{"title":"Biba Vintage","description":"A selection of late 1960s and early '70s Biba clothing, accessories, homeware and ephemera","products":[{"product_id":"1960s-biba-cotton-scarf-square-plum-brown","title":"1960s Biba Cotton Scarf Square – Plum Brown","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis stylish vintage Biba print scarf\/handkerchief dates from the late 1960s and measures 22 inches\/56 cm square. Very good vintage condition with original label. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39565357187251,"sku":"","price":100.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/Bibaplumbrowncottonscarf1.jpg?v=1618087631"},{"product_id":"1960s-biba-cotton-scarf-square-dark-brown","title":"1960s Biba Cotton Scarf Square – Dark Brown","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis stylish vintage Biba print scarf\/handkerchief dates from the late 1960s and measures 22 inches\/56 cm square. Very good vintage condition with original label.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39565398704307,"sku":"","price":100.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/Bibadarkbrowncottonscarf1.jpg?v=1618087631"},{"product_id":"1960s-biba-polka-dot-silk-square-dusky-pink","title":"1960s Biba Polka Dot Silk Square – Dusky Pink","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInvest in a piece of original Biba. Dating from the late 1960s, this stunning polka dot silk scarf looks as up-to-date as it did back in the day. Approximately 27 inches\/68.5 cm square with a hand-rolled edge, the silk square also bears an early Biba logo in one corner. Very good vintage condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39565487112371,"sku":"","price":125.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/Bibapinksilkscarf1.jpg?v=1618087631"},{"product_id":"1960s-biba-polka-dot-silk-square-peachy-beige","title":"1960s Biba Polka Dot Silk Square – Peachy Beige","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInvest in a piece of original Biba. Dating from the late 1960s, this stunning polka dot silk scarf looks as up-to-date as it did back in the day. Approximately 27 inches\/68.5 cm square with a hand-rolled edge, the silk square also bears an early Biba logo in one corner. Very good vintage condition. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39565531742387,"sku":"","price":125.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/Bibabeigesilkscarf1.jpg?v=1618087632"},{"product_id":"vintage-biba-black-glass-cologne-bottle","title":"Vintage Biba Black Glass Cologne Bottle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRare, apothecary-style black glass Biba cologne bottle dating from the launch of Biba Cosmetics in 1970. Please note this bottle is empty, but comes in very good vintage condition. Size 108 cubic centilitres. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39565666812083,"sku":"","price":145.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/Bibacolognebottle1.jpg?v=1618087633"},{"product_id":"vintage-biba-gold-dust-translucent-powder","title":"Vintage Biba Gold Dust Translucent Powder","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTransport yourself back to the stardust glimmering style of the early ‘70s with Biba’s translucent gold dust powder. Still in very good condition, with 13 grams of original contents and cardboard packaging. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis product dates from the original launch of Biba Cosmetics in 1970 and has previously been opened, so please do not use on your face.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39566032797875,"sku":"","price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/Bibadustingpowder1.jpg?v=1618087634"},{"product_id":"vintage-biba-powder-eye-shadow","title":"Vintage Biba Powder Eye Shadow Duo","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA dramatic duo of shimmering style. In original packaging, with early 1970s gold foil Biba logo, these jade and grey eyeshadows typify the dusky hued colour palette of the era. They are also in excellent vintage condition. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis product may have been opened and is decades old, so please do not attempt to use on your eyes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39585646444723,"sku":"","price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/Bibapowdershadow1.jpg?v=1618414363"},{"product_id":"vintage-biba-sunshine-contour-powder","title":"Vintage Biba Sunshine Contour Powder","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDating from the launch of Biba Cosmetics in 1970, an original oblong box of Sunshine Contour Powder. In good used condition, the curiously characterful little box could also be used for storage of jewellery or trinkets. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis product has been opened and is over fifty years old, so please do not attempt to use on your face. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39585663090867,"sku":"","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/Bibacontourpowder1.jpg?v=1618414194"},{"product_id":"duo-of-vintage-biba-lipsticks","title":"Duo of Vintage Biba Lipsticks","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA pair of curious-coloured original Biba lipsticks. The metallic kingfisher version looks barely used, if at all, however the logo on the container is faded. The grey blue stick has considerable wear and the logo has worn off the case. This product dates from the Biba Cosmetics launch in 1970 and has been opened, so please do not attempt to use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39617745584307,"sku":"","price":13.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/bibalipstickcontainers.jpg?v=1618691511"},{"product_id":"trio-of-vintage-biba-metallic-gloss-eye-shadow-and-pearl-lip-gloss","title":"Trio of Vintage Biba Metallic Gloss Eye Shadow and Pearl Lip Gloss","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese small pots of original Biba cosmetics come in deliciously vintage colours – a barely used lilac pearl lip gloss, a used metallic cornflower metallic gloss (the lid is slightly split), and a used metallic violet gloss (the label on the bottom is worn). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe three products date from the launch of the Biba Cosmetics range in 1970 and have been opened, plus they are over fifty years old, so please do not attempt to use on your eyes or mouth. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39617811349683,"sku":"","price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/Bibametallicgloss1.jpg?v=1618691512"},{"product_id":"collection-of-30-vintage-biba-powder-eye-shadows","title":"Collection of 30 Vintage Biba Powder Eye Shadows","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePerfect for anyone seeking early ‘70s colour inspiration, this array of sultry vintage Biba hues includes the following items: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e3 Large (1.5 inches diameter) eye shadows including mid green (used) and dark green (unused). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSmaller (1.25 inches diameter) powder tints from the Biba Cosmetics launch in 1970, in the following colours and condition: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eExcellent\/unused condition – rust, metallic brown, metallic leek green, bronze and dark pearl cyclamen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGood condition (either lightly used and\/or with a chipped lid) - bilberry, bronze, dark pearl midnight, dark pearl amethyst, navy, khaki, dark pearl tobacco, red brown, dusty pink, plum, bottle (green), metallic terracotta, silver and denim. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFair condition (missing logo\/damaged packaging\/well used) – metallic violet, pewter, dark turquoise, brown (empty), black, sepia, pale grey (no label), nearly black (no label). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese products have been used or opened over 50 years ago, so please do not attempt to put on your eyes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39619135471795,"sku":"","price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/06972f50-9c41-406e-83b5-b39e569e865e.jpg?v=1618691512"},{"product_id":"1960s-biba-black-wool-crepe-mini-dress","title":"1960s Biba Black Wool Crêpe Mini Dress","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis curiously cool Biba wool crêpe dress is an original late 1960s mini dress. Measuring just 27 inches long, the dress could also be worn as a top. The figure flattering style is roll-seamed, with a zipped back, front pleat and high roll neck collar, secured by a rear hook and eye fastening. The dress is unlined with its original metal zip and Biba label.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere is no size label, but this would fit a UK size 6-8\/XS. Very good vintage condition, with just one barely noticeable tiny pin-hole in the back of the collar. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39619319660723,"sku":"","price":350.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/e5381876-6eb8-45c2-b967-b9f0481192d7.jpg?v=1618691524"},{"product_id":"vintage-biba-faux-fur-and-satin-stole-wrap-black","title":"Vintage Biba Faux Fur and Satin Stole\/Wrap – Black","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eElegant and unusual Biba faux fur and satin evening cape from the late 1960s\/early 1970s. A curiously creative piece of Hulanicki design, the garment can be worn in a number of ways using the hook and eye fastenings, and can be worn either open or closed. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis item is one size, though would probably best suit a UK size 6-8\/XS. Fully lined with original Biba label. Very good vintage condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39619377856691,"sku":"","price":130.