Pigeon Ground Records and Clothing

A VERY PIGEON GROUND CHRISTMAS...

2011-12-15T18:14:00.000-08:00

EXTENDED CHRISTMAS TRADING HOURS: Pigeon Ground will be open every day until Christmas from the 15th of December until Christmas Eve. So aside from our regular Thursday to Sunday hours, we'll also be open Monday the 19th, Tuesday the 20th and Wednesday the 21st from 11am to 6pm.

GIFT VOUCHERS: Our vouchers could be a handy solution for that special someone whose taste you can't comprehend. You can get one in any denomination.

CHRISTMAS/NEW YEAR BREAK: We will be closed over the Christmas, New Year period from the 25th of December until the 11th of January.

Thanks for spending your money with us this year. Hopefully you'll like doing it again next year when we re-open on Thursday the 12th of January, 2012. HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

Secret Squirrel Sale Night

2011-11-24T15:43:00.000-08:00

Come and join us next Wednesday night for a glass of champagne while you pick out the perfect Christmas outfit.

Enjoy 30% to 50% off Secret Squirrel's current Botanica collection.

The Vamoose!

2011-10-18T19:12:00.000-07:00

Check out these gorgeous pieces and so many more by The Vamoose in store at Pigeon Ground now!

The Vamoose is a one-woman operation created by the very talented Kathryn Blackmore. Designed and handmade in the UK, the Vamoose' pieces are inspired by natural history, a growing collection of vintage finds and an exploration of traditional crafts and modern influences.

$70 Funkis clog sale

2011-09-19T15:29:00.000-07:00

PG Window

2011-09-18T15:28:00.000-07:00

Another beautiful Secret Squirrel window featuring all the latest styles to drop instore.

PG Window

2011-09-01T15:27:00.000-07:00

Secret Squirrel Summer in-store now

2011-08-31T05:11:00.001-07:00

elke kramer: designer profile

2011-08-20T04:51:00.000-07:00

SS: Elke, what's the best part of your job?

EK: the best part of my job is being around creative people and getting really inspired and motivated by seeing what they do. I also love having days where we can be in different places and doing different things and not being stuck at the same desk.

SS: what are you working on at the moment?

EK: currently I'm working on my Autumn/Winter range, finishing that up which is a really amazing new range. It's kind of devoid of colour it's all about texture and tone and introduces all new materials like cork and cement, pumice stone and horn so it's quite an interesting one. We're also doing a Christmas best seller, bringing back all the most popular pieces of the past range.

SS: what is on high rotation musically in your studio at the moment?

EK: Well Mikey, who is our studio music magician is usually in charge of music and he plays a range of soul, blues and also some eclectic world music. But I've been obsessed with the song Calgary by Bon Iver and I like to put just that song on repeat and drive everyone in the studio nuts.

SS: what did you enjoy most about collaborating with ss?

EK: I really liked the way that the brief was so loose. I tend to get so many prints that are really, really easy to do where people spoon feed me, you know they show me exactly what they want and I just do a new, different version of it. Where as with SS the brief was so open that we came up with something that I'd never seen before and I never imagined that I would do or that we could do it together.

SS: where do you look for inspiration?

EK: I love looking outside of jewellery, so looking at homes and the colours and textures and patterns of different eras of interior design. I like different movements of art and even film and the stories, the energy and spirit that you find in films.

SS: what is your favourite piece from our Botanica collection?

EK: my favourite piece is the foxglove dress. I love it in both colours. The black is so grown up and ladylike, but obviously i love the floral print too. I love it all!

SS: how would you describe your personal style?

EK: my personal style is very maximal! I tend to overdo things and incorporate way too many details and prints. I'm trying to refine it and go for a little bit more of a grown up look. I'm trying to colour block at the moment so lots of solid colours - but thats just a new little personal challenge.

