The Real McCoy prepares for 30th birthday

At The Real McCoy, Exeter’s longest running retro destination, preparations are in full swing for next year's 30th Birthday celebrations. The Fore Street Vintage Emporium will be unveiling its new-look to customers on Friday 1st August this year, as they expand their existing in store line-up to include a host of retro and antique concessions.

For the past three decades The Real McCoy has been the flagship of the South West vintage fashion scene, nationally renowned and drawing a loyal cliental from across the UK. Joining the Grand Dame as she enters this new phase are brands; A Kick up the Arts, Flip Out Retro, Bassy Loves Betsy, Salvagecave, Vintage Vault and Paul Henshaw Antiques.

Owner of the Real McCoy, Joanne Greenwood comments, “We couldn’t be more excited about the upcoming expansion. When you’ve been around for as long as the Real McCoy has, it is important to constantly evolve without losing sight of our core ethos of one-off, authentic, original items. We are really looking forward to welcoming the new traders- branching out from clothing and accessories to antique furnishings, handcrafted jewellery and original artwork.”

Suitably irreverent, A Kick Up the Arts is the rebellious little brother the Real McCoy never had. Alter ego of Kinky & Quirky, Devon's burlesque funsters the in-store range will feature unique, collectible art, based on the colourful world of the circus, cabaret and burlesque, all produced by new artist in residence, Mark Bell.

Mark Bell said “A Kick Up The Arts was formed to dispel the myth that art is elitist by offering accessible, affordable and highly original pieces. We see The Real McCoy as a natural bedfellow with a strong reputation for quality and independence.”

Flip Out promises a “rocking retro boutique” specialising in 1950s chic for both men and women, they offer a carefully curated range of iconic original and reproduction designs from the golden age of rockabilly style.

Bassy Loves Betsy is a quirky little label. Handcrafted, affordable and bespoke this jeweler re-creates pieces that range in style from kitsch to casual to classic.

If A Kick Up the Arts is the young rebel of the new McCoy’s family, then Salvagecave, Vintage Vault and Paul Henshaw Antiques must be the eccentric Uncles! Each specialising in original collectible antiques, all are selected with the stamp of authenticity and hand picked to add a truly individual style to your home.

The festivities will begin on Friday 1 August when the Real McCoy will celebrate this exciting launch with a fizz and canapés party for all its VIP mailing-list customers.