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We're very excited to announce the arrival of Ben Sherman at Atom Retro!

We've been stocking Ben Sherman Shoes since Spring 2009, and now the mens wear has landed! (Don't worry girls - we've also got some fab Ben Sherman Dresses, Skirts, Jeans and Tops on their way for you too!)

For fans of the Sixties and Mods, Ben Sherman will already be something your familiar with. Ben Sherman is one of the world most famous and well established Mod clothing brands. Founded in Brighton in 1963, by Arthur Bernard Sugarman, Ben Sherman began life as a shirt brand. Realising young people were eagerly buying the Oxford-cloth U.S. button-down shirt brands such as Brooks Brothers, Arrow and Hathaway, which at the time, these were only avalable from official importers.

Sugarman decided to produce a version of these shirts under the new 'Ben Sherman' label. The mods responded immediately, especially as Sugarman was using higher-quality materials and stitching-detail than the imported shirts. By 1965, the company had opened a small office on the upper floors of a shabby office-block in a London back-street, at 9 Carnaby St., which acted as the showroom for their collections. Today the Ben Sherman flag ship store can be found at 50 Carnaby Street, London.

By 1970, the high-fashion demand had passed, and the shirt was adopted by the skinhead subculture in the early 1970s, and later again by the mod revivalists of around 1979.

Today Ben Sherman are one of the most popular British Brands, and are as popular as ever with Mods all over the world. Ben Sherman is still famous for their shirts, with the Ben Sherman House Check Shirts and Gingham Shirts as popular now as in the Sixties. Ben Sherman have grown to feature almost every aspect of fashion, including jackets, Polos, Jeans and look out for something exciting and new coming out this Autumn!

View Ben Sherman Mens Clothing

View Ben Sherman Womens Clothing (More coming soon!)

 

Gifts For Him: 2 New Retro Leather Jackets from Madcap England

We've been so busy packing peoples Christmas orders we've hardly had any time to think about blogging our new Christmas Gift ideas! But heres a couple of great new jackets - just arrived in the last couple of weeks - from Madcap England. Firstly a fantastic Retro Seventies style indie Racer Jacket - a true Retro Indie classic and a must have for any Oasis, Richard Ashcroft or Libertines style followers. The second is a Sixties style leather Jacket based on an original design by Carnaby Street founder and master designer, John Stephen. A great gift idea for any Sixties Mod. And at £134.99 for the 'Rebel Racer' and £149.99 for the 'West 1 Gibson Leather' Jacket, these are top quality leather jackets that aren't going to break the bank!

'Rebel Racer' Retro Seventies Indie Leather Racer Jacket
'West 1 Gibson Leather Jacket' Retro Sixties Mod Leather Jacket

 

Gifts for Him: Baracuta Wool Cashmere G9 Jacket

We thought we would get the ball rolling on our Christmas Gift ideas with these fab new Vintage Fit G9 Harringtons from Baracuta. New for Winter 2008, these excellent jackets are the ideal Harrington for colder weather. Wool and Cashmere mix make them a warm and luxurious winter jacket, with the emphasis on style! Available in Dark Brown or Charcoal, this would make a great present for any Baracuta, Mod or Indie fan and the best bit - they are currently on offer for just £120.00 (thats the price of a regular Baracuta!) reduced from £142.99!

Baracuta Wool Cashmere G9 Jacket in Charcoal
Baracuta Wool Cashmere G9 Jacket in Dark Brown

 

Well, here we are, the first day of September and already we're getting ready for the colder weather! (When was Summer you might ask if you're in the UK!)

A good quality Winter Coat is always a good investment that will see you through not only this Winter but also years to come - and we have just the perfect coats for you Retro, Sixties and Mod lovers!

We have been stocking Gibson London for a while now, and for this Autumn and Winter Seasons, they've pulled out all the stops. Gibson London are heavily influenced by all things Mod, Carnaby Street and Sixties - but they're right here in the now! Thier label tagline is 'A Way Of Life' and if you need further convincing you only need to check out their 'Mission Statement' for thier Mod Sixties credentials...

'The Year, 1964. The Streets of London were alive to a new beat, Carnaby Street to Saville Row, a sharp, flamboyant style was emerging with explosive effects. An era defined by individual expression and a vibrant music scene - a new 'Britishness' inspiring cultural change and a new Way Of Life'

Not bad, eh?

( on to the Fab New Gear! )

PS. More fantastic Gibson London will be coming later in the year, so stay tuned!

We have got a treat for all you Baracuta fans and collectors this week! Brand New fanastic Baracuta Slimfit G9 Jacket - and its already on the Deal Of The Week offer!

Don't miss your change to get this great jacket for only £75.00! Normal price is £109.00, saving you a fantastic 34 quid! Is this an opportunity you can pass up? I think not.

Get over to Atom now and bag yours: Get Me a Brand New Baracuta Now!

Presenting the New Lennon for 2008...



Long term Atom Retro followers will already be familar with the iconic 'Lennon' Jacket, so named after the Army Shirts made popular by the man himself in the Seventies, and based on the classic 'Power To The People' Army Shirt design.

This new design Lennon is a little departure from the Military ethos, but is every bit the Vintage Sixties and Seventies style John Lennon (and others!) were known for. For the first time available in a very Vintage look Brown Corduroy, its a classic Sixties/Seventies looking jacket with a distinctive indie edge.

The must-have Retro Jacket for this season! Get yours today - NEW LENNON JACKET