This feels like a very overdue post or a post that should never come to fruition because the subject at hand is such an obvious one. Arckiv holds one of the most extensive collection of vintage eyewear in London and is a stalwart establishment that in my eye, needs no introduction. It could just be… Continue reading Arckiving
Category: History
Flying Away
>> I'm not normally into doing pre-event reminders. It's a bit of a fluffy post when you have nothing to say except "Buy tickets STAT!". Still, I know that I hated it enormously when I missed out on the last edition of the Fashion in Film Festival, curated by the hugely knowledgeable Marketa Uhlirova and… Continue reading Flying Away
Delving into Pockets
Somebody sent me an MA dissertation interview with the question "How long do you think the minimalism trend will last?". I was sort of aghast really – is a whole design movement/aesthetic really a "trend" that can be levelled with say lampshade skirts or banana prints? You can probably guess my answer to the question,… Continue reading Delving into Pockets
Maripol Treat
Book reviews seem to be slipping down lower and lower down the list but even if I am a little late with this one here, I feel like I'm timing it well with all the gifting antics that will ensue for the next few weeks. 'Little Red Riding Hood' by New York photographer, designer, art… Continue reading Maripol Treat