Teddy Boy Collection

Percy in Karel Reiszs We Are The Lambeth Boys (1959)
Karel Reiszs We Are The Lambeth Boys (1959)

A general view of the audience at the London Rock and Roll Show at Wembley Stadium, London. 5th August 1972

Teddy Boys in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, England, Circa 1965

Teddy Boy Malcolm Mclaren outside his shop Let it Rock in the Kings Road, Chelsea, London. 14th March 1972

Teddy Boys in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, England, Circa 1965

The Pet Shop Boys, performing at The Birmingham National Exhibition Centre, (NEC) in June 1991. At this point in their career, The Pet Shop Boys had released four studio albums

Jerry Lee Lewis, pictured on stage at The Mayfair Ballroom, Newcastle. 13th February 1980. Jerry Lee Lewis (born September 29, 1935) is an American singer-songwriter, musician, and pianist

People at the London Rock and Roll Show at Wembley Stadium, London. 5th August 1972

Youth Teddy Boys marching up the Kings Road in London. 30th July 1977

Jerry Lee Lewis, pictured in rehearsal at a London cinema in December 1964. Jerry Lee Lewis (born September 29, 1935) is an American singer-songwriter, musician, and pianist

Kind go todays Teddy Boys, Max Delbosq, 18, and his girlfriend Jenny Rinaldi, 17, dress in what was the height of fashion for rebellious youth 20 years ago. 19th June 1977

Dave Griffin display manager of Nelson House, a mens clothing shop in Dale End, Birmingham. The shop does a roaring trade in 1950s Teddy Boy clothing and also stocks modern clothing such as jeans

Youths modelling the latest fashion Edwardian suits. 11th November 1955

Youth modelling the latest fashion Edwardian suits. 11th November 1955

Members of the cast of Grease seen here on stage at the Coventry Theatre during a dress rehearsal. The musical show set in the 1950s is touring the provinces before going into Londons West End

Richard Gere as Danny Zuko (left) seen here on stage at the Coventry Theatre during a dress rehearsal for Grease. The musical show set in the 1950s is touring the provinces before going into Londons

Youth Culture Teddy boy Tony Reuter (right) leader of the Elephant Boys gang, seen here playing snooler 1955 People 2393

Youth Culture Teddy boy Tony Reuter leader of the Elephant Boys gang, seen here playing cards 1955 People 2393

Jet Harris, c1960. Creator: Brian Foskett
Jet Harris, c1960

Cliff Richard, c1958. Creator: Brian Foskett
Cliff Richard, c1958

Women from the ICI Doncaster plant at a social gathering, South Yorkshire 1962. Artist
Women from the ICI Doncaster plant at a social gathering, South Yorkshire 1962. A group of women from the ICI fabrics plant in Doncaster gather for a group photograph at a social gathering in

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"Teddy Boy: A Cultural Phenomenon That Rocked the Nation" The Teddy Boy subculture emerged in post-war Britain, embodying rebellion and a unique sense of style. From its early roots depicted by Percy in Karel Reiszs We Are The Lambeth Boys (1959) to the London Rock and Roll Show at Wembley Stadium, where a general view of the audience showcased their distinctive fashion choices. One iconic figure was Teddy Boy Malcolm McLaren, who stood outside his shop Let it Rock on Kings Road, epitomizing the movement's rebellious spirit. Meanwhile, Gateshead became a hub for Teddy Boys in Tyne and Wear during 1965. Even decades later, this subculture left an indelible mark on music history. The Pet Shop Boys electrified audiences with their performance at The Birmingham National Exhibition Centre while Jerry Lee Lewis captivated fans onstage at The Mayfair Ballroom in Newcastle (13th February 1980). Jet Harris and Cliff Richard were among those who embraced the Teddy Boy aesthetic during its heyday. Brian Foskett captured their essence through timeless photographs that continue to evoke nostalgia today. However, it wasn't just men who embraced this cultural phenomenon; women from the ICI Doncaster plant gathered for social gatherings in South Yorkshire (1962), showcasing how Teddy Girls also made their mark. Jerry Lee Lewis further solidified his connection to the movement when he rehearsed at a London cinema in December 1964 - his presence resonating with both Teddies and rock 'n' roll enthusiasts alike. Today's generation may have evolved from these origins, but Max Delbosq (18) and his girlfriend Jenny Rinaldi (17) prove that elements culture still resonate with young people today. As they proudly embrace this vintage-inspired style, they pay homage to an era that forever changed British youth culture.