Shannon Rankin

2011-08-12T05:02:00.000-07:00

I recently purchased a print by American artist Shannon Rankin called The Universe Within – cool name huh? It's a hand embroidered archival print of a rare vintage star map in the form of an anatomical heart, with red thread radiating from the North Star-it's beautiful!

My print arrived today and I thought I would celebrate my purchase with a post about Shannon's amazing talent. She has the the most incredible back catalogue of beautiful, intricate work- well worth a browse through if you need a break from work.

I started collecting images to post here and ended up with a huge folder full!

Here are some favourites.

I wish we could get some in for the shop. Stay tuned for more info.

See more of Shannon's work here and purchase through her etsy store here.

Alison Scarpulla

2011-07-25T05:05:00.000-07:00

Alison Scarpulla is an amazing photographer.

Her photos are dreamy, magical and just a little bit eerie. I think they look like photographs of all the halloween stories you were told as a kid... which is pretty great.

You can check out more of here work here

Elana Herzog

2011-07-05T05:09:00.000-07:00

Amazing stapled, shredded artwork by New York based installation artist and sculptor Elana Herzog.

Mid season fashion sale starts this Sat!

2011-05-04T17:23:00.001-07:00

Milk From A Thistle

2011-03-06T17:05:00.000-08:00

We are excited to announce that we now have these pieces (plus more) from the new 'Milk From a Thistle' collection in store now!

Something

2011-03-06T16:55:00.000-08:00

New Something Else is in store now! Here are a couple of the pieces we have new in store...

NEW Secret Squirrel in-store

2011-03-02T18:10:00.000-08:00

CHRISTMAS SURPRISE AT PIGEON GROUND

2010-12-14T22:33:00.000-08:00

EXTENDED CHRISTMAS TRADING HOURS: Pigeon Ground will be open every day until Christmas from the 16th of December until Christmas Eve. So aside from our regular Thursday to Sunday hours, we'll also be open Monday the 2oth, Tuesday the 21st and Wednesday the 22nd from 11am to 6pm.

GIFT VOUCHERS: Our vouchers could be a handy solution for that special someone whose taste you can't comprehend. You can get one in any denomination.

CHRISTMAS/NEW YEAR BREAK: We will be closed over the Christmas, New Year period from the 25th of December until the 12th of January.

Thanks for spending your money with us this year. Hopefully you'll like doing it again next year when we re-open on Thursday the 13th of January, 2011. HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

New Funkis clogs

2010-11-02T04:13:00.000-07:00

New Funkis clogs are now in-store. Beauutiful!

GAINSBOURG 2 for 1 MOVIE GIVEAWAY

2010-10-19T00:21:00.000-07:00

With thanks to Hopscotch Films, we have some 2 for 1 movie passes to give away to the first 50 people who come into the shop and say "Peux j'avoir un s'il vous plaît!". It's that simple...no strings attached!

Gainsbourg

You know the music, but do you know the man? His music was visionary, his lovers were legendary, his life was extraordinary.

Gainsbourg takes you on a journey into the world of a musical icon. Based on the remarkable life of iconic French singer, poet, writer and actor Serge Gainsbourg, the film is a bold and evocative imagining of the precocious talent whose music, style and joie de vivre is adored by many. From Gainsbourg's youth growing up in 1940s Nazi-occupied Paris, when he was called Lucien Ginsberg, through to his transformation into the hard-living showman, enfant terrible and successful song-writer of the 60s and 70s (famous for his glamorous lovers including Brigitte Bardot and Jane Birkin), to his debauched notoriety in the 80s.

Innovative in its visuals and narrative, the project features special effects from the makers of Pan’s Labyrinth creating touches to assist in making Gainsbourg groundbreaking cinema. We glimpse the fantasy world that drove his inspiration, the women he loved and lost and most of all, the music that made him a legend.

