Insider Trading: Kerry Taylor

Diehard vintage fashion fans have their eye on London’s Kerry Taylor Auctions on June 23. Phone bidders can register for this serious fashion operation.

This time round, there’s a focus on the 1970s trend, alongside key items from the punk era (think Vivienne Westwood, Malcolm McLaren and Pamela Brook originals). Japanese designers such as Yohji Yamamoto and Issey Miyake also feature. Pictured here is lot number 174: a printed evening gown by Ossie Clarke and renowned print designer Celia Birtwell, from 1973. Price estimate £700-£1,000. See kerrytaylorauctions.com.