Yes, I went to the second showing and it was a very enjoyable evening. John Simons did a Q and A afterwards, he was wearing a teriffic vintage batik jacket that he carried off in his inimitable way. Apart from a couple of snippets, there isn't much in the film that I didn't already know about John Simons career in the rag trade. But as a package I thought it was great, the music and the filming were spot on and the speakers, whilst they were the same old faces, put across their enthusiasm really well. The film also conveyed the passion that John Simons still feels for the clothes and served as a reminder of how fortunate we are to have a shop like that to go to in London.

It was once again a sellout and the bar was busy before and after the show. People's dress ranged from workwear to suit, collar and tie. Some good ivy style displayed with trad, mod and Italian variations.

There's a further showing sometime soon in Brighton and possibly Manchester. I don't know if there is a T shirt with tour dates yet.

Now of course I'm a big John n Paul fan... but I enjoyed it far more than I thought...a really splendid hour of viewing and all contributions were spot on...

I pass the current shop a lot on my way home from work..always long after it's shut but ALWAYS spend time staring into the window displays as I did with Covent Garden, which are a work of art on their own.. it's heart warming to hear other folk have always done the same..planning new outfits as they do so..how they always leave having spent far more than they intended..and how the music, the art, the vibe.. all go hand in hand..and that a trip to the shop will nearly always, even now, be the best part of your day.. I've spent practically all afternoon in there on occasion chinwagging.. over various aspects of style..music..or hearing such great tales over the years on John's experiences with characters he's been involved with the world over.. having a break for fish, chips n mushy peas at the Golden Hind, in recent years, whilst I mull a purchase over...I've even gone back the same day to pick up another colour of summat, because you've been telling yerself since you left, why didn't you get that one too...? it's a far better shade to go with what you've got.. YUP..the place remains an absolute delight for me and wish I could get there more often tbh

Think John really enjoyed the night too which was wonderful to see n all!

Love the idea of a tour around the country with it too, he he.. why the hell not..

Had some splendid little chats with the doc makers later on too..and in a nut shell, the whole thing comes over as a work of love , passion and appreciation for a fella who's inspired so many out here..


A great night with some lovely peeps..

Would heartily recommend to all!

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Thanks for your kind words Yuca. Both Bop and myself were worried that the love scene,  though true to life, was too graphic.  Baxter seemed to think that a free packet of paper hankies would make it acceptable. I, however, felt that would lower the quality of product and we reached a compromise...hence the free pair of Rubinacci cashmere socks. I'm sure you'll find a use for them by the end of today though.

Just to echo the earlier posts, I thought the film exceeded expectations and there was a good atmosphere on Saturday. Would have loved to hear more from Mr Simons on the first articles of ivy clothing he saw, purchased and fell in love with, the particular details that stood out etc but I understand how an hour long feature can not permit for the kind of detail obsessed analysis a lot of us here might crave.

Spotted a few regular posters including The Captain and Mr Woofboxer, both of whom were very well turned out.

All in all a very enjoyable evening.

If they're from the made in US days and you treat them well then I imagine they were indeed shoes for life.

How was the night btw Senor?

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I popped by the shop Sunday...it's boosted their sales alright... so I'm wit ya..and the Woofmeister... long may they be a haven of loveliness...

What was the style in Oz, was it Sharpies?

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This group is primarily to promote the Australian Premier of the documentary John Simons: A Modernist.

The film is showing during Fashion Week @ Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI), Federation Sq. Melbourne from 1 - 9 Sept. 2018

While he might not be a house-hold name in Australia, John Simons’ careful curation of London fashion in the early 1960s popularised modern (aka ‘mod’) styles of dressing, transforming the way many young people dressed in Britain and around the world. The mod look, influenced heavily by Jazz and a very particular collection of classic American clothing, captured the hearts and wallets of a new generation of consumers, eager to distance themselves from their parent’s drab post-war wardrobes.

Featuring exclusive interviews with musicians Kevin Rowland (Dexys Midnight Runners), Suggs (Madness), the eternally stylish Paul Weller (The Jam, The Style Council), broadcaster Robert Elms (of The Face era), art and Antiques Roadshow expert Ronnie Archer Morgan, advertising guru Sir John Hegarty and Sir Paul Smith as well as John Simons himself. Plus those who have loved John and his work for over 60 years.

John Simons continues to dress a host of contemporary names including actor Martin Freeman (The Office UK, Black Panther) who can often be seen sporting Simon’s enduring contemporary fashion. Written by the super stylish Jason Jules.

Australian premiere. Exclusive to ACMI.

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