Dodo Posters: Vintage Advertising Posters

Indulge your love of all things advertising by browsing through the many posters, tins and packaging that Liz Farrow has on offer. Liz has been dealing in vintage advertising posters since 1960. Her stock includes mainly British, French, Italian and Spanish posters from the 1920s to 1930s on food, drink, travel, sport, entertainment, smoking products, crate and cracker bolt labels, tins and some packaging. Here's a look inside her shop at Alfies...

Liz also sells her posters online: www.dodoposters.com 

New Dealer: Lauren-Nicole Boutique

On the second floor of Alfies, you will find a wonderful little stand full of unique vintage fashion clothing and accessories, which Audrey Horca has specially sourced for her shop Lauren-Nicole Boutique.

Please tell us about yourself / business

My name is Audrey Horca, I am a Business of Fashion graduate of The London College of Fashion and a Makeup Artist of 7 years to date. I started my entrepreneurial career in April 2011 opening and launching Kulaydoscope Creative as a freelance makeup service at Moondoll’s fashion fundraising event ‘Hope for Japan’ at Kensington Roof Gardens London.

I then went on to managing and hosting Kulaydoscope Creative’s very own and first independent event ‘Proudly Pinoy Araw ng Kalayaan 113th Independence Day Philippines’ at Anaya Mayfair London, which was a showcase of Filipino talents in the music & fashion industries through live music performances and a fashion show.

In August 2011 during a trip to the Philippines, my brother in-law, James Laurel opened a fashion boutique, HMRM7274 (Homeroom) with fellow friends Richard Herrera & Brent Javier that work in the fashion industry, in Makati Manila Philippines. The boutique specialised in bringing niche and exclusive brands to the Philippines. James felt that there was something lacking and wanted to have unique British brands instore which is when my vintage brand Lauren-Nicole London was born.

In May 2012 Lauren-Nicole London opened its first London-based retail outlet alongside Moondoll Boutique at the Hampstead Emporium, London. Unfortunately, the business was short-lived due to personal unforeseen commitments.

A year on Lauren-Nicole Boutique has opened its first independent retail outlet at Alfies Antique Market.

Lauren-Nicole Boutique specialises in carefully selecting Vintage fashion & accessories mostly from the 1960’s to 1980’s that can be easily incorporated in today’s modern fashion trends to create a unique and individual look. We also offer vintage-inspired hairstyling & makeup services on both instore and private services.

Lauren-Nicole Boutique believes in vintage being in a modern world, meaning being inspired by moments and physical things influencing the present. Lauren-Nicole Boutique is not just a brand it is a lifestyle. We also promote and support historic and history in the making events and exhibitions. We hope to go into selling antiques for the home in the near future.

What attracted you to vintage fashion?

I guess I was ‘attracted’ to vintage clothes / fashion upon playing dress-up with my Grandma’s and Mother's clothes and accessories. I later borrow clothes from my mother and still do. Lauren-Nicole is named after my two daughters Raichelle Lauren & Jaimelise Nicole who now also have taken to playing dress-up and borrowing my Mother's and my clothes.

I believe with fashion, what goes around comes back around.

Lauren-Nicole Boutique
Second Floor, stand S013

Email: info@laurenicoleldn.co.uk
Website: www.laurenicoleboutique.co.uk

Meet our dealers!

We've been busy updating the Alfies website recently.  Every shop at Alfies has their own page on the main website.  Here you can find a list of products and information about their particular interests and specialisms.  You can now also see a photo of each dealer too!

Here are just a few, see more on our website:

Chris Janes of Janes Antiques - 18th & 19th century porcelain and silver

Emilia Porto of Thirteen Interiors & Thirteen Upholstery Workshop - 20th Century Interiors

June Victor - Vintage Fashion & Textiles

Liz Farrow of Dodo Posters - Vintage Advertising Posters

Paula Kluth of Travers Antiques - 19th & 20th century interiors

Robert McKoy of Peran Dachinger's Fine Art - Fine paintings and prints

Steven Lazarus - Industrial furniture and lighting

Come and visit Alfies, we are open from Tuesday to Saturday from 10am-6pm.

A Treasure Trove of Surprises

Alfies boasts a wide array of specialist vintage and antique shops selling everything from English ceramics, mid-century design and 19th century furniture, to Art Deco glassware, 18th century watercolours, and vintage African textiles. With an ever-changing stock of unusual antiques and vintage collectables, there's always something new to explore. We've selected a few of our favourite new items...

