Camden Fashionista spotting getting the latest Street Style vibe in the Camden Town NW1 area late September. All photos taken on a strangely sunny day on Wednesday  23 September 2015.

Emerging colour trend? Black Leather and Burgundy and Shades of Brown and Hat Camden Market NW1

The patrol route took in Camden Tube, Camden Rd up to Sainsbury’s, Parkway, Camden High St, Camden Market, Camden Lock and The Stables Market and Chalk Farm Rd. Sounds a lot but it’s quite a compact area compared to some areas covered. After 3+ hours the required quota was reached of about  a dozen. That’s quick. Started clouding over just as I packed up which was perfect!

No punky fashionistas, some grunge and a dash of vintage. Thankfully the tourist levels were visibly down and the density of fashionistas was up, a vast improvment and much better than my last visit which was more like a visit to Disney World in the peak holiday season.

Platinum Blonde Vintage Fashionista and Lace Gloves and Shades Camden Market NW1

A mixture of shots here just looking for emerging trends of the more alternative variety, any colour shifts from the slowly fading but still prominent mononochrome fever which was even still prevalent at LFW. Also a couple of shots of what seems to be common on the London streets that’s seems to be increasingly adopted by the masses.

BUT what is the AW trend this year. The Guardian gives a Top 20 trend analysis.

http://www.theguardian.com/fashion/2015/sep/01/20-autumn-fashion-trends-need-to-know

All photos as usual Canon DSLR and wide angle zoom shot from the hip hence the crazy psycherdelic angles which is rapidly becoming a trade mark of this website. Absolutely nothing posed here what so ever.

Red and black and Tan, Hat and Shades sporty Casual Fashionista Camden Stables Market NW1

Monochrome, Polka Dot and Leather and Knee Length Boots Camden Market NW1

Colours of the Rainblow with a bit of Monochrome and Shades Camden Market NW1

Black and Leopard skin Coat, Big Boots and Shades Camden Lock NW1

Casual Oriental Monochrome and Orange with splashes of red and sneakers Camden Market NW1

The ever popular Fawn Long Coat and Monochrome and Shades Camden Market NW1

Monochrome, big boots and Green Hair and Shades Camden Stables Market NW1

Red Head Black and Autumnal Shades and piercings  enjoying some rare rays on a Gold Throne? Camden Stables Market NW1

The Hat Gang. Shades of Brown V Black and Red Camden Tube NW1

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Was looking for a punky type in Camden Town for the headline shot,found her in the end in touristville Piccadilly Circus of all places.

Punky Fashionista rockin Piercings, Dog Collar, Cats Eye Bag. Monochrome with bite. Piccadilly Circus/Shaftesbury Avenue

California Print Monochrome and Hat, Gt Marlborough St W1

A very quiet day at Camden Market with the August school holidays and the bank holiday a week or so away. Reasonably busy with tourists but a bit thin on the ground when it came to Fashionistas and Punky types. Managed to get just 2  which is unusual!

The West End is also VERY VERY quiet in fashionista terms out there at present. With the school holidays in full swing and the August Bank Holiday fast approaching combined with a distinct lack of sunshine for August, I think a lot are on holiday elsewhere. Loads of women on the streets but it’s obvious they are predominantly tourists which makes it a bit of a fashionista spotting challenge. I can normally find a dozen in a few hours in the West End, that’s pretty much guaranteed. Had to go back a second day just to find half that! That’s the August effect.

Oriental Monochrome Ripped, Beanie Hat Oxford St W1

Will probably be the same next week.

Results below all Canon DSLR with Wide angle zoom “street” lens and shot from the hip with one shot taken shot backwards whilst walking and looking  forward

The Russia at War Fashionista Monochrome and Yellow Bag Piccadilly Circus W1

Monochrome,Denim, Phonebox Top and matching Shades and Gladiator Sandals Marble Arch W1

Monochrome, Ripped, Shades and Hat Oxford St W1

Oriental, Pleated Skirt, Butterfly Brooch Camden Tube NW1

Cyber Shades Camden Market NW1

Multicoloured floral leggings and white Oxford St Selfridges W1

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Brunette Hat and Shades corner Hawley Crescent NW1

 
Some classic full length photos taken from the hip (more like knee level) and a few different candid shots of Fashionistas rolling a rolly, backs of heads, tourist and band and market traders playing with their hair and others to add a bit of variety and zing to the mix. Women looking at their mobiles has been kept to a minimum but it’s surprising how common it is.

All Black and Shades Camden Stables NW1

 
All photos taken Thursday 9 July and Friday 10 July. About 1 1/4 hours on Thursday and exactly an hour on Friday.

The patrol route was Camden Tube, Camden Market, Camden Lock, Camden Stables and back plus Parkway, Camden High St and around the Sainsbury’s area of Camden Road. It really was a manic blitzing session as had limited time this week due to other engagements. Results considering the limited time are incredibly good.

All shots taken with Canon DSLR with wide angle zoom I call my Close Up lens but is being redubbed my “Street” lens to capture not only the fashionista but as much of the London street vibe as possible.

