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Biba Boutique fashion centre in London June 1966 Biba Boutique in it
Biba Boutique fashion centre in London June 1966
Biba Boutique in its 2nd home at 19-21 Kensington Church Street. London.
Twin sisters Nicole and Michele 15 years old who work in the store in matching striped mini dresses with feather boas hanging behind them.
Biba was a London fashion store of the 1960s and 1970s.
Biba was started and primarily run by the Polish-born Barbara Hulanicki with help of her husband Stephen Fitz-Simon.
Picture taken 29th June 1966
Doreen Spooner
Daily Mirror
London
Greater London
England
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Feather Hoops Instore Sales Shop Store Stripes Stripey Style Swinging Sixites Trend 1966
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Step back in time to the swinging sixties with this print of Biba Boutique fashion centre in London, June 1966. The iconic Biba Boutique, known for its cutting-edge style and trendsetting designs, is showcased in its second home at 19-21 Kensington Church Street. In the foreground of the image stand twin sisters Nicole and Michele, both only fifteen years old but already working at this fashion mecca. Dressed in matching striped mini dresses that epitomize the youthful spirit of the era, they exude confidence and charm. Feather boas hang behind them, adding a touch of glamour to their ensembles. Biba was more than just a store; it was a cultural phenomenon that defined London's fashion scene during the 1960s and 1970s. Founded by Polish-born Barbara Hulanicki and her husband Stephen Fitz-Simon, Biba revolutionized clothing trends with its unique style. This photograph captures a moment frozen in time on June 29th, 1966—a snapshot of youth culture and vibrant energy that permeated throughout London during this period. It serves as a reminder of how one boutique could shape an entire generation's sense of style. Displaying this stunning print will transport you back to an era where bold stripes were all the rage, feather boas were must-have accessories, and Biba Boutique reigned supreme as a symbol of fashionable rebellion.
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