London teens style

Kirby-Lee Dingwall is a fashion student in Suffolk, England and takes photos of some of fellow students, and teens, on the streets in London for thread.co.nz...

Name: Chris Collins
Age: 19
Hometown: East London, UK

His style: A Sunday morning recovery themed style, perhaps after a late night? He is dressed casually from head to toe, yet warm for the typical British winter.

Outfit: Shoes, Kickers. Jeans, Ted Baker. Hooded sweater, Henley. Jacket, Nike Air.

Why he likes this outfit: ‘It’s a casual, comfortable outfit after a long night. I like it because it’s warm but not too hot because walking around London it can become too hot.’

Name: Emma Hesling
Age: 18
Hometown: Hampshire

Her style: Her look is casual and warm. She looks like a country girl who lives on a farm with the warm feel to her outfit. Topped off with a winter feel with her bobble hat.

Outfit: Boots, Office. Jean leggings, H&M. Top, FCUK. Gillet (body warmer), Crew. Hat, Joules.

Why she likes this outfit: ‘It’s a warm outfit which I find perfect for everyday wear, I love my bobble hat, it’s warm yet unique’.

Name: Cameron Allan
Age: 18
Hometown: Suffolk

His style: His look is warm and still has its warm aesthetics. He looks as though he is going for an interview, well presented and crisp.

Outfit: Shoes, Burton. Jeans, Gap. Jumper, vintage (charity shop). Cravat, tailor-made. Shirt, Next. Blazer, vintage (charity shop).

Why he likes this outfit: ‘It’s a personal outfit which I feel makes me varied to certain street styles. It sums me up as a person, unique and sharp’.

Name: James Courtney-Clack
Age: 19
Hometown: London

His style: Casual with small use of accessories. A lazy-day look with little effort yet he looks comfortable without looking too informal.

Outfit: Shoes, Topman. Jeans, Bershka. Jumper, Ralph Lauren. Coat, Pierre Cardin. Scarf, Beyond retro.

Why he likes this outfit: ‘It’s casual for me but it’s a sensible choice in winter. I love my skinny jeans with my lace ups from Topman, comfortable and stylish. Surprising image for a guy.’

Name: Hazel Garnade
Age: 18
Hometown: Colchester

Her style: Head and toe dressed in leopard prints, a style which is popular with everybody, but only a few can pull it off. A punk rock style top which makes her look more rebellious, the clutch lightens up the image nicely.

Outfit: Shoes, Next. Jeans, Falmer. Clutch bag, boohoo.com. Top and headband, Asos.com.

Why she likes this outfit: ‘It is a comfy yet stylish outfit. I love (she emphasises on ‘love’) leopard print as it really goes well with my hair colour and skin tone. I also love my plain back and white top with an unruly splash of colour.’

Words and photos: Kirby-Lee Dingwall, December 2009