Brunette and Turquoise and Monochrome Market Stall Assistant Camden Stables NW1

Tattoos, Piercings and Shades Camden Lock, Camden Market NW1 making up a Rolly. Choose Life!

Miss Oriental Funky Shades Camden Tube NW1

All Black and DM Shoes Hawley Crescent Camden NW1

Mega Green Sack Bag, Cross and monochrome, shades and denim. Camden Market NW1

Rear View Funky Punky Barnets Camden Lock NW1

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Turquoise Hair all Black and Massive Platforms Camden Lock NW1

These photos were taken on Thursday and Friday this week with Thursday proving quietish in Camden because of the Tube Strike.

All sorts of fashion and Street Style chic going on here including some Alice in Wonderland. All photos shot from the hip with a Canon DSLR. There could be a Part 2?

Grey Tinted Hair Shades and Ripped Tights Camden Market NW1

Alice in Wonderland Characters Camden Market NW1

Straw Hat and Shades and Mini Dress Opposite Camden Tube NW1

Oriental Fashionista with Monochrome Fashion Accessory Camden High St NW1

Red and Black Dress and Black Patent Leather Boots Camden Market NW1

Miss Georgia All Red Camden Market NW1

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Shades and Tattoos Inverness Street Camden Market NW1

The Camden Street Style Special. The June 2015 edition. The plan was to hit Camden Town on Thursday and Friday, shoot over 2 days but with the weather looking unpredictable on Friday, that day was abandoned so the result is just a few shots from Thursday.

Shades and Abstract Camden High Street NW1

You’ve got to be in a creative mood when you go to Camden and you have to immerse yourself into it’s vibe otherwise you come away with shots from the outside looking in instead of “shots from the inside”.

A quick half hour walk around and not much was happening in fashionista terms as it was getting busy with tourists in their tourist uniform in abundance.. Desperately needed some inspiration.

Shades Street Art Camden Town NW1

Then out of nowhere saw this street art (above) painted on the side of a house. Literally the size of a house. . Shades my man try Shades it screamed!!!!. Shades and head shots it is with the emphasis on sunglasses, funky hairstyles and hats shot landscape style to capture a bit more of the urban environment. Of course with a dash of the regular full length shots in portrait style to add a bit of variety.

An Alice in Wonderland tourist style last shot (they are there everyday) to finish the proceedings. This collection is Part 1. Will be heading back to do a Part 2 later this month.

NB in the true spirit of street photography all photos are as is, as in unposed moments. Not a word was said on my part to any of these women.

Finished this 3 or so hours photo session by sitting down on the street with a growing crowd listening to a busker that was incredibly good at Camden Lock.

All shots Canon DSLR and wide angle prime lens.

Cut off shorts Camden Market NW1

Hatty Camden Market NW1

Punky Blonde Camden Market NW1

London Baseball Hat and Dungarees . Camden High Street NW1

The Smiths, Big Boots and Shades Monochrome. Camden Tube NW1

Big Hair Camden Market NW1

Checked and shades Camden Lock NW1

Classy shades and monochrome Camden High Street NW1

Selfie Shades and Baseball Hat Camden Tube NW1

Shades and buses. Camden Hight Street NW1

Shades and Monochrome. Camden Market NW1

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These latest photos are from a quick visit to Camden Town whilst covering the areas of Camden High St, Camden Road, near Camden tube and of course the all important Camden market. About 4 hours in total with a 1 hour lunch break in Chalcot Sq NW1 in Primrose Hill in the private gardens in the middle of the square. A very nice part of the world!

Mirror Shades and Skyscraper Ankle Boots Camden Rd NW1. Canon DSLR

Headline girl for this shoot was the mirror shades and skyscraper heel ankle boots above chilling out on a cycle stand next to a recycle bin outside Sainbury’s on the Camden Rd. The sun was catching her hair real good. Couldn’t resist. She seemed up for being snapped as well. Result!

Set myself  a tough agenda for this day. Was on the look out for something a bit different to what you get down say Knightsbridge or Kings Road in Chelsea or Oxford St/Regent St. Fashionistas that are bit more Urban, Gritty, Punky and Grungy were the words leaping into my brain.

Turquoise and Pink Hair, Boots and Tartan Mini Dress Camden Lock NW1. Canon DSLR

The look required was more a sort of middle finger to the establishment and pushing those boundaries a bit with tattoos, piercings, strange hair colouring, big boots, grunge, unconventional hair styles, funky jewellery or just wearing ordinary gear but having that alternative swagger and attitude that Camden is renowned for. No Top Shop, Zara, Gap or Next here…….. with the greatest respect to those brands. I can get those shots down the West End any day of the week.

Brown Ruffle Dress, Shades and Massive boots Camden Tube NW1. Canon DSLR

Loads of attractive women at Camden market, could have taken 200 or so pictures of tourists with mid riffs aplenty, but something different was required from this visit instead of your bog standard shades, top, jeans or leggings and sneakers ensemble. In short I was looking for fashion guts, something that the vast majority would be terrified to try, would look ridiculous or maybe wouldn’t be able to walk in without hanging on railings for support. I was looking for that fashion beyond fashion that never goes out of fashion because it’s so out on the edge.

