Accordingly, what Linton has spent the past five years building is a voice analogous to that of a fashion brand: one which champions subcultural moments in fashion history which appear as relevant today as they did when they first appered on the runway. Now, determined to prove “vintage should be worn and not put on an untouchable pedestal,” Byronesque are extending their reach – and, on the 17th April, they are launching a carefully-curated edit of 200 exceptional pieces with Vestiaire Collective.
Ranging from an iconic Johnny Rotten mohair jumper authenticated by Vivienne Westwood herself, to a Comme des Garçons fashion show uniform from 1986, it is a remarkable exploration of recent fashion history. “Byronesque are as good as it gets when you think of contemporary vintage,” explains Marie Blanchet, Vestiaire Collective’s Head of Vintage of the reasons behind the collaboration. “My admiration for Gill Linton is limitless: she dictates the rules, she sets the path, she breathes what she believes in, and she is as irreverent and relevant as the fashion rebels whose work we are celebrating with her.”
Here, Linton presents some of the collection’s highlights: the sort of pieces ordinarily reserved for fashion archives, now made available to integrate into your wardrobe. Get your shopping lists at the ready: 17th April is less than a week away.
Power Dress and Power Trench by Jeremy Scott, 2000
"We have been looking for this collection for five years. We have been lucky to source quite a lot, and these two pieces are a taster of what we have. People are surprised (or in denial) that Jeremy Scott is now a vintage brand, especially as his style has evolved considerably since his early days. But they are still so current: with the current trend for logo mania, the wait list for these pieces is never ending."
"Couture" Harness by Helmut Lang, 1995
"Fashion – vintage or otherwise – is having a Lang resurgence at the moment, from those of us who were there the first time around to a younger generation who are being educated by the brand's re-editions. We have a large collection of classic Lang in this sale - this ‘couture’ harness is the least classic piece in the collection, but still very simple. The thing about Lang is it’s how you pull it off that makes it’s simplicity so special."
Leggings by Ann Demeulemeester, 1992
"Proving that not all leggings are created equal, these are as quintessential Demeulemeester as you can get. Of course her designs were much more accomplished than a pair of leggings, but the nuance of design and fabric captures her signature ‘90s goth, grunge, luxury moment perfectly. I’m going to buy these if someone doesn’t get them first. If you do, please style them as she would."
Hidden Heel Boots by Maison Martin Margiela, 2000
"Margiela's Spring 2000 oversized collection is one of the most requested ever, let alone from the Martin days. These boots are the opposite of what you’d except from an collection that exaggerated everything. The subtlety of the hidden heel makes them more than just a pair of black boots. Again, the nuances of great design."
Mohair Sweater by Seditionaries, 1977
"We shot Suzi Leenaars in this and she looks epic. It may be a particularly early piece of punk history, but Suzi shows that not everything rare belongs in a museum. As we say, buying and wearing it for a long time = punk. This piece has been authenticated by the Westwood company and comes with a Letter of Authenticity."
Tube Dress by Worlds End, late 1980s
"Another side of Westwood’s Kings Road, Worlds End evolved after Punk became too mainstream for her and McLaren. We’re not certain of the exact date of this tube dress, which isn’t a runway piece. I think that makes it more interesting and the beginnings of Viv’s posh punk direction."
Safety Pin Bag by Versace, 1994
"Vintage Versace has been given new life thanks to Donatella’s recent homage to her late brothers peacock punkness. Think of this instead of Liz Hurley."
Hidden Heel Boots by Maison Martin Margiela, 2000
"Margiela's Spring 2000 oversized collection is one of the most requested ever, let alone from the Martin days. These boots are the opposite of what you’d except from an collection that exaggerated everything. The subtlety of the hidden heel makes them more than just a pair of black boots. Again, the nuances of great design."
Mohair Sweater by Seditionaries, 1977
"We shot Suzi Leenaars in this and she looks epic. It may be a particularly early piece of punk history, but Suzi shows that not everything rare belongs in a museum. As we say, buying and wearing it for a long time = punk. This piece has been authenticated by the Westwood company and comes with a Letter of Authenticity."
Tube Dress by Worlds End, late 1980s
"Another side of Westwood’s Kings Road, Worlds End evolved after Punk became too mainstream for her and McLaren. We’re not certain of the exact date of this tube dress, which isn’t a runway piece. I think that makes it more interesting and the beginnings of Viv’s posh punk direction."
Safety Pin Bag by Versace, 1994
"Vintage Versace has been given new life thanks to Donatella’s recent homage to her late brothers peacock punkness. Think of this instead of Liz Hurley."
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