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Lady Jane Boutique, Carnaby Street, London, 11th May 1966
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Lady Jane Boutique, Carnaby Street, London, 11th May 1966
Lady Jane Boutique, Carnaby Street, London, 11th May 1966.
Police intervened after live models were used as mannequins in the shop window, causing disruption to traffic
Blandford
Daily Herald
Mirrorpix
London
Greater London
England
1966 1262
Media ID 21651010
© Mirrorpix
1960slondon Mannequins Police Police Officer Shop Window Shops And Shopping Soho Streets Carnaby Modelling
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In this print titled "Lady Jane Boutique, Carnaby Street, London, 11th May 1966" we are transported back to the vibrant and rebellious atmosphere of 1960s London. The image captures a moment when the boundaries between fashion and art were being pushed to their limits. The scene unfolds on Carnaby Street, known as the epicenter of Swinging London during that era. Lady Jane Boutique stands proudly in the background, its shop window adorned with live models instead of traditional mannequins. This audacious move caused quite a stir among passersby and even disrupted traffic flow. As we delve deeper into this photograph, it becomes evident that these live models were not just showcasing clothing but also embodying an attitude of liberation and self-expression. Their presence challenges societal norms while reflecting the spirit of rebellion that defined this transformative decade. Amidst all the excitement surrounding Lady Jane Boutique's unconventional display, a police officer can be seen intervening in an attempt to restore order. However, his presence only adds to the intrigue captured within this snapshot—a juxtaposition between authority figures attempting to maintain control and a youth-driven counterculture pushing against those very boundaries. This photograph by Blandford serves as both a time capsule and a testament to how fashion has always been intertwined with social change. It reminds us that even something as seemingly simple as using live models in shop windows can have profound cultural implications—an enduring symbol of an era marked by revolution and reinvention.
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