Soul II Soul And Two Decades Of Style
Entrepreneur Jazzie B, OBE, is now a household name, but that status
was never just due to Top Ten hits and best-selling albums. Along with creating
the world-famous sound system Soul II Soul,
Jazzie also imagined a total look he labelled, the ‘Funki Dred’. This
look continues to grow and change each season, infusing Jazzie’s every
endeavour with its vibrant ethos.
Initially, Soul II Soul style incorporated iconic British names such as
Vivienne Westwood, Christopher Nemeth and John Moore. But, with Jazzie’s
instinct, the sound system soon created its own special and unique British
identity. From the London
football terraces to pirate radio stations, from classic British labels to
fresh freestyle and dance-floors, Soul II Soul style spelled “now”. Since their
beginnings, 25 years ago, Soul II Soul have always married beats with
communication and Jazzie B’s aesthetic remains fully global. When he performs,
he is an envoy of style as well as of sound.
The Classics Collection is designed around the rhythms of the dance and
carries Soul II Soul’s original ideals.
The artwork is from the Soul II Soul archives and is raw, handmade and
depicts the iconic Funki Dred image which illustrates the ‘do it yourself’
energy of those early sound system days.
This selection of t-shirts and casual separates, update urban style
classics with contemporary shapes & modern fabrics, yet the craftsmanship
and attention to detail remains.
“A happy face, a thumpin’ bass, for a lovin’ race.”
Harvey Nichols
www.harveynichols.com
Store enquiries – 0113 204 8888
107 – 111, Briggate
Victoria Quarter
www.harveynichols.com
Store enquiries – 0113 204 8888
107 – 111, Briggate
Victoria Quarter