Camden Crawling: Spring Picks and Safety Pins

Versace safety pins made Liz Hurley in 1994. And for Spring 2013, Versace Versus has brought them back—but minus the thigh-high splits (unlucky, Hugh). This time around, the look is more Camden girl than vamp. I am totally obsessed with any spin on a mini kilt. And so, inspired by Versus' foray into my very favorite of teenage shopping destinations, here is a list of Camden-style classics.

If you're not familiar with the London borough—and have never trawled its famous market for gems including fingerless gloves, striped toe socks, spiky backpacks, and of course mini kilts—browse our list of spring pieces that share in its freewheeling, weird-as spirit. Camden is a haven for goths of all genres, so below you'll find an acid-green mesh dress by Norma Kamali, tartan socks by Tabio, a vintage gown by Imitation of Christ, and four-buckle Grunge boots by OC.

Shop all women's new arrivals here.


Versace Versus safety pin detail short-sleeve top and mini skirt in black


norma kamali mesh crewneck gown in acid

Nicopanda ZOMBIE PANDA IPHONE CASE in black


Proenza Schouler long-sleeve tee in mint/sulphur/black

Alexander Wang biker apron vest in black

Tabio plaid socks in navy

Imitation of Christ silk chiffon hand beaded dress in black

Peters Mountain Works OC-exclusive longfellow backpack in black

Jean Paul Gaultier melting print long-sleeve dress in fuchsia

Jennifer Behr MINK POM POM PONYTAIL WRAP in black