Donny Swagger Rachel Horne Take a look at the people making the way up and down Doncaster High Street and you’ll be pleasantly surprised. Despite our ‘grim northern town’ reputation - or maybe because of it - there is always a wealth of style on show. You don’t have to be rich to be stylish, in fact there are plenty of rich folk out there who prove that money can’t by you taste. Trends, no matter how much they cost, are ten a penny. Fashion is fleeting. Real swagger is both priceless and timeless. And swagger is what Donny does best. This is your guide to Doncaster’s most stylish people and where to steal their look. 1. Northern Original Mods, skins, soulies - the original founders of British underground style. Check out Revolver on Baxtergate for menswear or visit Tracy Grayson at Anarchy Hair for the perfect hair to match your Northern Original style. 2. Boyo We dedicated issue 5 of Doncopolitan to this very special breed of manboy. Hardworking fellas who live life on the edge need a smart casual style. You might see them driving down Silver Street on their quad bikes or looking fly around DTC in their latest tags.
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3. Skater Boy Too creative for established labels, these guys have got their own brand, label and community - NIV and Donny Life (see page 18). 4. Uber Glam Always polished, always on point, never leaves the house ungroomed. Donny is famous for its good lookin’ babes. Check out our independents Tiffany, Venzia Designs and Bella Donna Boutique. 5. Muscle Beach You’ll find him (or her) lifting weights at the gym like Mr Scunthorpe 2010, aka Ashley Todd. Looks intimidating but really he’s a pussy cat. 6. Indie Cindies Known for spending too much time on ASOS (see page 12). Natural habit was once Priory (see page 28) or the Leadmill. Indie Cindies fought against the norm by stealing their nana’s clothes and partying hard in them. Check out bespoke jewelery designer, Naomi Horan, and clothing designer, Jade Clark (as featured in issue 17). For a flavour of Indie Cindie life follow Frances B’s Blog (francesbee.me).
7. Classy But Sassy Case Study A: Tawny Kay can be found clad in the finest charity shop steals but always looks a million Doncopolitan Dollars on stage, where she is one of the rising stars on the UK burlesque scene. Case Study B: Glenda Blenda is a full-time drag diva at Hallcross pub, Doncaster’s only LGBTQ club. Glenda is known for her classy looks and trashy mouth. Keep an eye out for Glenda at this year’s Doncaster Pride in Sir Nigel Gresley Square on 6th August and at the Hallcross after-party that evening. 8. Vintage & Retro We love Zulu Vintage, an online boutique selling exclusive luxury vintage garms. You’ll find everything from Zandra Rhodes to Gucci and Prada. If you are looking for a bespoke modern twist on a vintage look, check out Wonderland Awaits, a treasure trove based at Branton Garden Centre. Anastasia Walker of Bang Band Romeo recently wore a bespoke commission whilst playing on the main stage at the Isle of Wight Festival (see page 42).