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/a26bb650-0d40-4ce9-80f0-3ba18ff53079.jpg?v=1618691524"},{"product_id":"vintage-biba-faux-fur-and-velvet-stole-wrap-brown","title":"Vintage Biba Faux Fur and Velvet Stole\/Wrap – Brown","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eElegant and unusual Biba faux fur and velvet collar from the late 1960s\/early 1970s. A curiously creative piece of Hulanicki design, the garment can be worn in a number of ways using the hook and eye fastenings, and can be worn either open or closed. Up to 15 inches long. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis item is one size, though would probably best suit a UK size 6-8\/XS. Fully lined with original Biba label. Very good vintage condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39619395485875,"sku":"","price":130.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/Bibafauxfurstolebrown1.jpg?v=1618691526"},{"product_id":"vintage-biba-boucle-wool-waistcoat-plum-1","title":"Vintage Biba Bouclé Wool Waistcoat – Plum","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCuriously contemporary, possibly Egyptian inspired, square shouldered knitted waistcoat with multi-coloured pyramid motif in red, plum, purple and midnight blue. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAn original early 1970s Big Biba design, the waistcoat could easily be reversed due to its striped inner lining. This garment has hand sewn inner seams, showing attention to detail of manufacturing as well as design. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeasures 17 inches long and would best fit a UK size 6-10 or small 12. This item is in excellent vintage condition and has its original Biba label.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39626116792499,"sku":"","price":200.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/468c71ee-3188-4b76-96be-27db5be81f78.jpg?v=1618691526"},{"product_id":"vintage-biba-boucle-wool-waistcoat-blue","title":"Vintage Biba Bouclé Wool Waistcoat – Blue","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCuriously contemporary, possibly Egyptian inspired, square shouldered knitted waistcoat with multi-coloured pyramid design in taupe, purple, mustard and midnight blue.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAn original early 1970s Big Biba design, the waistcoat could easily be reversed due to its striped inner lining. This garment has hand sewn inner seams, showing attention to detail of manufacturing as well as design. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measures 17 inches long and would best fit a UK size 6-10 or small 12.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wool\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e This item is in excellent vintage condition and has its original Biba label.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39626145464499,"sku":"","price":200.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/05c3b463-2e08-42a9-9fcd-7df210a4c00b.jpg?v=1643338235"},{"product_id":"vintage-biba-boucle-wool-waistcoat-orange","title":"Vintage Biba Bouclé Wool Waistcoat – Orange","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCuriously contemporary, possibly Egyptian inspired, square shouldered knitted waistcoat with multi-coloured pyramid design in tangerine, rust, caramel and beige. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAn original early 1970s Big Biba design, the waistcoat could easily be reversed due to its striped inner lining. This garment has hand sewn inner seams, showing attention to detail of manufacturing as well as design. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeasures 17 inches long and would best fit a UK size 6-10 or small 12. This item is in excellent vintage condition and has its original Biba label.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39626171711667,"sku":"","price":200.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/e2820a35-a6ce-4bfa-b97a-33a6f88ec66a.jpg?v=1618691528"},{"product_id":"1960s-biba-striped-wool-jumper-lilac","title":"1960s Biba Striped Wool Jumper – Lilac","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCuriously, there's a popular belief that Biba garments were poorly made. The fact that this late 1960s dusky pink, pinky taupe and plum brown knitted jumper is still around today is because of the high quality wool from which it is made. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is very much a style of its era – and could have been worn as a minuscule mini dress measuring just 21 inches long when fully stretched, as well as a sweater. The ultra long (9 inch) roll neck is also characteristic of Biba’s designs. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eUK size 6-8.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Wool.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e The item is in excellent vintage condition (with slight staining under one armpit). The original 1960s Biba label says Empire Made: according to my sources, in Hong Kong.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39626224566451,"sku":"","price":180.