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A guide to British fashion on Newbury Street
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oston is often referred to as the smaller version of London, and it is for good reason; many British fashion brands find themselves opening new stores on Newbury Street, Boston’s own High Street. Men’s British fashions have been known to represent the epitome of taste. The influential trends are seen on a global scale throughout history. Paris is the epicenter of women’s couture, while London, particularly Savile Row, is the center of men’s tailoring. The British invasion, which is anew emerging, is a contributing factor to the popularity in British menswear. The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and The Who were some of the bands that brought the youth quake movement to America. These bands threw the rules of fashion out the window and experimented with vintage looks, the use of patterns, and boutique shopping, which inspired uniqueness and original-
ity. The Mods, Teddy Boys, and Peacocks were some of the styles popularized by this movement. The return to the stage of some of the old-time influential bands has encouraged some of these styles to make a comeback. British music is still very much on trend with male bands like Mumford and Sons, Muse, and Coldplay, who are topping the billboard charts while presenting a unique fashion image. To get the British look into your wardrobe, check out the top British stores on Newbury Street.