Teddy Boys; the British subculture best known for their drape jackets, rock'n'roll music and their (sometimes exaggerated) gang violence.

BREUER & DAWSON ARCHIVE 8 DUKE STREET MARGATE OPEN SATURDAY 10TH OF MAY

HERE IS OUR NEW ARRIVALS SECTION WHERE WE WILL SHOW SOME OF THE TREASURES THAT WE FIND.

1940'S OFFICERS CAMPAIGN BAG

Paul Breuer and Matt Dawson have worked in the vintage-clothing industry for two decades. Dawson relocated to Kent from London in April last year, drawn, like many Londoners, by the allure of good schools and the notion of a picture-book childhood for his children. “Initially coming here was about the kids, really — fresh air, live by the seaside,” Dawson said. “But now it’s nice to be somewhere vibrant, on the up.” We were standing among the vintage cashmere, brogues and braces of their shop, Breuer & Dawson, in the old quarter of Margate — a knot of winding streets and pleasingly crooked buildings now populated by cupcake cafes, retro furniture stores, a pub that offers a locally sourced menu and an alluringly named tea shop, Lady Tesla’s Loose Leaves and Mud. “Margate went down furthest and came up quickest,” said Breuer, who has lived in Kent with his family for 10 years. “It’s kind of the last area in Britain that’s as close to London as Brighton” — a town in Sussex often referred to as London-by-the-Sea — “but a world away in terms of attitudes.”

Breuer & Dawson are honoured to be featured in the first edition of Hole and Corner Magazine. http://www.holeandcornermagazine.com  Many thanks to Jason Evans for the kind words, superb photos and great company. Please see more of his work here http://www.jasonevans.info  and make this your screen saver http://www.thedailynice.com Here is the article from the magazine and some outtakes from the shoot. and make this your screen saver http://www.thedailynice.com Here is the article from the magazine and some outtakes from the shoot.

Back in February we had the pleasure of meeting an artist by the name of George RW Cutts. His medium is watercolour and ink; the paintings are intricate snapshots of past events, objects, clothing and people. Here at B & D we really admire his vignettes, and since we seem to share similar interests and influences we look forward to seeing more of his work and hope to collaborate in the future. Here is a selection of our favourite pieces including a painting of the shop. Find him here http://archivefrom1980.com

Breuer & Dawson, along with some of Margate's finest, feature in Stella Magazine

Mrs Dawson featured in a recent article for the Stella magazine supplement of the Sunday Telegraph. Both she and the shop looked stellar!

We were very grateful to be asked by the Curio to be featured on their blog that runs in conjunction with the Thanet Gazette.

Breuer and Dawson were recently honoured by having some of our pieces included in the classic magazine Country Living. Unfortunately since these were vintage items they were one offs and are no longer for sale. However for similar please come and visit us at our shop in Margate! or browse our online shop http://breuerdawson.bigcartel.com

In the first of an occasional series, the Musical Heroes of Breuer & Dawson, we focus on the all too short career of Memphis pop maestros Big Star. Formed in 1971 by ex Box Tops singer Alex Chilton, they shone brightly for a brief 3 year period, during which they recorded 2 albums  #1 Record & Radio City. A combination of record company fuck ups and alcohol and drugs led to their untimely demise. Their legacy can be seen in a long list of admirers ranging from Cheap Trick to Teenage Fanclub, REM, Wilco, The Replacements, the list goes on.  There is a wealth of material to explore... In the words of Alex Chilton " Those records are brilliant in some ways, and they are the gropings of young fools in others"

"You do not have to be a fantastic hero to do certain things, to compete you can be an ordinary chap, sufficiently motivated." Thus spoke Sir Edmund Hillary, world renowned mountain climber and Antarctic explorer on his motivations, desires and inner psyche. What he failed to mention, was that scaling the heights of countless snow covered peaks gave him the chance to stride around with a bunch of like minded chaps in some of the finest collection of knitwear, British Army surplus, and down jackets seen outside of Margate's finest sons, Breuer & Dawson. Before the advent of Gortex, breathable fabrics, whatever, whoever; these hardy souls braved the elements in woolly jumpers, army kit and liberally applied goose grease. This piece is dedicated to their endurance and sheer bloody mindedness. The photos date from the 1940's through to the 1970's and are a brief snapshot of how mountaineering clothing changed through the decades. Concluding with a selection of our finest knitwear and outerwear for you delectation.

MANY THANKS TO JOCKS AND NERDS MAGAZINE FOR THIS GREAT PIECE ON MARGATE.

Many thanks to Vintage & Handmade living magazine. Copies available in our shop £2.50

OUTDOOR

"The blankets that David has made exclusively for us are all made from vintage cotton saris. David selected pieces that he thought would work for our store, using blues and reds and some bold floral designs. Each blanket is 6 layers of cotton and hand stitched with cotton thread. David has been working with a group of women, who live in a village outside Calcutta, for the last 6 years and this work has not only improved their lives but enabled many of them to send their children to school and gain a certain amount of financial independence. 10 percent from the sales of these blankets goes back to David's charity shuktara. (www.shuktara.net) Wash your blanket at 30 degrees, hang it on the line and tumble dry it for best results".

Every one has a story

GONE FISHING

Seeing Double? 1940's American wool Jackets.Unusual shoulder panels in blue. Classic 40's styling.

1930's USA BARNSTORMER COAT. Deadstock Montgomery Ward Barnstormer, Mackinaw Coat. Mouton Shawl collar, sheepskin lined, original belt.

Turn of the last century British military shirts, stamped 1914, contrasting collar/body,bib front Beautiful.

A brace of duster coats including an Alfred Dunhill Bespoke Raw Silk coat,covered buttons with unusual map pocket. A true one off. Also pictured a Linen,1920's duster, London made by A.W Gamage. Timeless style

WW2 Russian infantry ribbed jerkin. Found in a street market in rural southern Hungry.

Ultra rare American 1930's work jacket, unusual chin strap detailing, cool stencil on back.

From 1950's rockin' roll Saturday nite specials, to 1960,s German, Hamburg star club classics, we got 'em

The Classic U.S.N Deck jacket worn by everyone from Paul Newman to our very own Mr Dawson.

Classic Pendleton styling bold print, best in show.

A classic, the Fairisle Sweater. A personal favourite of us here at Breuer & Dawson. Never see two alike, never lets you down.

1960's Levi capital E denim jacket. Rare model with the Troy Mills blanket lining.

1960's English Cafe Racer leather jacket. Peter Fonda on a plate.

A taste of the fine workwear accumulated on our journey.

THE HUNT

Mr Dawson found heaven in a 2 tonne bale of blouses, 8 hours later emerging with a fine collection.

Breton and on and on

Next a collection of 1940’s -1960’s European workshirts, beautiful quality items with great details

We left no stone unturned, no barn door unopened, no Sailor fully clothed. First up from a barn on the French Belgian border is this 1930’s English motorcycle coat made by Mascot how it ended up there is a mystery fit for Holmes. Despite enemy fire, with the help of the little ships of Ramsgate harbour we managed to successfully return the coat to its rightful home. An amazing coat still strong. One of a kind.