Shikasuki in Primrose Hill

I am very sad to say that Shikasuki has closed it's doors in Primrose Hill. This was a very sudden decision and we apologise to anyone for whom this has been a surprise.

My father John and I created Shikasuki 8 years ago. I designed the store and hunted out all that amazing vintage treasure from all over the world and John has run the shop. We have loved every minute, but now John has decided it is time to retire, sit back and enjoy a slower pace of life, whilst I am getting busier..... I have had a beautiful baby girl, left Primrose Hill and moved to the country!

We were truly thrilled that you voted Shikasuki as London's "Best Designer Vintage Boutique" for 2 years in a row, as well as "Best Vintage Womenswear Boutique" this year, in the Vintage London Awards. A heartfelt "Thank you" to all of you who voted and to all our wonderful loyal customers over the years. You have all become friends and we will miss you all!

So, I am currently taking a little time out to "be mum"......but watch this space!

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With lots of love to you all, Rachel

London Fashion Weekend Autumn 2012

London Fashion Weekend is on its way again and Shikasuki is as thrilled as ever to be involved, this time with our beautiful vintage treasures appearing in the LFWE promotional magazine The Edit and on the LFWE website.

Styled by the inimitable Miss Molly, with her trademark "paper bag full" (usually Miss Molly herself jumping out!), on a 60s London theme; it all looks rather wonderful!

LFWE homepage: vintage necklaces, belts, bracelets and beaded bag from Shikasuki...plus Miss Molly herself!

LFWE homepage: vintage "gold" bag from Shikasuki

A close up of Miss Molly's lovely "bag full"!

Miss Molly: "As always Rachel Ducker at Shikasuki knows her stuff and I sourced this beautiful little bag amongst her collection to add a vintage twist to our theme. This piece (front right in the paper bag) is embroidered and beaded from the 1950's, just before our Sixties trend, but this proves you can mix all your decades to create your look."

LFWE designer catwalk page: vintage yellow beaded dress, vintage nude lace dress and vintage satin bag all from Shikasuki on the LFWE catwalk at Somerset House

LFWE gallery page: vintage bracelet from Shikasuki

LFWE The Edit magazine: vintage "gold" bag from Shikasuki

The Vintage Guide to London Awards 2012

We are absolutely thrilled...chuffed to bits...tickled pink even, to announce that we have won the "Best Designer Vintage" category in The Vintage Guide To London's Awards for the second year running!

As if that isn't exciting enough, we have also won the "Best Womenswear" category as well!

A big thank you to Lena and all the team at The Vintage Guide to London and a massive thank you to everyone who chose to vote for Shikasuki...every one of you...from all of the Shikasuki 2011-12 team, Rachel, John and Elle.

See all the other winners and runners up on the Vintage Guide to London.

London Fashion Weekend 2012

So here are the pictures of Shikasuki Vintage on the London Fashion Weekend 2012 catwalk. The theme of the show was "Prim Rose"....very appropriate for Primrose Hill's Shikasuki! Hosted by Zoe Hardman and perfectly styled, as ever, by the amazing Miss Molly.

Shikasuki Vintage bag and waistcoat (photo © Paul Demuth)

Shikasuki Vintage beaded tulle dress (photo © Paul Demuth)

Shikasuki Vintage duster coat and bag (photo © Paul Demuth)

Shikasuki Vintage beaded cardigan and bag (photo © Paul Demuth)

Shikasuki Vintage beaded dress and bag (photo © Paul Demuth)

Shikasuki Vintage tulle and lace dress (photo © Paul Demuth)

Photographer Spencer Sunar, (who was responsible for our stunning pictures from London Fashion Weekend 2010), also took some beautiful backstage pictures this year. 

(photo © Spencer Sunar)

(photo © Spencer Sunar)

(photo © Spencer Sunar)

(photo © Spencer Sunar)

(photo © Spencer Sunar)

(photo © Spencer Sunar)

London Fashion Weekend

It's that time of year...London Fashion Weekend is nearly upon us again...which reminded me that I haven't yet shared the pictures of the Shikasuki pieces seen on the runway last year. Hosted by the wonderful Zara Martin and styled by top stylist Miss Molly.....here they are. Enjoy!
 

Lady Brights - vintage pink bag from Shikasuki

Lady Brights - vintage colour block bag from Shikasuki

Lady Brights - vintage colour block bag from Shikasuki

Lady Brights - vintage green bag from Shikasuki

Lady Brights - vintage pink jacket from Shikasuki

Swan Vesta - vintage Ossie Clark dress from Shikasuki