ROCK and ROLL
And it's influence on fashion
I visited the Annenberg Space for Photography to see the wonderful and sometimes disturbing images of rock stars over the decades. The thing that came away with, aside from loving the creativity of the photographers and the musicians, was that we are all so strongly influenced by those in the limelight on stage moving us not only with their music but their style.
Every generation has it own style that sets it apart from those before. Breaking rules and making a statement about their morality and views of society. This is great the 50s ushering in Elvis with his sexuality breaking ground for the 60s the Beatles and Stones and the British invasion the 70s following on the heels of Woodstock moved us to Disco and into the 80s Punk movement Rap Hip Hop and the 90s Grunge. All creating an environment allowing youth to speak their own language in music and the clothes they wear. From sweet to ripped and torn, innocent to pierced and tattooed. All an evolution.
The musicians from the 60s and 70s created a world that is still being followed and imitated today, both in fashion and in retro dreaming of a time and place that was better. And believe me it was!
The Boho Hippie Bohemian trend that is being embraced and rehashed is a nod to those that created it. But in fact they were REAL, they didn't go to Free People or Urban Outfitters or the like (not that those stores aren't ok). The style icons of that time were legitimate....found pieces of clothing reflecting almost a tribal bohemian look. Enhancing their own stage presence. The opportunity to stand out with one's own style. Several musicians could stand on the stage with similar pieces yet they all looked so different because they adapted every piece as an individual.
Jackets and vests from other countries..India, Afghanistan, Pakistan, hand embroidered with fur embellishments. Silk scarves from the 20s and 30s. Old military jackets and band jackets, valet clothing, top hats, belts, medallions and pendants all found objects from flea markets, junk stores, beads, velvet and amazing boots....from that era 1970's platforms, snakeskin, leather, suede. Moccasins with fringe, more than likely Minnetonka still made today.
Fringe piano scarves from the 20s, long billowy sleeves, ruffles and brocades borrowed from the Victorian and Dickens era, Native American buckskins made into fringed shirts, skirts and beads everywhere in the clothing, hair and accenting the clothes. All put together with casual grace and ease creating an amazing image. Way before stylists came onto the scene each individual created their own "image" and persona. So much more interesting and creative.
I have collected a few photos of some amazing performers from the 60s and 70s to show the personal outfits they pieced together creating an all together perfectly individual look.
Jimi Hendrix and the Jimi Hendrix Experience, Janis Joplin, Fleetwood Mac all amazing stylish individuals just to name a few.
I would also like to add that we have tried to give credit to each photographer who originally took these wonderful photos. Our intent is to show the history of rock & fashion and not infringe on any copyrights. If you would like any photos removed please contact us and we will comly immediately.
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Band jacket, fur vest, leather
Photo from Rolling Stone Magazine photographer unknown |
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Ethnic medallions and mixed patterns
Photographer unknown |
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Lace, Indian prints, jewelry
Photographer unknown |
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Ethnic patterns, tunics, necklaces
Photo Rolling Stone Magazine photographer unknown |
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Fringe, suede, beads, scarf
Photo by Henry Diltz |
Artwork by Richard Nichols on Google Images
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Band jacket, striped pants
Google Images photographer unknown |
Photograph by Baron Wolfman
Google Images photographer unknown
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Cape made from vintage sequin skirt. Worn in many photos
Photo by Baron Wolfman |
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Photo cover of Pearl album. Sadly she passed a few days after this photo was taken
Photo by Barry Feinstein Google.com |
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Feathers, signature beads, velvets, tie dye, ethnic embellishments
Photo by Francesco Scavullo |
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Signature round glasses, crochet vest, beads and attitude!
Photo by David Gahr |
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Lovely
Photo by Bob Seidemann 1967 |
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Skirts and tops made from upcycled vintage dresses and skirts
Photographer unknown Google free images |
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Platform boots, shawls, jeans into boots
Photographer unknown Google free images |
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Draped dress, feather boa, wrapped head scarf
Google Images photographer unknown |
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Hats, vests
Rolling Stone Magazine photographer unknown |
I love vintage. I hope you love vintage. Make each piece your own. Mix it up with what's in style today.
You're not a museum, wear some rad boots or shoes with your older pieces to give it your own signature look!
Viva La Vintage!!