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/Bibastripedrollnecklilac1.jpg?v=1641955733"},{"product_id":"1960s-biba-striped-wool-jumper-plum","title":"1960s Biba Striped Wool Jumper – Plum","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCuriously, there’s a popular belief that Biba garments were poorly made. The fact that this late 1960s dusky pink, pinky taupe and plum brown knitted jumper is still around today is because of the high quality wool from which it is made. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is very much a style of its era, and may have been worn as a minuscule mini dress measuring just 21 inches long when fully stretched, or as a funky sweater. The ultra long (9 inch) roll neck is also characteristic of Biba’s designs. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe item is in excellent vintage condition (with slight staining under one armpit after hand washing) and would fit a UK size 6-8. The piece also has an original 1960s Biba label. According to our sources, this was probably manufactured in Hong Kong. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39626301210803,"sku":"","price":170.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/fb38d01a-7e97-4479-b167-a1fa08f1c8e4.jpg?v=1618691529"},{"product_id":"1960s-biba-two-tone-wool-jumper-rust-and-brown","title":"1960s Biba Two-Tone Wool Jumper – Rust and Brown","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCuriously, there’s a popular belief that Biba garments were poorly made. The fact that this late 1960s rust and black knitted jumper is still around today is because of the high quality wool from which it is made. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is very much a style of its era, and may even have been worn as a minuscule mini dress measuring just 25 inches long when fully stretched. The ultra long (11 inch) ribbed roll neck collar is also characteristic of Biba’s designs. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe item is in very good vintage condition (with a slight hole on one elbow seam that is an easy repair) and would fit a UK size 6-8. This piece has its original 1960s Biba label. According to our sources, the item was probably manufactured in Hong Kong.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39626318282931,"sku":"","price":160.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/Bibarollneckjumperbrown1.jpg?v=1618691530"},{"product_id":"1960s-biba-two-tone-wool-jumper-dress-grey-and-dusky-pink","title":"1960s Biba Two-Tone Wool Jumper Dress – Grey and Dusky Pink","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCuriously, there’s a popular belief that Biba garments were poorly made. The fact that this late 1960s grey and dusky rose knitted jumper is still around today is because of the high quality wool from which it is made. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is very much a style of its era, and may have been worn as a minuscule mini dress measuring just 24 inches long when fully stretched. The ultra long (10 inch) ribbed roll neck collar is also characteristic of Biba’s designs. This version has striped sleeves too.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe item is in excellent vintage condition and would fit a UK size 6-8. This has an original 1960s Biba label. According to my sources, the piece was probably manufactured in Hong Kong.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39626338369715,"sku":"","price":180.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/9a2a133f-ba9f-4b01-9755-69d56cf0bed4.jpg?v=1618691530"},{"product_id":"1960s-biba-square-necked-brown-knitted-top","title":"1960s Biba Square Necked Brown Knitted Top","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis curiously charming, body-hugging, square necked brown and beige jumper dates from the 1960s, according to its provenance. Made from lightweight wool, the sweater has no label, indicating this may pre-date the labelling of Biba garments. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is very much a style of its era, and may even have been worn as a minuscule mini dress measuring just 22 inches long when fully stretched. The sleeve cuffs have been shortened and open sides sewn up (see photo). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe item is in excellent vintage condition and would fit a UK size 6-8. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39626489397427,"sku":"","price":100.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/e5c107af-f539-41f9-9da5-bb91f365e99b.jpg?v=1618691531"},{"product_id":"biba-leaping-gazelle-deer-storage-tin-round","title":"Biba Leaping Gazelle Deer Storage Tin – Round","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCuriously cool vintage biscuit, cake or storage tin with stylish leaping deer design. Much sought after original piece of Biba design that was sold in the Derry \u0026amp; Toms store in the early 1970s. Measures 8 inches diameter. Good vintage condition. See options for availability and condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Good","offer_id":39626525180083,"sku":"","price":100.