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Punk Rocker and Teddy Boy youths in Kings Road, London
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Punk Rocker and Teddy Boy youths in Kings Road, London
Punk Rocker and Teddy Boy youths in Kings Road, London. Pictured, scenes along Kings Road. 30th July 1977
Barham
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
England
DM 77 4131
Media ID 21913424
© Mirrorpix
Chelsea Culture Kings Road Subculture Teddy Boys Teds Teenage 1977
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This photo print, titled "Punk Rocker and Teddy Boy youths in Kings Road, London" takes us back to the vibrant streets of 1970s London. Captured on the 30th of July in 1977 by Barham from Memory Lane Prints, this snapshot perfectly encapsulates the clash of subcultures that defined an era. In this scene along Kings Road, we witness a fascinating juxtaposition between two distinct youth tribes - Punk Rockers and Teddy Boys. The rebellious spirit emanates from their clothing choices; while the Punk Rocker dons torn fishnet stockings, spiked hair, and safety pins adorning their leather jackets, the Teddy Boy exudes a more retro charm with his slicked-back hairdo, tailored suit jacket with velvet lapels, and drainpipe trousers. The image not only captures these individual styles but also reflects a broader cultural shift happening within society at that time. It serves as a reminder of how fashion became an expression of identity for young people seeking to challenge societal norms. As we gaze upon this photograph today, it transports us back to an iconic moment in history when youth culture was at its most rebellious and influential. It invites us to reflect on how these subcultures shaped our understanding of fashion and identity during that pivotal period in London's history. Barham's skillful lens has preserved this slice of life forever – frozen in time for future generations to appreciate the boldness and creativity that emerged from those Kings Road
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