A pair of early 20th century trunk (top one is English, bottom one is French) in light tan with polished brass locks and studs, wooden strapping, leather corners and handles. From Tin Tin Collectables Luggage.

Art Deco Goldschneider wall mask from Mirror Master. 

A selection of original Lea Stein brooches from Paola & Iaia - The Originals. 

A late 19th century steamer trunk with polished cast metal frame, brass lock with key, wooden strapping and leather knuckles by C.A. Taylor of Chicago & New York. The date is seen on the side casting and reads October 23rd 1893. From Tin Tin Collectables Luggage.

A selection of jewellery from Jean Cocteau. From Angry-Agent. 

A selection of Clarice Cliff ceramics from Beth. 

Modernist rug with geometric red and cream pattern from Mirror Master. 

A Minton breakfast cup and saucer (1875), botanical specimen plates by Spode (c1800) from Janes Antiques.

www.alfiesantiques.com

Father's Day Gift Ideas

Father's Day is almost here! It can be a daunting task searching for the perfect gift but at Alfies you will always find something suitable for your Dad.
Here are a few ideas....

1930s French Mirrored Drinks Tray from Mirror Master

  

1950s/60s Omega watch from Moe Heidarieh

1920s Silver and enamel fox cufflinks from Kieron Rielly

1920s Cigarette case from Janes Antiques

1930s French Deco chrome lighter with clock from Tony Durante

Bulldog corkscrew c1930 from Beth

Bronze racing car plaque by Huguenin, 1922. From Angry-Agent

Vintage Fashion Finds

Elegant Biba Trousers, glamorous Paquin evening dresses and ultra-cool Ossie Clarke suits, are just a few of the fabulous vintage designer labels available at Tin Tin Collectables. Specialising in vintage costume and accessories from the 1900s to the 1970s, this shop is undoubtedly one of London's best places for vintage fashion. Expect to find fabulous Thirties and Seventies designer labels, ostrich plumes, silk lame robes and beaded flapper dresses.

Fashion designers, film and television costume designers, museums, and individual collectors are all frequent shoppers at this Aladdin's cave. Tin Tin Collectables is run by Leslie Verrinder, who has a wealth of fashion knowledge and a passion for past designs. He has also curated costume and design exhibitions for major British and American museums. All his clothing is hand selected to guarantee perfect condition and style. Here's a sneak peek of the new collection at Tin Tin Collectables.

A glamorous 1970s sequin jacket by Biba. 

A fabulous 1970s suit by Biba. The top is made of polyster crepe with printed polka dot design, ballon sleeves, over sized collar, and shired high waits. The trousers are made of fine wool crepe.

A 1970s dress by Lee Bender at Bus Stop. Printed rayon with ruffles and sleeves and bust, with open back detail. 

Timelessly elegant, this cream 1930s silk satin evening gown with beautiful bead work to neckline and bias cut to hem.

Early 1970s dress by Sharon's Shoppe in Kensignton Market. Polyester chiffon, with hand painted velvet trim. 

A sophisticated 1930s black devore silk evening gown by Paquin. 

A wonderful 1970s suit by Ossie Clark. Fine wool crepe with yellow trim to all edges. 

For more information visit: http://www.tintincollectables.net/ or http://www.alfiesantiques.com

Vintage Industrial Furniture at Alfies

If you love vintage industrial furniture, then a visit to Steven Lazarus shop on the first floor will make your heart beat faster. Steven specialises in 20th century lighting and furniture with a strong focus on industrial pieces from the 1920s and 1930s. Find true collector's pieces in his little treasure trove such as Singer factory stools, large theater lights, Jielde lamps, comfy leather chairs and other rare decorative pieces. Last week, he expanded his collection with some fabulous new pieces...

Set of 8 cartridge cases in silver and brass plus 6 large glove hands. Originally moulds for making gloves. 

An industrial table on wheels from Pottery Factory with wooden top. In style of Piet Hein Eek.

1950s coffee table with wood surround and black ebonised legs and a starburst top

A French restaurant sign with blackboard

Rare copper search light on stand

Selection of Jielde Lamps

Find Steven Lazarus on the first floor in unit F017 or visit his website for more stock.

www.alfiesantiques.com