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fair","offer_id":39626525212851,"sku":"","price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/Bibalargetin1.jpg?v=1618691532"},{"product_id":"1970s-biba-leaping-gazelle-deer-storage-caddy-tin-cylindrical","title":"1970s Biba Leaping Gazelle Deer Storage Caddy Tin – Cylindrical","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCuriously cool vintage tea caddy, biscuit or storage tin with stylish leaping deer design. Much sought after original piece of Biba design that was sold in the Derry \u0026amp; Toms store in the early 1970s. Measures 4.5 inches inches diameter. See options for availability and condition. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Very good with original price label","offer_id":39626550247603,"sku":"","price":80.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Very good (no price label)","offer_id":39626550280371,"sku":"","price":70.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/Bibacaddytin1.jpg?v=1618691532"},{"product_id":"1960s-biba-mother-of-pearl-earrings","title":"1960s Biba Mother of Pearl Earrings","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe remnants of a bygone era: three pieces of original late 1960s Biba shell jewellery, which are documented in the newspaper cuttings shown here. Sadly, only one of the pearl leaves has its original clip. The other two pieces are without a clip, though could easily be repaired by a jeweller. Each piece measures 1.25 inches long. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39626615488691,"sku":"","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/357e2387-c706-4c3c-b110-64a9791f337e.jpg?v=1618691533"},{"product_id":"1960s-biba-brown-resin-eagle-brooch","title":"1960s Biba Brown Resin Eagle Brooch","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis curiously characterful bird brooch is a rare piece of pop fashion history. Although not marked with the official house logo, we know from the item’s provenance and notes of the former owner that this is an original 1960s Biba accessory. According to my sources, Biba's jewellery was not always custom made, but often purchased at trade fairs in Paris or Milan. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeasuring 3.5 x 3 inches, the brooch is in very good vintage condition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39626681778355,"sku":"","price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/Eaglebroochbrown1.jpg?v=1618691534"},{"product_id":"vintage-biba-mustard-suede-court-shoes-with-flower-detail-strap","title":"Vintage Biba Mustard Suede Court Shoes with Flower Detail Strap","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCuriously covetable original early 1970s Big Biba court shoes in mustard suede with filigree cut out detail and flower embellished elasticated strap. These shoes appear to be barely worn and are presented in a vintage Biba shoe box. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUK size 6 (39). Excellent vintage condition. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39626705633459,"sku":"","price":480.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/Bibashoes1.jpg?v=1618691534"},{"product_id":"1960s-biba-black-resin-eagle-brooch","title":"1960s Biba Black Resin Eagle Brooch","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis curiously characterful bird brooch is a rare piece of pop fashion history. Although not marked with the official house logo, we know from the item’s provenance and notes of the former owner that this is an original 1960s Biba accessory. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAccording to my sources, Biba's jewellery was not always custom made, but often purchased at trade fairs in Paris or Milan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasuring 3.5 x 3 inches, the brooch has been repaired at the back - the missing pin clasp having been replaced with a safety pin. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39626744463539,"sku":"","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/Eagebroochblack1.jpg?v=1618691535"},{"product_id":"1960s-biba-fleur-de-lys-brooch","title":"1960s Biba Fleur de Lys Brooch","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis curiously chic gold, burgundy and black Fleur de Lys brooch is guaranteed to make you look and feel royale. Although not marked with the official house logo, we know from the item’s provenance and notes of the former owner that this is an original 1960s Biba piece. According to our sources, Biba's jewellery was not always custom made, but often purchased at trade fairs in Paris and Milan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeasuring 3 x 2.5 inches, the unique accessory is in very good vintage condition. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39626754392243,"sku":"","price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/Fleurdelysbrooch1.jpg?v=1618691536"},{"product_id":"vintage-biba-egyptian-necklace","title":"Vintage Biba Egyptian Goddess Necklace","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAged bronze-coloured metal necklace with 3.25 inch motif featuring Egyptian goddess, Isis, and 7 inch long chain. Although not marked with the official house logo, we believe from the item’s provenance and notes of the former owner that this is an original late 1960s Biba piece, although it may have been a part of the Egyptian themed collection at Derry \u0026amp; Toms in the early 1970s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAccording to our sources, Biba's jewellery was not always custom made, and often sourced from trade fairs in Paris and Milan. There were also occasional buying trips to Tunisia, and the Casbah on the ground floor of Big Biba was stocked with pieces picked up on travels form Turkey via Beirut to Morocco. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis piece is in good vintage condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39626777198771,"sku":"","price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/013b6e9b-20bd-4083-947c-a33fa5a51459.jpg?v=1618691536"},{"product_id":"vintage-biba-egyptian-brooch","title":"Vintage Biba Egyptian Goddess Brooch","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAged bronze coloured metal brooch with 3.25 inch motif featuring Egyptian goddess, Isis. Although not marked with the official house logo, we believe from the item’s provenance and notes of the former owner that this is an original late 1960s Biba piece. However, it may be part of the Egyptian collection from Derry \u0026amp; Toms in the early 1970s. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAccording to my sources, Biba's jewellery was not always custom made, and was often purchased at trade fairs in Paris and Milan. There were also occasional buying trips to Tunisia, and the Casbah on the ground floor of Big Biba was stocked with pieces picked up on travels form Turkey via Beirut to Morocco.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003eThis item is in good vintage condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39626796826803,"sku":"","price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/f6afb2f3-6237-4541-b27a-36f67d3328a4.jpg?v=1618691536"},{"product_id":"1960s-biba-shoe-clip-green","title":"1960s Biba Shoe Clip – Green","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArt Deco style resin shoe clip. Although not marked with the official house logo, we understand from the item’s provenance and notes of the former owner that this is an original late 1960s Biba piece. Very good vintage condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39626850566323,"sku":"","price":18.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/57212c9d-37dc-472f-bb5e-0c80c94bd748.jpg?v=1618691536"},{"product_id":"1960s-biba-shoe-clip-brown","title":"1960s Biba Shoe Clip – Brown","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArt Deco style resin shoe clip. Although not marked with the official house logo, we understand from the item’s provenance and notes of the former owner that this is an original late 1960s Biba piece. Good vintage condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39626880221363,"sku":"","price":18.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/Shoeclipbrown1.jpg?v=1618691537"},{"product_id":"1970s-biba-black-locust-brooch","title":"1970s Biba Black Locust Brooch","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis curiously characterful black resin beetle brooch is a uniquely arty accessory. Although not marked with the official house logo, this design of Biba jewellery was sold in the Derry \u0026amp; Toms store in the early 1970s. According to our sources, Biba's jewellery was not always custom made, and often purchased at trade fairs in Paris and Milan, but this particular brooch was manufactured in the UK in a few special colours chosen for Biba by Barbara Hulanicki. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeasures 3 inches long. Very good vintage condition. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39626916233395,"sku":"","price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/e5c356de-73ff-433a-a3e1-46bd561b041b.jpg?v=1618691537"},{"product_id":"1960s-biba-grey-fan-brooch","title":"1960s Biba Grey Fan Brooch","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCuriously chic Art Deco style fan-shaped resin brooch. Although not marked with the official house logo, we understand from the item’s provenance and notes of the former owner that this is an original late 1960s Biba piece. Measures 1.625 inches. Very good vintage condition. According to our sources, Biba's jewellery was not always custom made, and often purchased at trade fairs in Paris and Milan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39626933043379,"sku":"","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/Fanbrooch1.jpg?v=1618691537"},{"product_id":"1960s-biba-pair-of-art-deco-style-brooches","title":"1960s Biba Pair of Art Deco Style Brooches","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese Art Deco style brooches may have been designed for wear on either side of a square collar. Each measuring 1.75 x 1.5 inches, although not marked