I used to just browse in Crazy Clothes Connection on Lancaster Road, off Ladbroke Grove, 10 years ago when I worked in the area. Today I was shocked to find it was still there and still with its collection of crazy clothes spilling out onto the street.
I couldn't resist having a browse through the sixties style dresses, fifties-style suits and jackets and all manor of flamboyant catsuits with superb prints. I was immediately greeted by Esther who was not only charming but so delightful that I didn't want to leave without making a purchase.
As I made my way to the dressing room with a handful of clothes Esther threw a dress at me that I thought would never suit me. "This is perfect for you", she said, with her wonderful smile. And.....it was the only garment I tried on that was..indeed.. perfect; a vintage dark green silk and cotton number that hugged my curves where no other dresses could.
Ten years ago I could not afford the stuff in this shop, but I dreamed about them often. Today I was able to make a purchase. The clothes are definitely not cheap, but they are so unique and most are beautifully crafted designer stuff, that it is well worth a visit.
Get yourself down there. Esther will manage, just with her charm and her delightful (never annoying) chat to turn your browsing into buying.
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