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Lucky 13th – The Hornets Sale

In Hornets Sale on January 11, 2013 at 9:45 am

The number 13, in some cultures, is considered to be a lucky number. Former Chelsea footballer Michael Ballack favoured the No.13 jersey…

 

Chelsea Ballack 13

 

 

And if you get down to Kensington by the close of business on the 13th January, you’ll be able to make the most of our 30% discount sale. Lucky 13th, indeed.

 

 

www.hornetskensington.co.uk

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The London Underground at 150

In Hats on January 9, 2013 at 1:26 pm

The Royal Mail has commemorated the 150th anniversary of the London Underground with a set of rather lovely stamps, including this one…

 

1st class stamp

 

First class? I should think so: look at all the male passengers wearing hats! That’s what we like to see.

 

 

www.hornetskensington.co.uk

Hornets Vintage the Online Shop

Hornets Hire & Stock Catalogue

 

 

Happy Birthday David Bowie

In Musicians & Style on January 8, 2013 at 6:00 am

Not fashion, style.

 

Our motto could just as easily apply to David Bowie, who celebrates his 66th birthday today.

 

From the 60s…

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… through the Thin White Duke of the 70s…

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… to dignified elder statesman of rock’n’roll…

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… Mr Bowie’s look has always been a step ahead of the herd.

 

A new exhibition dedicated to his work will open soon, just along the road from us at the V&A in March. Click HERE for more details.

 

 

www.hornetskensington.co.uk

Hornets Vintage the Online Shop

Hornets Hire & Stock Catalogue

 

 

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