Auction alert: Passion for Fashion, June 2022

This is the second time in recent months that we’re highlighting one of Kerry Taylor Auctions’ Passion for Fashion auction sales. The items that they’ll be selling are of such interest and quality, it deserves another visit.

There are lots that once belonged to Queen Victoria, the late Victoria, Lady de Rothschild; the late Countess Maya von Schönburg-Glauchau and Trinidadian actress, Nina Baden-Semper. Haute couture designers represented include Gucci, Balenciaga, Schiaparelli and Hermès. There isn’t just jewellery and clothing either – there’s a dog bed, shoe trunk, bundles of vintage fashion magazines and original illustrations of Diana, Princess of Wales outfits.

Lot: 1 to 230: Tue, 21st Jun 2022, 10am
Lot: 231 to 440: Tue, 21st Jun 2022, 2pm

There are 442 lots coming up in this sale. As usual, there’s a buyer’s premium of 25% (ex. VAT). If you bid live via the Invaluable website, the buyer’s premium is as follows:

up to £49,999: 28%
£50,000+: 23%

Lot 48: A Schiaparelli parure of faceted green glass stones, late 1950s-early 1960s
Signed, comprising necklace with droplets, approx 12-15.5in, 31-39cm long; cuff bracelet, 18cm, 7in long; and pair of clip-on earrings, 3cm, 1.2in diameter (4)
Estimate: £300 – £500

Lot 100: A pair of Gucci gold leather trainers with rainbow foam platform soles, Resort 2017 collection
Stamped, size 38.5, signature Gucci striped ribbon to uppers, 11.5cm, 4.5in platform soles, 25cm, 10in long; with a Gucci box (3)
Estimate: £200 – £300

Lot 108: A Balenciaga violet ponyskin and leather City bag, circa 2006
Stamped, with zip pocket to exterior and another to interior, 46cm, 18in long
Estimate: £200 – £300

Lot 115: A Louis Vuitton shoe trunk
Signed with blank number label, of monogrammed canvas and leather, the brushed-cotton lined interior with twelve compartments
Estimate: £800 – £1,00

Lot 131: An Hermès suede and leather belt-bag, 2000
Stamped and signed, blindstamp D, waist approx 63x83cm, 24.5×32.5in; together with a Marc Zanardelli leather triangular ‘Musi’ backpack with three pockets to interior, modern, stamped, approx 53cm, 21in (2)
The collection of the late Victoria, Lady de Rothschild
Estimate: £200 – £300

Lot 132: An Hermès canvas cushioned dog bed, modern
Labelled, in signature shades of orange and brown, handle to each side, interior cushion with a removable cover, approx 32in long; together with two Hermès canvas storage cubes (4)
The collection of the late Victoria, Lady de Rothschild
Estimate: £300 – £500

Lot 173: A Tom Ford patchwork denim skirt, Autumn-Winter 2015
Labelled, size 40, full-length, with jewel-toned velvet and satin insertions, waist 76cm, 30in; together with a patchwork Mongolian-sheepskin gilet, modern, unlabelled; Emporio Armani Ikat-grosgrain trousers, labelled, waist 71cm, 28in; Emporio Armani black velvet jacket/shirt, c. 2015, labelled, size 40, bust approx 86cm, 34in; and a Philip Treacy brown plush-felt hat with pheasant feather band, modern, labelled, circumference approx 53cm, 21in (5)
The collection of the late Victoria, Lady de Rothschild
Estimate: £250 – £400

Lot 191: A Thierry Mugler ‘rainbow’ wool-blend dress, ‘Été Hawaii’ collection, Spring-Summer 1990
Labelled, size 36, with curving neck and hemline and sheer mesh insertion, bust approx 81cm, 32in, waist 66cm, 26in
The collection of the late Countess Maya von Schönburg-Glauchau. Sale proceeds will be donated to Team Domenica, a charity for young adults with learning disabilities.
Estimate: £1,500 – £2,500

Lot 197: A changeant green/purple silk-chiffon evening gown, 1990s
Unlabelled, the empire-line bodice pleated and gathered vertically, lightly boned and lined in satin, matching stole/sash, bust 86cm, 34in; together with a second example in printed silk, 2000s, unlabelled, customised with Lawrence Vrba flower brooch to hip, signed, busts approx 86cm, 34in (3)
The collection of the late Countess Maya von Schönburg-Glauchau. Sale proceeds will be donated to Team Domenica, a charity for young adults with learning disabilities.
Estimate: £300 – £500

