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The “Front Room” is a collection based on the concept of migration during the 60s and 70s, looking at the idea of migration from the West Indies to Britain during these decades. Caitlin Batchelor‘ debut collection explores this concept by looking at Jamaican suburban youth culture in the 70s and the present date, whilst also looking comparatively at the interiors and the front rooms of Jamaican migrants in the 70s. The collection takes inspiration largely from 1970s interiors; looking at the rich textures, prints and colours that were evident during this time. The main source of inspiration comes from the book “The Front Room” by Michael McMillan.

Photos: Catrine Haland
Styling: Tahnee Mitra