24.08.2011- Brighton Rock

If you've been shopping over the last few weeks, then you can't fail to have noticed the arrival of a slew of 1960s style designs on the high street. And if you've been inspired by what you've seen of the mods and rockers vibe so far, then you'll love this shoot from the September issue of US Vogue:

Natalia Vodianova and Sam Riley by Mert & Marcus, US Vogue September 2011, styled by Grace Coddington.

I love the sharp tailoring, bright colours and graphic prints, and Natalia rocks a beehive and smoky eye like no-one else can. Plus it's great to see Sam Riley (who was so good in Control) hitting the big time in America, as the adaptation of Brighton Rock in which he stars is released over there. Definitely a must-watch if you need a further dose of 60s inspiration.

What do you think of this shoot? And have you been inspired by any 60s fashion you've seen on the high street so far?

(Image credit: fashiongonerogue.)

26.10.2010- I like The Like

I've recently rediscovered The Like, who were one of my favourite bands when they had their breakthrough with the album Are You Thinking What I'm Thinking? back in 2005. Since then, the band has undergone a line-up change, with new members Annie Monroe and Laena Geronimo joining founders Tennessee Thomas and Elizabeth Berg (aka Z Berg). With the help of super producer Mark Ronson, The Like have also transformed their sound; their second album Release Me, released to much critical acclaim earlier this year, showcases a collection of songs very obviously influenced by the music of the 1960's:

As well as informing their current approach to music, the 60's have also served to inspire the new image of the band, with peter-pan collars, geometric prints and cute dresses a plenty featuring heavily in their styling:

By the look of things, it's time to get hunting down those 60's swing dresses and perfecting the black eyeliner!
To find out more about The Like and hear more music, visit their Myspace page.

What do you think of The Like's new sound? And are you inspired by their 60's styling? What other music stars are your style icons?

(Image credit: Google Images. Video credit: thelikeuk on Youtube.)

27.08.2010- Alexa for L'Officiel

Alexa Chung is the star of the August issue of Paris magazine L'Officiel, in an editorial which features a distinct 1960's flavour:

There is a really cinematic feel to this shoot, which I love, and the vintage inspired styling is really cute, especially with the Peter-Pan collars and gorgeous pea coat. I also love the way the hazy quality of light makes the images look like they belong in a old photo album and brings a really mellow quality to the composition of the shots.

What do you think of Alexa's shoot?

(Image credit: Curiouser and Curiouser.)