Lot 214: Queen Victoria’s stockings and shoes, late 19th century
The stockings of black silk with ecru toes and tops, one stocking woven with VR 21 below imperial crowns, the other stocking woven with VR 10 below imperial crowns, embroidered black silk clocks; the black grosgrain silk shoes by Gundry & Sons, with original trade label to the insole ‘Gundry & Sons, Makers to the Queen, the Princess of Wales and Royal Family, 174 New Bond St, London’, flats with low heels, rounded toes, adorned with jet-beaded bows, 24.5cm, 9 3/4in (4)
Queen Victoria’s shoes were made by Richard Gundry from 1824 onwards. Gundry remained the Queen’s supplier and held the royal warrant as Boot and Shoemakers to the Queen until as late as 1898, although Gundry (‘Messrs. Gundry’) were only based at their premises of 1 Soho Square from 1831-1883.
Gundry probably made the shoes which the Queen wore at her coronation in 1838; the paper labels stuck inside the soles of Gundry shoes proudly read – beneath an engraving of the royal coat of arms: ‘Gundry & Son, Boot & Shoe Makers TO THE QUEEN, the Queen Dowager [Queen Adelaide], Their Royal Highnesses The Duchess of Kent & Princess Sophia, Soho Square, London’.
These black silk shoes are typical of those worn by the monarch towards the end of her life and bear the New Bond St address.
Estimate: £600 – £900

Lot 304: A Pierre Cardin choker necklace, 1969
signed to the inside collar ‘Pierre Cardin, Made in France’, the choker with platelet chain and circular medallion enclosing layered rectangles, 34cm, 13in long
British Vogue photographed a necklace with similar choker collar, September, 1969.
Estimate: £800 – £1,200

Lot 334: A Westwood/McLaren ‘Destroy’ T-shirt, circa 1976
Black Seditionaries label to left shoulder, of white cotton with screen-printed swastika roundel with inverted crucifix and a verse from the Sex Pistols’ ‘Anarchy in the U.K.’: ‘I am an Antichrist, I am an Anarchist, I don’t know what I want, But I know how to get it, I wanna destroy the passer by, I wanna be anarchy’; ‘Destroy’ in pink and black to the top, the fabric intentionally slashed from armhole to hem down both sides and with added holes front and back, chest 81cm, 32in; together with a model agency photograph of Martin Crowley (2)
Martin Crowley, drummer, guitarist and vocalist, born 1965 and died aged 49 in 2014. The proceeds of this lot will be donated to the charity Rock and Roll Rescue. Crowley performed in various groups including The Bevis Frond formed in Walthamstow (1986), The President’s Men, Underworlde (1991) with Dave Austin and Paul Barton, Raw Satellite (1994) with Dave Austin and Graham Childs. He also worked for a time during the 1980s as a roadie for the Clash.
Estimate: £600 – £900

Is it better to hire a professional for my roof replacement?

It’s time to face it: Patching with spare roofing tiles and putting buckets under various drips in your house are short term solutions that can’t replace an actual repair or roof replacement. When it comes to ensuring the long-term integrity of your roof, entrusting the job to professionals like St Paul Roofing is the wisest choice.

Choosing which is best for you can be a tricky process. You then have to decide if you’re going to do the job on your own or hire a professional roofer. Sometimes, the repairs can be easy. A few patches here or there to tide you over until you can afford a full replacement of your roof might be all you need. It may reach the point where these patches will no longer suffice.

If your roof is past the repair stage, it can feel like an enormous job that you don’t know how to start. Professional Roof Replacement may be your best option. While it can be tempting to attempt to save money and do this job yourself, there’s a lot that goes into starting a construction project on your home. In the first instance, we’ll take a look at determining exactly what your roof might need and then, when you should do it yourself or hire a professional.

Repair or replace

Sometimes roofs can simply be repaired – be it a small section of roof of missing tiles or slates. Sometimes tiles get blown off in a storm. At times, the trouble may be caused by a fallen limb or other debris. In the case of missing tiles, this can be an easy job. Damaged tiles can be removed and new ones can be slipped into place.

Other times, the repair may involve replacing parts of the roof’s basic structures, things that lay under the tiles such as roof decking and supporting beams. In this case, the repair is more like a partial re-roofing. The roof in the area of damage is stripped down to repair damaged parts, then built back up. A partial re-roofing can be noticeable, even when being exact. No matter the quality of the job, humps, bumps and dips in the roof after repair can be noticeable.

In addition, a partial re-roofing can cost more than a full re-roofing, given the extra labour involved. For large areas of damage, even on just one side of the roof, a full re-roofing may be more cost effective. There are several options you can go for when doing a full re-roofing. This includes putting the new roofing over the old roofing if there is only a single layer already present. The roof can also be stripped down to bare wood to replace or add water-proofing, insulation new felt, etc.

Another time to replace? When it’s been a while since the last time your roof has been replaced. Tiles and slates do have something much like an expiry date, a length of time for which they’re good. If it’s getting close to that end of life date, or if you don’t know when your roof was last replaced, a full re-roofing is a good idea.

