience,Little Queenie.....

 

[yankmod]

I don't think you can get any of those things at a reasonable price in London, but here are a few suggestions for starters, apart from the usual Carnaby Street shops (Merc, etc) and expensive places like John Simons or Brooks Bros:


Ben Nevis Clothing
237 Royal College Street
London
NW1 9LT

http://www.bennevisclothing.com

Cheap, but good-quality Harringtons (£34)

Mon - Fri : 9:30-18:00
Sat : 10:30-17:00
Sun : Closed



Stuarts
35-37 Uxbridge Road
Shepherds Bush,
London
W12 8LH

http://www.stuartslondon.com

Various, including Loakes (eg, Royals @£140 -- this compares with £165 from Brit Boot and £150 direct from Loakes).

Mon-Sat : 10:00-18:00
Sun : Closed



Adam of London
11 Portobello Green Arcade
281 Portobello Road
London
W10 5TZ

http://adamoflondon.com/

Off-the-peg suits, shirts etc

Tues-Thurs : 10:00-16:30
Fri-Sat : 10:00-17:30
Sun : 12:00-17:00
Mon: Closed



British Boot Co. (aka Holts)

5 Kentish Town Road
Camden Town
London
NW1 8NH

http://britboot.co.uk/

Footwear, but don’t buy anything there, as its stupidly expensive

Mon-Sun : 10:30-19:00

Thanks for the list Watermelon man.I've filed it.

 

[Ed Vaughan]

Having - just the once - met Little Queenie, I can confirm she is, in fact, a delight.

And while Bob isn't (a delight) he is a a very amiable chap.

That is all.

 

[Botolph]



I don't think you can get any of those things at a reasonable price in London, but here are a few suggestions for starters, apart from the usual Carnaby Street shops (Merc, etc) and expensive places like John Simons or Brooks Bros:
Ben Nevis Clothing
237 Royal College Street
London
NW1 9LT

http://www.bennevisclothing.com

Cheap, but good-quality Harringtons (£34)

Mon - Fri : 9:30-18:00
Sat : 10:30-17:00
Sun : Closed



Stuarts
35-37 Uxbridge Road
Shepherds Bush,
London
W12 8LH

http://www.stuartslondon.com

Various, including Loakes (eg, Royals @£140 -- this compares with £165 from Brit Boot and £150 direct from Loakes).

Mon-Sat : 10:00-18:00
Sun : Closed



Adam of London
11 Portobello Green Arcade
281 Portobello Road
London
W10 5TZ

http://adamoflondon.com/

Off-the-peg suits, shirts etc

Tues-Thurs : 10:00-16:30
Fri-Sat : 10:00-17:30
Sun : 12:00-17:00
Mon: Closed



British Boot Co. (aka Holts)

5 Kentish Town Road
Camden Town
London
NW1 8NH

http://britboot.co.uk/

Footwear, but don’t buy anything there, as it's stupidly expensive

Mon-Sun : 10:30-19:00

There's also Oi Oi the Shop in Camden Market. Bill's an early '80s Arsenal skinhead who started with a market stall amd now has an enormous shop in the downstairs by the army navy surplus shop. He's only open on fri/sat/sun at the moment but he carries a lot of nice gear. He has a good amount of second-hand brogues, boots, suits, Bens, etc plus new gear as well. Defo worth a mooch in.

 

[Watermelon man]

Quote: I'd second that. Didn't know when he was open for business these days...

Plus, as has been suggested before, if you have the time and dosh, you might want to go down to Brighton for the day to Jump the Gun:

http://www.jumpthegun.co.uk/

(Always thought Brighton was a dump, though...)

 

[yankmod]

A quick aside to illustrate the far reaching influence of what some would describe as Mod fashion.I live 2 blocks from Route 66 (in the International Zone,the ghetto) In Albuquerque it's called Central Ave.A few miles west on 66 is the Ritzy,Trendy,Pretentious 1 miles stretch known as Nob Hill (if you ever vist ABQ def check it out)Just found a little boutique,been there a year.Operated by a capable young women.They got brit made Fred Perry twin tipped 75$ (an excellent price) chinese made slim fit FP. FP ties and sox and Cardi's and V-necks.A dozen suits 3 button 2 and 1 as well.Selvedge Jeans for 200$ (I've no need for these I wear Levi's) Different Brands.Some funky Jackets in different styles based on the Casual style.Fred Perry and small Brands some Japanese.I think there was a Stone Island.I was amazed to see this store as ABQ is 10 to 15 years behind the rest of the U.S.Looks like things are excelerating(trend wise)Probably the interwebs have somethin to do wit it.

 

[flyfronted]

I'd second that. Didn't know when he was open for business these days...

Plus, as has been suggested before, if you have the time and dosh, you might want to go down to Brighton for the day to Jump the Gun:

http://www.jumpthegun.co.uk/

(Always thought Brighton was a dump, though...)

Son Of Stag is a amazing shop as well .. great Americana clobber . Raw 60s Levi's / Brogues and the best Crombie ive ever seen .

 

[flyfronted]

RIght, my London trip is next thursday, so where can i get a pair of reasonably nice brogues for a equally reasonable price? Where is a good place to stock up on nice shirts? And also, sta press trousers. Sorry for all the questions, i've never been in London before if you don't count a short stop on Gatwick Airport, i spent some time in Newcastle, but thats all my knowhow of the isles

American Classics in Endell st ( Covent garden ) sells Mikel Rude shirts , 60s levis and boots etc .. go and have Pie N mAsh as well for that authentic London 60s lunch .
nearest to central london http://www.qype.co.uk/place/108279-Clarkes-Pie-and-Mash-Shop-London

 

[Little Queenie]



Having - just the once - met Little Queenie, I can confirm she is, in fact, a delight.

And while Bob isn't (a delight) he is a a very amiable chap.

That is all.

Why, thank-you Mr. Vaughan.

 

[flyfronted]

Los Angeles 1966 http://www.messynessychic.com/2013/01/03/the-dapper-rebels-of-los-angeles-1966/ great look .

 

[Lerk]

Brilliant tips, i think will find most of what i'm looking for. I'm set for running back and forth thru london. Hope to squeeze in the odd pint of bitter in between the shopping locations.

 

[Ed Vaughan]



Why, thank-you Mr. Vaughan.

Speak as i find, doll.

Still have that 'whistle' - assuming Bob has the tailor - for him.

My mate that is working out of 'Boro, I will get to pick it up and one of you may be able to hook up with him?

Yes, I'm a lardy bugger - but you've sen that - and the suit is too big for his trad frame but, you/he may be able to swop/sell/exchange for something that suits- pardon the pun.

it's a Jeff banks thing that lends itself - PoW - to adaption. (Worn twice... if that.)

I had spare money 20 years ago.

Obviously: free, to a good home.

 

[yankmod]

Los Angeles 1966 http://www.messynessychic.com/2013/01/03/the-dapper-rebels-of-los-angeles-1966/ great look .

flyfronted,some of these pic were posted earlier in the thread (but not all) Thanks for posting the rest.This is basically my look as well as being the year I was born.Very cool Watts Cats(this is Watts L.A.)You can tell by the massive sculpture they are photographed amongst.It was made by an Italian immigrant on his land and is now a protected Heritage site enjoyed by all.