News — Rebel Threads

Rebel Threads reviewed in American publication Library Journal

"Striking color images of clothing as well as vintage film stills and street photography complement this intriguing read, perfect for those interested in alternative fashion and subcultures..."

Roger BurtonJune 21, 2018

REBEL THREADS AT THE MET

Spotted on the shelves of the Costume Institute Library at the Metropolitan Museum in NYC, Rebel Threads has crossed the pond.

Roger BurtonApril 5, 2018

ANOTHER REBEL THREAD: AN INTERVIEW WITH ROGER K. BURTON

In-depth interview with Roger K. Burton on Creases Like Knives; a new blog featuring notes, views, and reviews from a north London bootboy perspective.

Roger BurtonMarch 19, 2018

ROGER K BURTON INTERVIEW FOR HACKERSCURATOR.COM

'Designing for any film has the same initial excitement and pressure no matter how big or small the production. Hackers was quite unique because it was like designing for a feature length music video...'

Roger BurtonFebruary 16, 2018

CATHI UNSWORTH INTERVIEWS ROGER K BURTON FOR THE SOHEMIAN SOCIETY AT THE CENTURY CLUB ON 23 JANUARY 2018

The Sohemain Society are delighted to have been asked to host a series of special events at The Century Club, starting on Tuesday 23rd Jan with our longstanding ally and sartorial hero ROGER K BURTON of THE HORSE HOSPTIAL and CONTEMPORARY WARDROBE COLLECTION.

Roger BurtonJanuary 23, 2018

Rebel Threads featured in Foyles' in-store Christmas Highlights

Pick up a copy from either Charing Cross Road, Southbank or Waterloo Station while stocks last!

Roger BurtonDecember 14, 2017

"Rebel Threads will not only bring back great memories, but it will remind you how to stay on the cutting edge"

Rebel Threads featured in Crave's "The 5 Best New Books for Holiday Style"

Roger BurtonDecember 7, 2017

"insider’s view of the styles that adorned successive generations of tearaways, from Spivs, Teds and Mods to Skinheads and Punks."

Roger K Burton interviewed by Cathi Unsworth in Bloomsbury Journal

Roger BurtonDecember 7, 2017

"There's some beautiful pictures in this book, it's stunning"

Ann Scanlon is joined by Roger K Burton in the Boogaloo Studio as she presents A Love Letter to… The Horse Hospital.

Roger BurtonDecember 6, 2017

"You've made a fabulous connection between the American declaration of independence & criminals"

Rodger K Burton joins Eddie Piller to chat about his new book, Rebel Threads: Clothing of the Bad, Beautiful & Misunderstood.

Roger BurtonOctober 25, 2017

"Roger is the proud owner of what's considered to be the most comprehensive collection of street clothing in the world"

Roger K Burton goes through his very extensive wardrobe on The Monocle Arts Review.

William BurtonOctober 23, 2017

"A Brilliant Book with some great gear in it, it's a fascinating story & a very handsome book"

Costume designer Roger K Burton discusses fashion's subcultures with Robert Elms on BBC Radio London.

Roger BurtonOctober 21, 2017

"Your Definitive Guide to Subcultural Style" - Another Man Interview

Roger talks to Ted Stansfield at Another Man.

William BurtonOctober 17, 2017

"A visual lecture in 20th century British subculture" - Pylot Magazine Interview

Roger talks to Dino Bonacic for Pylot Magazine.

Roger BurtonOctober 16, 2017

"A striking homage to everyday counterculture expression" - Toni & Guy Interview

Roger talks to Monique Todd at Toni & Guy Magazine.

Roger BurtonOctober 14, 2017

Event: 4th Nov - An Afternoon with Roger K. Burton

2pm 4th November 2017. Join us for an intimate afternoon at The Horse Hospital with Roger K. Burton as he delves into some of the stories behind the many clothes featured in the book.

Roger BurtonOctober 12, 2017