One more thing can prompt a full roof replacement. If you notice holes, rotting wood or excessive mould a roof replacement may be needed. In order to do the necessary repairs and replacements, the roof will have to come off anyway. This would be a good chance to ensure you won’t have roof problems for a while.

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DIY or professional

Let’s be frank. Re-roofing or even doing roofing repairs is a big job, and one that does come with various risks. Aside from the potential to fall and injure yourself, there are other risks. An improperly done job will jeopardise the integrity of the roof and your home. If you make mistakes, the cost of time, materials and frustration will add up.

If you’re not a person who’s experienced in home repair, it’s better to call a professional roofer to assist you.

For a general guide on what a roof replacement may run, check here: https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/mortgages/roof-replacement-cost

While mistakes can still happen, even if you contact a professional, the chances are lower. They can advise you on what you need to do to have your property ready for them to come in and work, then they will take care of everything else. Most will assist you in finding out costs you will have to pay and many offer free consultations.

A professional is sure to be able to do the job quickly, while it could take much longer for you and a couple of friends to get it done. There’s a lot to keep in mind, including your climate, where you are in the country, and the type of weather that is typical year round for your area. They’ll know what materials are needed for the job, and will walk you through making the right choices. This will keep you from purchasing materials you don’t need, or forgetting something important.

Finding a contractor can be easy as well. The internet serves as an excellent resource to get started. Talk to friends who own their homes as well – they may have recommendations for you, or warnings against contractors who they feel aren’t right for the job. There are also services on the internet that can connect you to contractors in your area.

Finding a hole in your roof or missing tiles certainly is nerve-racking. The questions can start overwhelming you, but it doesn’t have to be so. Looking for the right professional for your roof replacement is easy. They’ll put your mind at ease and handle the nitty-gritty details of patching up your roof. That way, you can focus on other things and have a whole, newly replaced roof that will serve you well in the decades to come.

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Get their look: Glass box extension

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I love this glass box extension – it’s one of the best of its kind that I’ve seen. The wraparound, folding Crittal-style glass doors are simply spectacular. Flung open wide, they make you feel as though you’re outside in the garden. With the unpredictable British weather, they can be shut quickly and easily, and you can still experience the al fresco vibes from the inside!

Geri’s beautiful home (and her fashion sense too!) is right up my street. Flashes of bright, happy colours everywhere. Tangerine orange always stops me in my tracks; the pair of vintage swivel armchairs teamed with the huge teal sofa forms a cosy, sociable grouping.

The layout of the glass box extension is the perfect arrangement for 21st century domestic life. Zoned yet open; The person doing the food prep or washing up is still wholly involved in what’s going on; whether it’s the kids doing their homework sitting at the breakfast bar or dinner party guests enjoying a glass of wine while sitting on the sofa.

Like this one, many of her posts are before & after carousels – it’s always an inspiration seeing other people’s renovation journeys. Go have a browse of her Instagram feed for a dose of interior… and fashion happiness!

Get their look

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Round jute rug

Swan retro one touch espresso machine – SK22150BLN, blue

KBOC3001.Y Icona Capitals kettle

Mosaïque inlaid dining table

Vintage IKEA Karlstad swivel armchair

Teal 3-seater sofa

In-ceiling speakers by Sonos and Sonance

Samsung ‘The Frame’ television

Round jute rug

Swan retro one touch espresso machine – SK22150BLN, blue

KBOC3001.Y Icona Capitals kettle

Mosaïque inlaid dining table

Vintage IKEA Karlstad swivel armchair

Teal 3-seater sofa

In-ceiling speakers by Sonos and Sonance

Samsung ‘The Frame’ television

Designer Desire: Prue Cooper

I was looking at potter, Hannah McAndrew‘s Instagram feed recently and saw that she said she’s currently having a joint exhibition with Prue Cooper at Contemporary Ceramics in Bloomsbury, London.

That info spurred me on to go check out Prue’s work and I discovered another slipware genius. Her plates, platters and dishes are just beautiful; at the same time traditional and modern. Her colour palettes are unexpected and alluring. Many of her pieces have known and not so well known quotes written around the rim in the most beautiful calligraphy. Quotes by the likes of Shakespeare, Emily Dickinson and Gerard Winstanley on the subjects of love, life, food and more.

Prue Cooper is a member of The Art Workers’ Guild and the Craft Potters Association. Her work is available at Contemporary Ceramics, Gallery St Ives in Tokyo, Japan and on her own website. Prices range from around £90 up to £380. Check out her Instagram feed for other examples of her work.

My dishes are meant to be used and enjoyed; slip decorated press-moulded earthenware is an approachable and friendly medium. The designs reflect my view of life, celebrating friendship and the sharing of simple pleasures.

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