Jimi Hendrix - Jimi brings you great new outfits

Beautiful new Jimi Hendrix items that will send fans crazy... to go out and buy them.

The instantly recognizable Hendrix silhouette features as a badge motif on jackets and repeated as a jacquard lining. Key pieces include the military overcoat with bespoke branded buttons, the all over patterned blazer and dogstooth trousers. Statement shirts and graphic t-shirts feature in luxury fabrics each with a unique print technique, alongside key accessories such as scarves, iPhone cases and badges. All items feature Jimi’s signature and an authentic Hendrix trademark, and you have a chance to buy them.

fifty years ago on Sept 24th 1966, Jimi Hendrix arrived in London for the first time. At the time Hendrix was relatively unknown and this brief trip would alter the course of Rock history forever. London was the city where Hendrix’s career took off, he revolutionized electric guitar music and he found his groove both musically and in fashion. To celebrate fifty years since Hendrix first visited London, Pretty Green have developed a unique collection celebrating the style and extraordinary talent of the legendary guitarist.

1960’s swinging London was a melting pot of new musical styles and fashion. Many musicians such as Eric Clapton, John Lennon and Mick Jagger shopped on the Kings Road at the famous ‘I was Lord Kitchener’s Valet’ and met after hours in drinking clubs such as Scotch of St James. Jimi played some early gigs in London and his raw talent is said to have blown away fellow musicians, especially well established artists such as The Who and The Beatles.

"Jimi Hendrix is an absolute force of nature. Aswell as him being the best guitarist ever, he's also one of the greatest songwriters; his lyrics and his voice are equally as good and his look is as out-there as his music. Not necessarily stoned but beautiful..." - Liam Gallagher (Oasis, Beady Eye)

“When working to develop an artistic entity that will bear Jimi’s name, collaborating with the right group of individuals is essential. Pretty Green has a strong Rock 'n' Roll heritage, so they were the ideal partner to create a collection that embodies Jimi’s style for a new generation. Pretty Green’s hand painted prints and graphic artwork incorporate original material from the Hendrix archive, giving this one of a kind collection a real edge.  These pieces have an incredible authenticity about them and we are very proud of what has been achieved.  We’re thrilled to make them available to the true Hendrix enthusiasts.” - Janie Hendrix

As Jimi’s exposure grew on the London Rock 'n' Roll circuit, his style also blossomed. He purchased an antique Hussar’s uniform dating back to the 1850’s and often wore it bare chested with wild hair. He favored bold floral shirts, paisley and embellished jackets. His image soon became as legendary as his performances.

When asked to describe his musical genre he didn’t want to be classed in any category, Jimi described his music as ‘Free Feeling’, it’s a mixture of Rock, freak out, Rave and Blues’. Jimi blazed through London, his melodic riffs, swirling, headwrecking, groovy blues enchanting the British capital. This was also reflected through his eclectic fashion choices and electric charisma.

Pretty Green's AW16 Hendrix collection is not only a tribute to Jimi’s style but a modern interpretation of the way he liked to dress. Unique prints have been developed from original garments worn by Hendrix himself and we have worked the words ‘are you experienced’ into our signature paisley as a reference to the legendary debut studio album.

Check Out! the Video for the classic Track 'Voodoo Child' Below