This is absolutely the last embarrassing image I'm posting on the blog. I'm far right, resplendent in Hi-Tecs (just about acceptable back then I think, but always the poor man's adidas), Pepe jeans (with obligatory plastic key ring), some fetching luminous pink toweling socks and I think that might be either a Snoopy or a Benetton sweatshirt.
Robert Allen (far left) on the other hand, was the undisputed label king at my school; Nikes, Farahs, adidas and thats most likely a Pierre Cardin jumper tied at the waist. I was so jealous of Robert; he had all the best gear and there was no struggle with his folks for them to buy it. Some were hand-me-downs from his ultra cool big brother, but who's caring when its Sergio Tacchini sunglasses and Lascoste tracksuits?
Robert, if you're out there, I blame you in part for my continuing brand madness. And if you still have those sneakers, I'll trade 'em for a Le Coq Sportif holdall.
12 Comments:
Hi Neil,
Robert might of had the brands, but you still had the looks!
hahaha, nice one.
Mum, is that you again? It's very sweet of you but please stop. And no more Valentines cards either... I recognise your handwriting!
I am so glad I wasn't dealing with brand consciousness at that age. I like these pictures of your youth. They add to your stories.
I'd love to see a photo timeline from youth to now illustrating your history with brands. Might be something fun to play with at some time.
And then the final shot could be you in the Black Forest with a leaf loincloth and a sharpened stick between your teeth!
Now that would be rad.
Got a response before I could finish my sandwich. Apply online for credit cards here and get approved very fast, just like me.
Neil,
it's not your mum, who posted your first comment.
Maybe if you had a bit more self belief in your youth, you might not have ending up in your current position!
Bless you and good luck in your future endeavours.
Great Work!!!
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in a strange uber/retro way, hi tec is big in the underground scene. also, i am single handedly attempting to bring Kappa back!
I always likes Hi Tec, and Pony for that matter. What undersground scene are you talking about? In the US or the UK?
What strikes me most about that picture Neil is how genuine your smile is and how happy you look, snoopy sweater or not!!
What strikes me most about that picture Neil is how genuine your smile is and how happy you look, snoopy sweater or not!!
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