Discussing Vintage: An Interview with Quirkshop UK

Do you find yourself pulled into the Durham market’s vintage shop when out and about from lectures? As do I, so in this article I’m joined by Becky Ashby, the owner of Durham’s own Quirkshop UK, to discuss all things vintage.

The Trinket Economy

Let’s explore the popularity of trinket collecting and the use of a bag as a canvas for personal expression.

‘Fabriculture’ and why Mabel’s ‘guide to fashion’ stands the test of time

The ‘hotgirlification’ of reading and the implications behind a book as the ultimate fashion accessory

The use of leather and fur in the fashion industry

The psychology of fashion

The loss of iconic fashion in film

Chemicals in cosmetics: a cause for concern?

Has the modelling industry gone backwards?

The politics of fashion