English Eccentrics 1986 Halley's Comet Stockings

English Eccentrics 1986 Halley's Comet Stockings

A collaboration between English Eccentrics and The Sock Shop. To commemorate Halley's comet which could be seen in 1986, seen every 74-79 years. Black with a celestial inspired print of colored suns, rockets and the years of which Halleys comet was seen.

A rare piece, unworn and in original packaging. The V&A holds some of English Eccentrics X the Sock Shop stockings from this period.

Named after Edith Sitwell's book of the same title, English Eccentrics established an international reputation for its distinct printed textiles since they were first sold at a stall in London's Kensington Market in 1984. 

English Eccentrics is recognized for its use of extravagantly rich combinations of color and unusual trompe l'oeil designs inspired by a myriad of subjects, including travel, ecology, architecture, costume, and nature, which are translated onto the highest quality silks. Helen credits much of her inspiration from what she calls her own "Grand Tour," which was in fact a series of short trips abroad during which she used a sketchbook and a camera to record ideas for future designs.

100% cotton 

Made in England.

Size A which correlates to a small - refer to images for full details of fit according to the packaging.

Condition, Excellent, unworn dead stock with original package. 

Reference image English Eccentrics 1986 advertising from Blitz Magazine. 

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