The results of this bar raising fashionista spotting excercise that can only be done in Camden is below. Only 10 caught my eye on the day and made the grade!

Oriental Mini Dress Camden Lock/Market NW1. Canon DSLR

Mid Riff alert. First of the year! Camden Lock/Market NW1. Canon DSLR

Green Hair and Tattoos Parkway, Camden NW1. Canon DSLR. Shot from the hip/knee

Pink and Blonde Hair and Shades. Camden Market NW1. Canon DSLR

The Grunge and Big Boots and Tattoos look. Camden Lock/Market NW1. Canon DSLR

Deep in thought? Shades of Grey and Black Leather Baseball Hat. Camden Market NW1. Canon DSLR

Green Hair and Shades and Tattoos. Camden Tube NW1. Canon DSLR

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Camden Market is a good place to get photos in general with a good mix of tourists and locals all ready to embrace the bohemian atmosphere that this part of the word is renowned for. You tend to see more characters here and women seem to let rip  and take a few more risks and maybe wear a hat when normally they would not than an area say such as Oxford Street/Regent Street which tends to be a bit more homegenised in the fashion stakes.  You can get away with it here as nobody cares!

Black Hat and Cream Shawl and Shades deep in thought  Fashionista Camden Market NW1  Nokia 635 Mobile

The photo above for me grabs the headline out of this collection, she was miles away deep in thought and I managed to get this shot merely feet away with the sun shining so very brightly on her, it’s all about the hat and the mystery.

The photo below is a good close second. just stood in front of her pretending to take a picture of the street and market but I think she knew what I was doing, the sun was catching her hair so well just had to get the shot.  She never moved an inch and neither of us said a word!.

Red Head Faux Fur Fashionista Camden Market NW1  Nokia 635 Mobile

Further photos below with this shot coming a close third an interesting couple that very much fitted in with the Camden vibe.  Further 13 photos below.

All Black Short Skirt Brunette with funky jewelry and head band  Fashionista with boyfriend Camden Market NW1  Nokia 635 Mobile

Black Faux Fur and DM Cheeky Fashionista Electric Ballroom Camden Market NW1  Nokia 635 Mobile

Shades and Stone Coat and Leggings Fashionista Camden Market NW1  Nokia 635 Mobile

Blonde and White Jacket and Black Leggings  Fashionista Camden Market NW1  Nokia 635 Mobile

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Ultra Close Up Black Faux Fur Fashionista Camden Market NW1  Nokia 635 Mobile

Bubble Jacket and Shades and Grey Uggs Fashionista Camden Market NW1  Nokia 635 Mobile

Black and Grey skulls  and Shades Fashionista Camden Market NW1  Nokia 635 Mobile

Amy Winehouse lookalike? Fashionista Camden Market NW1

Two Hoops Block Heels Boots and Denim  Fashionista Camden Market NW1

Close up Blonde and Brunette Fashionista Camden Market NW1  Nokia 635 Mobile

Black and White and Red Photog Fashionista Camden Market NW1  Nokia 635 Mobile

Red Hat and Angular Shades Fashionista with boyfriend Camden Market NW1

White and Black and Black Bag Fashionista Portrait Camden Market NW1  Nokia 635 Mobile

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Big Black Hat and  Black Bag Fashionista Camden Market NW1  Nokia 635 Mobile

The shot above in my opinion grabs the headline. Unusual coming down the stairs shot, saw her 100 metres away, she clocked me straight away, plenty of eye contact, she was up for it, a good half smile, plenty of fashion going on, plenty going on full stop, good strong side lighting and all taken on my little Nokia mobile.

The shot below is a very close second, taken about 2 feet away with a big grin on my face, she was OK about it. Lovely natural shot. I’m not a huge fan of the posed cheesy grin sort of photo. The sun was incredibly bright today  but just went along with it or even shot straight into it with quite dramatic results. Amazing what a bit of sunshine does to people, it’s that spring is just around the corner feel in the air.

Blonde Black Hat and Checked Fashionista Camden Market NW1  Nokia 635 Mobile

The result of my new found street photography skills put to the test below. All shots taken with my Nokia 635 mobile which does a good job when there is plenty of light in the mix. Doubt if my DSLR would have done much better! Took loads of shots so keep your eyes peeled for a Part 2 which should be around before LFW!!

Nok Nok Grey Beanie Hat Fashionistawith my shadow  Camden Market NW1  Nokia 635 Mobile

Leather and Floral Print Fashionista in blazing direct sunlight Camden Market NW1  Nokia 635 Mobile

Black Knitted Fashionista in blazing direct sunlight  Camden Market NW1  Nokia 635 Mobile

Speed Blurred Black Leather Biker Jacket Fashionista Camden Market NW1  Nokia 635 Mobile

Blue Haired and Shades Punky Fashionista in direct sunlight Camden Market NW1  Nokia 635 Mobile

Multi Coloured Jacket, Sneakers and Denim Fashionista Camden Market NW1  Nokia 635 MObile

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