Mirror of Venus by Wingate Paine (1972, seventh edition) SOLD

A romp through the archive of a top beauty photographer of the late 1960s, this is a masterclass for any aspiring lensman or woman wishing to embark on retro pin-up or glamour photography of the most tasteful kind. This is a hardback copy with a tatty dust jacket and sun-fading on the top of the cloth binding. The pages are in very good condition. There are also words by Federico Fellini and Françoise Sagan.

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1985 Bruce Weber / Patricia Field collaboration t-shirt (very rare). M SOLD

Original t-shirt from the Bruce Weber / Patricia Field collaboration in 1985, after the featured image of boxer Andy Minsker appeared on the cover of the Italian cult fashion magazine Per Lui the same year. This one is 100% original and has been well worn (as can be seen in the pictures). The Andy Book can come with the shirt in a package for £250.

Monsivais mechanic's cap in salt'n'pepper chambray. M (57cm) SOLD

Made in Highland Park (Los Angeles) by Mr Damian Monsivais from a tough but lightweight salt-n’pepper chambray c.2017, the cap was then given to the Japanese embroidery artist Doodle 80 for the skull and crossbones. Clearly well worn, with a superb patina, this is very rare. Fits a M / 57cm.

1950s Motorcycle cold-weather or dust mask. M £50

Made in a dark blue felt-like textile, this looks like it has never been worn and is an original item from the 1930s. Designed to protect the face in freezing conditions, this is a real collector’s piece. Fits a size M to L. £200.

Buco Cotton Flying Helmet SMALL £50

Made in a soft cotton twill and in (what seems like) unworn condition, this is a small size and would fit a 55-56cm hat size. This was purchased from a dealer at the Rose Bowl, used on several photo-shoots for Men’s File and then stored. This would be ideal for a woman.

Lewis Leathers Corsair (Royal Enfield Collaboration) Size M. SOLD

One of the most directional brands in heritage fashion, the made-in-London company created this stylish Corsair jacket as part of a show at the Royal College of Art in 2010. The show proposed the newly redesign Enfield efi engine and Bullet frame as a stock bike with endless possibilities for customisation – from cafe racer to flat-tracker.

Belstaff NOS 1970s Nylon (waterproof) Jacket, Size M. SOLD

This is made by the original Belstaff company before the Italian take-over and was purchased as part of a job-lot of new Belstaff dead-stock in the early 1990s. The jacket has been worn for photo-shoots although seems as new.

1990s Levi’s (LVC) racing jacket (1960s replica) Size M. SOLD

Back when LVC was really editing its back catalogue in the context of history and not current fashion, it produced some remarkable and (now) very rare items, such as this 1960s replica racing jacket.

Browns Beach Cloth Cardigan with Original 1930s Patch SOLD

The fabled Browns Beach Cloth is now replicated by a few select brands in Japan, that reproduce the fabric as it was in the 1930s. Warm and light.

The Real McCoy's Buco Horsehide Overnight / Helmet Bag SOLD

Over 10 years old and used, but looks almost new.

Ralph Lauren, Double RL Motorcycle Club Cap with Original AMA Badges SOLD

Ralph Lauren’s most sophisticated replica brand always seems to get it right!

Nigel Cabourn, Harris Tweed, Naval-cut Blazer SOLD

Mr Nigel Cabourn at his best. A beautifully tailored harris tweed blazer, cut in the naval style.

Lee 101 Cut-off Trucker Jacket with Patches SOLD

This is a 1990s replica Lee 101 jacket. The sleeves have been removed and patches added over the years. Size S/M

Mirror of Venus by Wingate Paine (1972, seventh edition) SOLD

A romp through the archive of a top beauty photographer of the late 1960s.

Palm Springs Weekend (Hess and Danish, Chronicle Books, 2001, First Edition). SOLD

Mixing aesthetics with architectural and social theory, that is a great for lovers of mid-century style and students needing the critical perspective.