Tique Booty

About a year ago I wrote a post on Tique Booty, my friend's vintage clothing stall, located in Kingston Antiques Market. I decided to rewrite the post because the business has impressively grown since then, accumulating a wider range of more classic, diverse pieces and has earned a devoted following.

Over the past year, Tique Booty has moved twice. First, to Kingly Court on Carnaby Street, where they set up shop in a pop-up shop called 'One Month Only' - they stayed on there far more than one month due to their success. Now, Tique Booty resides on Market Row, Brixton - a far more urban area, which, some would say, is better for their target market.

Tique Booty Launch Party Sept 2012

Tique Booty are passionate about clothing and this shows in their stock; British and American fashion, all from different eras, different cultures and a huge range of styles, not just limited to clothing; but also art work and home furnishings. They are open to pretty much anything, but the only thing they don't compromise on, is quality. "Clothing must be characterised by excellence, maturity, and enduring appeal" 

The shop itself is achingly cool with it's indoor brick walls and graffiti splattered shutters, and the service is nothing but welcoming. Usually the vintage world can be a bit pretentious, but once you step inside you'll probably be roped in to having a casual beer and a chat with the owner, Richard. Tique Booty's personality is perfectly reflected in their own beautifully designed website; with professional shots of the clothing, trendy videos, and information on the extra services they provide, such as clothing rental, clothing swaps, specific searches, and haberdashery.

Tique Booty has grown incredibly in just a year, just think what could be possible this time next year. My advice may be biased, but it's true; keep an eye out. They are going to be big.