IN CINEMAS NOVEMBER 4

Watch the trailer at http://www.hopscotchfilms.com.au/trailers/#video-82/

Secret Squirrel launch pics

2010-10-01T22:40:00.000-07:00

Thanks to all who came down to Pigeon Ground on Wednesday night for our Secret Squirrel launch party. It was a great success. For those of you who couldn’t make it check out a little post by by the gorgeous Fashion Hayley here

Preview Shopping Night

2010-09-21T11:05:00.000-07:00

Check out Secret Squirrel's Deep Blue Sea collection here

MILK FROM A THISTLE - SUMMER 10

2010-09-18T21:07:00.000-07:00

Our good friend and local textile designer Danielle Atkinson extends beyond the repeat print textile design which has been her signature into a palette including amazing digital prints and plain silks. Here is a selection of MFATS's gorgeous summer collection that is now in-store.

New Rings from NY

2010-09-10T17:45:00.000-07:00

We've just received a shipment of fabulous wooden rings by New York jewellery designer Helveta Vyotlag! Hand carved and dyed, they sit on your fingers like oversize, un-shiny gems. Perfect for those of us who don't like their bling too bling-y.

SALE LAST DAYS!

2010-09-09T02:30:00.000-07:00

This is your last chance to grab a bargain from Secret Squirrel's gorgeous winter collection - The White Album. Sale ends Sun 26th.

NEW Secret Squirrel Summer 10

2010-09-08T00:03:00.000-07:00

For all those who've been sending emails or calling to find out when the Squirrel Summer will be in-store. The wait is nearly over as we will receive our 1st drop in the next 2 weeks. Exciting!

New Spring Something Else

2010-08-21T23:44:00.000-07:00

Just in is the gorgeous new spring'10 Something Else collection.

Oh for the love of clogs!

2010-08-21T23:37:00.000-07:00

Clogs may currently be in fashion but we will always love their simple beauty and ease of comfort. They are the heel for girls who don't do heels. we will have their new summer collection in-store soon.

New Jewellery

2010-08-21T23:28:00.000-07:00

We have new jewellery from one of our talented locals Amanda Nakalevu. She has started a beautiful label called Little Slave. We have a selection of her sea urchin inspired bangles and other assorted beauties.

CLOTHING SALE

2010-06-23T07:55:00.000-07:00

To coincide with our mid season clothing sale we thought we'd do a new window. It looks simple enough but you have no idea how long it took us.

MID SEASON SALE

2010-06-09T07:35:00.001-07:00

Preview Shopping Night

2010-03-10T21:54:00.000-08:00

Join us on Wednesday 31st March for a preview shopping night of Secret Squirrel's gorgeous winter collection: 'The White Album'.

There will be free beer, good times and pretty clothes to try on- we'd love to see you there.

Click on the invite below to enlarge it and get all the details.

End of Summer SALE

2010-02-08T03:02:00.001-08:00

Pigeon Ground at Laneway

2010-01-29T22:44:00.000-08:00

Our friends at twothousand have asked us to be part of the Sydney Laneway Markets which is going to be amazing so see you all there.

Hello 2010

2010-01-07T22:38:00.000-08:00

After a well earned break enjoying the festive season Pigeon Ground is open once again to serve all your clothing and vinyl needs.

We have another exciting year ahead for our lovely little store so stay tuned for events and random happenings.

DECK THE HALLS WITH CLOTHES & RECORDS!

2009-12-07T03:37:00.000-08:00

EXTENDED CHRISTMAS TRADING HOURS: Pigeon Ground will be open every day of the week from the 17th of December until Christmas Eve. So aside from our regular Thursday to Sunday hours, we'll also be open Monday the 21st, Tuesday the 22nd and Wednesday the 23rd from 11am to 6pm.

GIFT VOUCHERS: Our vouchers could be a handy solution for that special someone whose taste you can't comprehend. You can get one in any denomination.

CHRISTMAS/NEW YEAR BREAK: We will be closed over the Christmas, New Year period from the 25th of December until the 6th of January.