with the house logo, we understand from the item’s provenance and notes of the former owner that these are original late 1960s Biba pieces. According to our sources, Biba jewellery was not always custom made, and was often sourced at trade fairs in Paris and Milan. This item is in very good vintage condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39626955194547,"sku":"","price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/733d84d7-9d9e-4d20-9600-1f4a55c09439.jpg?v=1618691538"},{"product_id":"vintage-biba-men-s-logo-badge","title":"Vintage Biba Men’s Logo Badge","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2 inch diameter vintage tin badge featuring the Art Deco style Biba men’s logo. From the launch of Big Biba in Derry \u0026amp; Toms on 10th September, 1973. Very good condition. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39627044782259,"sku":"","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/RareBibamen_sbadge1a.jpg?v=1618691538"},{"product_id":"vintage-biba-logo-badge","title":"Vintage Biba Logo Badge","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTin badge featuring the Art Deco style Biba logo from the launch of Big Biba at Derry \u0026amp; Toms on 10th September, 1973. Good vintage condition. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39627053990067,"sku":"","price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/OriginalBibabadge1a.jpg?v=1618691538"},{"product_id":"collection-of-five-1960s-biba-catalogues-with-envelopes","title":"Collection of Five 1960s Biba Catalogues with Envelopes","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA set of five (of six) Biba mail order catalogues dating from the late 1960s, complete with gilt-stamped logo embossed, postmarked envelopes and original order forms. Bursting with curiously cool photographs of Biba’s designs, some on fold-out pages, the brochures are highly collectable and present a snapshot of cutting edge “dolly bird” style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBarbara Hulanicki asked designer John McConnell to develop a catalogue experience, “modelled on the atmosphere of a magazine editorial,” to expand upon the success of her Biba brand. Thematic collections were designed by Hulanicki exclusively for the innovative brochures, and photographed by the likes of Helmut Newton, Hans Feuer, and Sarah Moon. McConnell is said to have created the long, slim catalogue dimensions so they could be posted through British letterboxes without getting damaged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEach brochure measures 14 x 7 inches. All supplied in original envelopes. Very good vintage condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39627148853427,"sku":"","price":1000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/56f180ff-4aba-4c01-a7ca-45b85d684e91.jpg?v=1639025000"},{"product_id":"big-biba-launch-newspaper","title":"Big Biba Launch Newspaper","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal newspaper from the Big Biba launch in September, 1973. Printed in brown and black print on yellowish faded paper. Slightly torn edges, and annotated by the previous owner with Biba store and Rainbow Room restaurant telephone numbers. Otherwise, good vintage condition. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead more about this newspaper’s content, history and provenance \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kasiacharko.wordpress.com\/2013\/06\/15\/th-biba-newspaper\/\" title=\"The Biba Newspaper blog link from ShopCurious\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39627196563635,"sku":"","price":160.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/BibaNewspaper1.jpg?v=1618691540"},{"product_id":"1993-exhibition-catalogue-biba-the-label-the-lifestyle-the-look","title":"1993 Exhibition Catalogue – Biba: The Label, The Lifestyle, The Look","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA must for anyone with an interest in fashion history and culture, this 40 page colour catalogue from the 1993 Biba exhibition at Newcastle’s Tyne \u0026amp; Wear Museum is bursting with curiously cool photographs and commentary. Includes details of the brand’s famous clientele, the development of the logo and mail order catalogue, Biba’s trademark style, the launch of Biba cosmetics, and an article by Elizabeth Wilson on ‘Biba’s Style of Femininity’. Full of memories from past customers of Biba stores, plus a list of items in the exhibition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVery good vintage condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39627274649779,"sku":"","price":120.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/Bibaexhibitionprog1.jpg?v=1618691541"},{"product_id":"vintage-biba-diary-cover","title":"Vintage Biba Diary Cover","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBiba diaries were produced between 1970 and 1973 and were also sold in Big Biba at Derry \u0026amp; Toms. 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Excellent\/unused vintage condition. