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Book reviews: King of Carnaby Street by Jeremy Reed and The Big Beat Scene by Royston Ellis

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If you are lookng for something interesting and with a retro twist to get your teeth into, we have two candidates newly-reviewed on our Modculture site – King of Carnaby Street by Jeremy Reed and The Big Beat Scene by Royston Ellis.

The first of those is a biography on that king of Carnaby Street, John Stephen. It's the story of his arrival in London, how we learned the basics of clothes making and retailing and of course, how he went on to dominate both Carnaby Street and men's fashion in the 1960s and early 1970s.

The Big Beat Scene by Royston Ellis is a reissue from 1961, described as 'an outspoken expose of the teenage world of rock 'n' roll' by 'the king of the beatniks', 19-year-old Ellis. You can read reviews of both books in the Modculture books section right now.

King of Carnaby Street by Jeremy Reed review

The Big Beat Scene by Royston Ellis review

Categories / Men's Fashion

Classic Trench Mac by A.P.C.

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If you happen to be in the Manchester area, the A.P.C Trench Mac has been seasonal wear for weeks. For the rest of you, it will come in very handy in the next few months.

Yes, it's a classic trench coat, the kind of thing A.P.C. does so well. In this case, the double-breasted trench is available in navy or cream, made of 100 per cent cotton with light waxing for waterproofing, oversized button detail, removable waist belt and lining throughout.

See over the page for a look at the navy version, with both trench coats selling online for £295.

Find out more at the End Clothing website

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Categories / Women's Fashion

Twill Mini Skirt by Stella McCartney

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Finding mod clothing that's unique and head turning is becoming thankfully easier, thanks to the influence of sixties gear on the high street along with dedicated retro retailers. It's often those simple, perennial pieces that are the hardest to come by though, making this A-Line Twill Mini Skirt from Stella McCartney all the more appealing.

The skirt's best asset is the simplicity, with a well angled A-line, high waist cut and truly 60s-mini hem length. Made from a black twill, the fabric holds the shape to provide a sharp mid-sixties style that's undeniably retro.

Get it online from Net-a-Porter for £225.

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Checkerboard Cardigan by A.L.C.

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While nautical stripes and fifties florals fill the fashion mag pages, there's plenty of retro print choices still to plunder. Often forgotten, the checkerboard pattern is a versatile and instantly vintage-look choice, as shown by this Checkerboard Cardigan by A.L.C.

Whether you're channelling mod style or a more rudegirl style ska look, this is an ideal choice for accompanying many a dangerously revealing minidress. Even worn as casual daywear, as wardrobe fillers go this one deserves to be worn again and again.

It's available online from Shopbop for $495.

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Fred Perry Harris Tweed Harrington jacket

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You can pick up a plain coloured Harrington jacket just about anywhere, but if you want one that offers something just a little different, you might want to take a closer look at this Fred Perry Harris Tweed Harrington.

Produced, no doubt, for when the temperatures plummet over autumn and winter, this Fred Perry Harris Tweed Harrington is (as you've probably guessed) made from authentic Harris Tweed and is fully lined for even more warmth.

Aside from that, it keeps the classic profile, adding in the Fred Perry logo, a Harris Tweed Label and a brass zip. It retails for £349.

Find out more at the Fred Perry website

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Levi Vintage 1966 501 jeans reissued

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If you are on the look out for a 60s feel for your denim, Levi Vintage might have the thing with the reissued 1966 501 jeans.

Made from Levi's 14oz selvedge denim, the 1966 501 has a regular fit with tapered knee, button fly and the usual Levi detailing. The one thing you'll either appreciate or hate is the finish – an 'archive wash' that gives a slightly (but not overly) used look to the new denim.

Available now in limited numbers, they sell for £139 per pair.

Find out more at the End Clothing website

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