Thanks for spending your money with us this year. Hopefully you'll like doing it again next year when we re-open on Thursday the 7th of January, 2010. Fa la la lala la la la la...

BASTARDY DVD & 7" vinyl launch with JACK CHARLES live!

2009-11-25T19:54:00.000-08:00

Tuesday 1st December 6-9pm

Hope to see you there!

Acoustic Glory

2009-11-23T11:30:00.000-08:00

Thanks to The Gin Club for coming on down to Pigeon Ground. Here is a little pic for those who couldn't make it.

The Gin Club LIVE In-Store November 21st

2009-10-26T02:49:00.000-07:00

As part of their single release and tour celebrations, Brisbane indie folk/rockers The Gin Club will be coming to Pigeon Ground for a free afternoon jam session. Come and catch them in amongst the frocks and platters for a stripped down acoustic set...

...SATURDAY 21 NOVEMBER 12-1pm...

...and then of course, catch them fully plugged in for the big show that night at Notes Live, Newtown with their mates Aerial Maps & Mark Moldre.

Rethreads Clothes, Music and Book Exchange

2009-09-15T05:35:00.000-07:00

This Saturday the 19th of September from 10 til 5 at CarriageWorks in Redfern. We'll be flying the Pigeon Ground flag at this mass swapathon!

Sandals

2009-09-15T01:53:00.000-07:00

Bring on summer! in these gorgeous vintage-esque sandals by Sydney label Andrea and Joen. We love to plait detail and delicate shapes and can't wait for them to arrive in store. Get your feet down to Pigeon Ground on Wednesday 23rd September (for Secret Squirrel's summer launch party) and you will find these lovely sandals waiting.

Shopping Night Sept 23rd.

2009-09-09T01:05:00.000-07:00

Milk from a Thistle

2009-09-02T18:25:00.001-07:00

Just in is the beautiful new summer collection from local label Milk from a Thistle. We LOVE it all but here is a little taster for ya all.

A Threader Window

2009-08-02T20:21:00.000-07:00

Local Sydney label Threader have snuck their gear onto our racks. Dresses, sweaters, cloaks, cravats and ties in bold fresh cuts, melded in a fusion of new and vintage fabrics. Yum.

SPRING SOMETHING ELSE

2009-07-31T21:08:00.000-07:00

Spring stock has started to filter through from "Something Else" and it's got us all excited!
Among the goodies we received are gorgeous sand washed silk biker jackets, slouchy draped pants and floaty bird print blouses - perfect for this in-between time when you're sick of your winter wardrobe but not yet ready to pull out the stops for glorious summer. Check out a taste below.

WINTER CLOTHING SALE

2009-06-30T20:59:00.000-07:00

It's sale time at Pigeon Ground! We are having a huge sale on all current winter season fashion, with labels like Secret Squirrel, Dr. Denim, Something Else and Malmo all up to 70% off.

There are bargains to be had, and vintage gems to discover, so come say hello and rifle through the racks. As always, our stellar vinyl collection will keep your ears entertained while you do.

Sale starts this Thursday

Kate Barnett!

2009-06-30T20:51:00.001-07:00

Awesome Kate Barnett jewellery has arrived in store. All ghetto fabulous, these hand made chain necklaces with skull and tassle detail are hot to trot.

Polka Luka Resin Jewellery

2009-06-30T20:36:00.000-07:00

Not up for heavy metal bling? No worries! We have beautiful, resin bangles and rings from quirky label ‘Polka Luka’. Each piece is cast, shaped and polished by hand and the results are beautiful, organic shapes in myriad of vibrant colours.

Urge the Boys Jewellery

2009-06-30T20:34:00.000-07:00

Urge the Boys is back with more boho gems. The latest collection features giant hippy rings and perfume bottle pendants adorned with semi precious jewels.