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopCurious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39636080918707,"sku":"","price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/4efde00d-c0fa-4284-960c-fe37e90bb14f.jpg?v=1618691543"},{"product_id":"welcome-to-big-biba-inside-the-most-beautiful-store-in-the-world","title":"Welcome to Big Biba: Inside the Most Beautiful Store in the World","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis book is a real treat – an indulgent insight into the golden Hollywood style dreamland that was the seven storey Biba store in London’s Kensington High Street. Check out the clothes, food, furnishings and glamorous frivolity, as shown through beautiful photos, illustrations and designs. A must have book for all stylists, designers and followers of fashion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDevoted entirely to Big Biba, the book documents the transformation of the original Derry \u0026amp; Toms building into a Superstore Boutique. The definitive record of a moment in British shopping history that will probably never be repeated and certainly never forgotten, as Illustrated with 150 colour photographs, including a foreword by Barbara Hulanick. Reprinted at a reduced size, for a reduced price, Big Biba, the final flowering of Barbara Hulanicki's legendary Biba store in London, was a shop like no other, before or since. It was a fabulous fantasy palace that brought the indulgence of Hollywood to the world of retail. Big Biba lasted just two years before it fell victim to recession, but the myth of the most beautiful store in the world continues to enchant both its former habitués and those who came to it too late.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded as a corner-shop selling just one dress, Biba had grown in less than a decade to become a seven-storey department store filled with own-brand products throughout. Here the committed Biba fan could buy not only a new wardrobe, fully co-ordinated from head to toe, but also a complete range of cosmetics and soft furnishings, together with the washing powder to care for her clothes, and food for both herself and her pets, all presented in the distinctive Biba packaging. Alternatively she could just hang out, either lounging in the shop-windows (Biba didn't do window-displays), or sipping cocktails upstairs amongst the flamingos that lived in the Roof Garden, or in the Rainbow Room, where on a good night there might be a live performance by the likes of the New York Dolls, Liberace or The Manhattan Transfer. \u003cem\u003eWelcome to Big Biba\u003c\/em\u003e is dedicated entirely to this dreamland, with over 150 colour photographs of the store and the products, and graphics created for the various departments, from bathrooms to ballgowns, from cosmetics to colouring books. Styled by Steven Thomas, the designer of Big Biba itself, and with text by Alwyn W Turner, author of \u003cem\u003eThe Biba Experience\u003c\/em\u003e, this book evokes the glamour, humour and fantasy of the store - the audacious style that could turn a shop girl into a Hollywood star.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Acc Art Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39680369295539,"sku":"1851496645","price":16.15,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/1649\/0891\/products\/4100DBwhLLL.jpg?v=1619295758"},{"product_id":"from-a-to-biba-the-autobiography-of-barbara-hulanicki-v-a-fashion-perspectives","title":"From A to Biba: The Autobiography of Barbara Hulanicki (V\u0026A Fashion Perspectives)","description":"\u003cp\u003eEarly autobiography of Barbara Hulanicki, whose Biba store grew from one room to a five-story department store as it became an icon of hip ’60s and ’70s London and a hangout for artists, movie stars, and rock musicians, including David Bowie, Twiggy, and Marianne Faithfull. Biba’s black-and-gold Deco-style logo is still a familiar symbol of Swinging London’s heyday as a world capital of fashion, music, and the arts, but in the early 1970s Hulanicki and her husband, Stephen Fitz-Simon, lost control of their business and for Barbara, Biba was gone. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis lively autobiography evokes the adventurous spirit of the 1960s and describes an extraordinary life with clarity and wit. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReviews: `A new edition of this charming and wry look at the Swinging Sixties through the eyes of Hulanicki, founder of Biba, the hippest shop in London' --Harpers Bazaar, 2007 `By turns poignant, hilarious and downright surreal, it's the perfect glam holiday read' --Elle Decoration, 2007 'With the Art Deco-era elegance that she made so popular in the seventies back again, the timing of designer Barbara Hulanicki's reissued memoir From A to Biba couldn't be better' --Vogue (US), 2007\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn in Poland, raised in England and now a resident of Miami, Barbara Hulanicki OBE is a British fashion icon. 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