Mr Freedom

Tommy Roberts opened his first boutique on Carnaby Street in 1966 called "Kleptomania." It mainly sold vintage clothing along with clothes from India.

In 1969 Roberts and his business partner Trevor Myles decided to open Mr Freedom . A boutique which sold both clothing and furniture.

Sailor Inspired Suit, 1974

Inside Mr Freedom, 1970

The fashions echoed pop art culture. Bright blocks of colour were often used.

1969 Jacket

(courtesy of http://www.vintage-a-peel.co.uk/)

The boutique began to attract many customers such as Pablo Picasso and the Rolling Stones.

Around 1974 Tommy Roberts decided to open a bigger shop called "City Lights." He left Myles to turn the boutique into "Paradise Garage" which sold Hawaiian shirts and dungarees.