Made By White

2009-04-08T06:22:00.000-07:00

Awesome new accessories have arrived from Made By White, a Sydney label of two very cool sisters. Their brooches and necklaces are nostalgic and quirky and feature Mexican Day of The Dead style lady skulls, complete with rockabilly roses in their hair. Their hanging Sloth necklace has to be my personal favourite, followed closely by a brooch of an owl and a pussy cat in their pea green boat.

Again with the Swedes!

2009-04-08T06:17:00.000-07:00

Malmo is the new creation from ex Hem and Haw designer Frederik Jonsson, and it has just hit our racks. If you loved H&H, you'll love Malmo, Frederik's tees and shirts are beautifully tailored to sit just so. Channel your inner Scando in Malmo- I feel neat and polished just thinking about it.

More Swedish Goodness

2009-03-21T20:33:00.000-07:00

Just in is our Dr Denim Winter order! We've loaded up on classic, cowboy style checked shirts, long wooly cardis and a slick, Michael Jackson style bomber jacket for the boys, and some lovely shirts and jackets for the ladies.

Shopping Night and Secret Squirrel launch

2009-03-04T21:26:00.001-08:00

Pigeon Ground invite you to a special night of shopping to celebrate the launch of Secret Squirrel's winter '09 collection. With wine by our favourites, Kid You Not, it's sure to be a smash. Below are a few pics from the range to wet your appetite.

Wednesday 18th March 6-8pm at Pigeon Ground

Me & Oli

2009-02-24T17:40:00.000-08:00

New label Me and Oli has arrived in store; Sydney based textile and fashioner designer Lalita LU has created some of the most beautiful and whimsical pieces we've seen in a long time. Owls, badgers and long legged deers are digitally printed in full, glorious colour on the sweetest silk cotton dresses. Finished off with vintage button detailing they are quite literally like wearing a dream around!

New Something Else

2009-02-18T13:25:00.000-08:00

Just arrived at Pigeon Ground is the 1st drop of the new range 'Spirit World' from Something Else. The collection, cut in a muted mix of silver and grey, lavender and black is beautiful and has sent us into a dreamy state of anticipation for some cold weather.
some of our fave picks are this silk georgette oversize t-shirt, and grey jersey dress with silk detailing.

Eighties fever

2009-02-15T23:12:00.000-08:00

check out our latest window- a celebration of colour and all things 1980's. Look closely, you may even spot an album or two you used to own? come on in and head back to the glory days of big hair, Throbbin '84 and zippered swimmers.

Pigeon Ground at Laneway

2009-01-29T14:04:00.000-08:00

We're excited to announce that Pigeon Ground will be part of the Laneway Festival. It won't be your usual festival market more a unique collection of nine local wonders selling their wares for the day so come and say hi.

End of Season SALE

2009-01-29T13:54:00.000-08:00

So as the flyer says we are having an end of season sale on all your fav labels, this means bargains people, bargains! Throw into the mix fresh new vinyl and vintage gems and there is something for everybody, hoorah!

new accessories are killer

2009-01-08T22:48:00.000-08:00

New to the shelves is Queensland accessories label "Urge the Boys". Specialising in pieces that are bohemian pirate chic, the collection features turquoise pendants, chunky bone bangles and oversize cocktail rings that put jack sparrow to shame. And there's even a sparkling leopard cuff for the cougar in all of us. grr

Cult Sydney jewellery label Zoemou has also landed in store this month with a selection of laser cut wooden pieces inspired by Leonardo Da Vinci and his well known anatomical drawings. Skulls, hearts, muscle and sinew feature on pendants and brooches- perfect for giving that vintage outfit a modern edge. Now you can really wear your heart on your sleeve- or your blouse for that matter.

Also new in store from Zoemou is 'Nobilta Di Dame', Zoe's latest and most beautiful collection inspired by the historical Baroque period. Each wooden piece is stained in opulent colours such as jewel green, mulberry, honey oak and chocolate.

