Spring has officially sprung. This weekend we saw the first glimpse of sun, warmth and alfresco dining since 2014, and the people of Hackney rejoiced with vibesy patterns, bright colours and on-point sunglasses. The Hackney Post took a trip to Broadway Market to take note of the borough’s favourite Spring street style looks.
Paddy, 35: “The coat was my grandmother’s”
We loved writer Paddy Fretton’s eclectic mix. green tights with sandals, vintage fur, sunglasses and specs, this woman is prepared for anything Broadway Market throws at her! Paddy says: “The coat was my grandmother’s, I wear it as much as humanly possible!”
Coat: vintage hand-me-down
Dress: sister’s
Tights: Topshop
Sandals: charity shop
Sunglasses: Ray Ban
My favourite place to shop: Hackney Wick Market
Kimberly, 50: “It opens up into a scene”
Stylist Kimberly Watson is inspired by the 70s and oriental trinkets. We loved her colour co-ordination and couldn’t get enough of her tibetan necklace. “It opens up into a scene with figurines”.
Coat: Topshop
Shirt: TK Maxx
Trousers: Matalan
Shoes: TK Maxx
Necklace: Tibet
My favourite place to shop: Cos
Glenn, 28: “There’s nothing really there”
Despite having the very trendy job of “educating people about gin and whiskey”, ‘spirit enthusiast’ Glenn hates shopping in Hackney. He said: “It’s not that it’s terrible. There’s nothing really there”. Do you agree? He sources his jazzy suits from charity shops outside of the borough.
Suit: Topman
Glasses: Ray Ban
Shoes: Topman
My favourite place to shop: charity shops and vintage markets
Lisa, 28 – Pairing grey and teal
Finance exec Lisa is rocking this season’s grey hair trend, pairing it with a mixed-fabric teal overcoat. Vintage fur and sunglasses was a recurring theme on Broadway Market this week, keeping fashion-forward locals warm in the sunshine.
Coat: Cos
Dress: Monkey
Trousers: Urban Outfitters
Shoes: Converse
Glasses: Ray Ban
Fur: vintage
My favourite place to shop: anywhere on Redchurch Street
Gideon, 25: “I’m inspired by Scandinavian style”
While some were sporting bright colours and florals, some of our fashionistos and fashionistas prefered to stay monochrome. Fashion blogger Gideon’s look is stylish all-year round, with a flash of white from his trainers and a nod to Spring with a pair of aviators. “I’m inspired by Scandinavian style.” Gideon’s first rule of fashion? Always have clean white trainers.
Coat: Topman
Jeans: Levi
Shoes: Converse
Glasses: Ray Ban
My favourite place to shop: Beyond Retro
David, 32: “Very much an optimistic spring style”
Journalist David from Hoxton Radio embraced the warm weather with light layers and a floral hat. He said: “my look is very much an optimistic spring style.” We were impressed with his colour co-ordination. It wouldn’t be Hackney chic without a matching bike!
Shirt: H&M
Jeans: Levi
Shoes: Converse
Hat: vintage stand at Latitude festival.
My favourite place to shop in Hackney: anywhere on Kingsland street.
Ally, 27: “Reminds us of our roots”
Student Ally goes for subtle co-ordination with a matching top and headband, but keeps the rest of her outfit winter-ready. Her favourite accessory is her jewellery by Nick von K, a New-Zealand based designer. Ally, originally from New Zealand, said: “It’s New Zealand greenstone. Everyone wears it at home and even more so when we travel. It reminds us of our roots.”
Headband: New Zealand boutique
Coat: Hobbs
Top: Zara
Shoes: Topshop
Jewellery: Nick von K
My favourite place to shop: Hobbs
Jules, 22: Francophone in London
Ex-Parisian musician Jules pairs breton stripes with neutral tones, nailing a timeless Spring style. From the long hair to the white heels, Jules looks proud to be a francophone in London.
Jacket: vintage
Top: Brittany market stall
Jeans: Mango
Shoes: borrowed from a friend
My favourite place to shop: “I hate to shop.”
Aesha and Vlad
While restaurant manager Vlad was embracing the sunny weather and braved the elements without a jacket, Aesha looked cosy in her wintry monochrome look. Either way, they look adorable.
Aesha, 28:
Coat: Italian boutique
Scarf: H&M
Trousers: Primark
Shoes: Zara
Bag: Other Stories
Sunglasses: Hoxton market stall
My favourite place to shop: anywhere with a sale on, local markets
Vlad, 26:
Shirt, jeans, shoes: all Topman
Glasses: Belgian market stall
My favourite place to shop: Topman!
(Photos by Edith Hancock)
