Keevans Wood Green High Road c 1935 (New design by Taperell and Haase)

Comment by Alan Blunden on February 21, 2025 at 10:07

The Keevans where my parents used to buy my Stationers' school uniform, (1947-1951) was on the corner of Hillfield Avenue and Hornsey High St. The clothing was so expensive, it eventually became unaffordable.

Admin for testing Comment by Hugh on February 21, 2025 at 10:25

This will no doubt be familiar to you then, Alan. Not sure of the date - 1940s / 50s? The shop occupied 84- 90 HighStreet. 

Comment by Alan Blunden on February 21, 2025 at 10:34

Thank you, Hugh,

I didn't realise it had four departments.

Admin for testing Comment by Hugh on February 21, 2025 at 10:42

Originally, it didn't cater just for school children.

Keevans ad Hampstead News 16 May 1958

Comment by Bill South on February 21, 2025 at 14:33

Had to go there for collars and studs for my best white shirts.

Comment by Richard Woods on February 23, 2025 at 13:41

My father used them for his detachable collars. They came in a box and he would have them sent off to a firm called 'Wembley' for cleaning and starching every week. I bet he got sod all support from the Met for his smartness! The idea was that the cotton shirt might be worn 2-3 days but the collar lasted just one due to the fog/smog/smoke. When attached collars became the thing they led to the invention and adoption of the home washing machine. 

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