Traceyanne and Carey
I have long been a fan of the little known Scottish band, Camera Obscura. Some would say I am perhaps a little obsessed, but what do they know? The five piece band create some of the beautiful, yet sombre music I have ever heard. But you will have to look that up yourself because i’m here to talk about their equally spectacular fashion choices.
In they’re promotional images I have always seen them in head to toe vintage regalia, looking effortlessly cool and classy all at once. The guys; Gavin, Lee and Kenny, all look as suave as Sinatra himself in tailored suits, customised with trilby hats and pocket handkerchiefs. And the ladies; Carey and the enigmatic Traceyanne Campbell look absolutely beautiful in 50’s and 60’s frocks any hipster would instantly have wardrobe envy for.
Front woman Traceyanne is the standout contributor to the overall twee image the band has achieved. I have been to see them peform twice thus far, and both times she looked like she had stepped out of a black and white photo from the 1960’s. First time she had an adorable pink mini dress complete with swan brooch, t-bar shoes and her hair reminicent of the original Mary Quant “Vidal sassoon” bob. The second time around the look had become a little more grown up with a mod look, with cropped black trousers, striped long sleeved top and black loafers. Her trademark swan brooch still in place.
If you are a lover of all thing vintage and retro, I suggest you look them up. No doubt you will fall in love instantly, and I will be seeing you at their next UK tour!
Relevant Links:
Fox in a Frock 