British Street Fashion has a rich history. Its trajectory from the
streets onto international catwalks has been fast and heavily
documented. A Quick Ting On: Bamboo Earrings will be the first book to
explore the politics of street fashion staple that is bamboo earrings.
The gold hoop earring has been a commanding symbol in many cultures
throughout history. Observing the shift in how these earrings have now
been embraced by high fashion and large brands, Sophia Tassew inspects
the rich history behind the iconic fashion accessory -- highlighting
their importance to young Black girls growing up in Britain and
internationally.
Looking at her own personal relationship to bamboo earrings and other
Black girls alike, Tassew highlights these irresistible fashion
accessories' rise to fame, how they have stood the test of time, and
their cultural importance.