G’wan the Gok Wan! Putting aside the unfortunate name – this effervescent stylist has proven to be THE fashion fixer for ladies of all shapes and sizes and is quite the entertainer to boot! And if you’ve not seen ‘How to Look Good Naked’ or ‘Goks Fashion Fix’ yet then get downloading girls. Great for inspiring outfit ideas, boosting the confidence of women everywhere – particularly in teaching us how to dress for the correct body shape but he’s also a wiz for those on a budget or the accessory-phobes out there.

 

Above is a clip from his latest show on the retro inspired jackets on the highstreet and how to wear each depending on your apple/pear curves, your height and size of your bangers – in true Gok style!

 

The proof of his craze is in the pudding… For example when the Wan visited a vintage store in Edinburgh on his roadshow last season there was a massive rise in the number of shoppers buying second-hand clothes as a result. Particularly at ‘Armstrongs’ the store he went thrifting in, which is a regular spot with celebs such as Kate Moss, Kylie Minogue and Debbie Harry and is famous for its ‘Aladdins Cave’ atmosphere and amazing window displays.

 

Wan used items found in the shop to mix and match outfits for models, showing them how to be creative when putting together outfits.
Such was the demand post Gok that these guys are now opening another store in Glasgow in response to the public’s new love of all things vintage.

Forget Jim, Gok’ll fix it for ya!

Owner Carol McMorris said “There is definitely a ‘Gok Wan’ craze for clothes to be unique and interesting. So, instead of spending £50 on a new top from a high street shop, people are looking to see what they can find in vintage shops and making them work for them. We have definitely seen an increase in shoppers recently, particularly younger girls who are having a lot of fun with fashion. “

 

Check him out on Channel Four…

 

 

 

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Chain smoking, hard drinking, womanisin’ and cheatin’ in the bed/boardroom – the favourite pastimes of many a bloke 45 years ago…and probably a few today no doubt. Only difference is these shenanigans don’t normally occur in the workplace nowadays – certainly not the smoking anyway. But they certainly occur in abundance in the hit retro tv show, Mad Men.

This vintage viewing is the highest rated original series in AMC history, focusing on the many contradictions and complications in America circa 1960 when the working white man was king and the ‘weaker’ sex merely subservant arm candy. As the boys on screen smoke and seduce their way through the working week –the glamourous ladies light up the screen with some amazing vintage outfits. Because the show is filmed with exquisite visual style and strict attention to historical detail, us vintage lovin fashionistas are in for a treat every episode!

The iconic costumes are sourced and created by costume designer Janie Bryant who is talking about now creating her own “Mad Men” inspired fashion line so modern women can attain vintage style.

“I’m working on some things right now…I hate to be so mysterious but I can’t really say! It would have my name attached to it though,” Bryant tells Glamour magazine.

Bryant says the key to attaining the “Mad Men” style without wearing a costume is to combine the vintage look with a contemporary piece.

“You know what’s really fun, is to get a great vintage blouse of the period, with some pin tucks or ruffles, and wear them with skinny jeans,” the costume designer advises. “Definitely if you buy something, a piece from the period, I always mix it with very contemporary pieces, whether it be a modern shoe or skinny jeans or high waisted trouser jeans. I’m a strong believer in mixing a lot of pieces.”

We hear ya girl and can’t wait to see what her upcoming line produces!! And if you can’t wait for Janie either and want that designer Mad Men look at a fraction of the price then get your peepers on these beauties:

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Ok when you first hear the word ‘Paisley’ you may be inclined to picture old men’s ties and grannies aprons – and hey few would blame you, but take a look at these sexy ladies above and think again girls…

 

Paisley is a great alternative to bold prints if you prefer something more subtle and sophisticated –it’s still fun but with a classic appeal. And this vintage style can be found on everything including swimsuits, tunic tops and sexy Summer dresses – yes you’ll see paisley taking a big step back into the limelight this year!

 

When woven together in bright colors such as purple, pink, red, orange and  blues, the pattern takes us right back to the 60s and 70′s. So pair your paisley with denims and docksiders, or go boho and slip on Birkenstocks and bangles with your paisley pick. And speaking of picks check out our very own below – gorgeous when paired with skinny jeans and heels, hail the paisley…

 

 

 

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