Christmas at Pigeon Ground

2008-12-17T03:37:00.000-08:00

EXTENDED CHRISTMAS TRADING HOURS: Pigeon Ground will be open every day of the week from the 18th of December until Christmas Eve. So aside from our regular Thursday to Sunday hours, we'll also be open Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday (Christmas Eve) from 11am to 6pm.

GIFT VOUCHERS: Our vouchers could be a handy solution for that special someone whose taste you can't comprehend. You can get one in any denomination.

CHRISTMAS/NEW YEAR BREAK: We will be closed over the Christmas, New Year period from the 25th of December until the 7th of January.

Thanks for spending your money with us this year. Hopefully you'll like doing it again next year when we re-open on Thursday the 8th of January, 2009. Ho Ho Ho...

Pigeon Ground Clothing SALE

2008-12-11T04:17:00.000-08:00

We're getting into the festive spirit with a huge clothing sale! You'll be sure to grab a bargain with huge savings on labels including: Secret Squirrel, Dr Denim, Encore, Princess Tina, Something Else, BKTM, Funkis Sandals, Lost in the Woods and more.

Sale starts Thursday 11th December so come on down to Pigeon town.

New Zealand school sandals...way too cool for school!

2008-11-14T16:11:00.002-08:00

Forced onto the feet of every New Zealand child since the 1950s, these fabled leather school sandals are now available in adult sizes at Pigeon Ground. Hard wearing yet light weight and comfortable, they come in regulation brown or black but also fetching shades of red, blue, green, yellow and white. All this at prices your pocket will like. Proudly made in a New Zealand factory since 1949, Pigeon Ground is the ONLY place in Sydney you can get them.

Ampersand Window

2008-11-07T16:14:00.000-08:00

To coincide with the Ampersand launch we got the mag to dress our window and we just love the party lights!

AMPERSAND LAUNCH AT PIGEON GROUND!

2008-11-02T16:48:00.000-08:00

Please join us at Pigeon Ground this Thursday 6th of November for the launch of Ampersand, a new journal straight out of the rocking boat of Melbourne. Ampersand is a curiosity journal: ideas unfettered on pages without the distractions of fashion and pretension: a step towards better understanding the world through time travel, landscape architecture, erotic fiction, thunderstorms, literary conventions, fraud, audacity, flunkyism, biology, fiddle music, clubs and societies, out of print books, historical events, mental health, night, etymology and printing and spelling mistakes.

Free booze supplied by Cooks Lot and tucker supplied by The Falconer Cafe, Darlinghurst (zing!)

Performances by Eddie Sharp and Eden Falk! Standing around talking and drinking by You!

Please join us! From 6:00pm. Don't forget to check out the new Spring/Summer ranges of clothes and general goods, and fresh stock from Tim.

Pigeon ground is, and always will be YOUR ONE STOP OLD SCHOOL VARIETY SHOP!

New Princess Tina

2008-10-22T01:06:00.000-07:00

The new Princess Tina summer accessories line is in and beautiful as ever.

Something Summer stock

2008-10-17T15:55:00.000-07:00

We have just received our 1st drop of Something's beautiful new summer collection. Our highlight is this amazing acid floral oversized tee which also comes in a simple dress style perfect for getting about in the summer sunshine.

Another Swedish hottie

2008-10-16T23:28:00.000-07:00

A swedish clothing brand 100% organic, inspired by surfing, snowboarding and the stylish slimmed look of the 70's surf scene is the perfect new edition to the Pigeon Ground shelves. So if you love a good vintage inspired shirt come in and check em out.

Milk from a Thistle

2008-10-06T05:53:00.000-07:00

Just in are some absolutely stunning pieces from a local designer Milk from a Thistle (Danielle Atkinson). The print Danielle drew by hand and all her garments are 100% Australian made. Numbers are limited so get in quick.

New BKTM tees

2008-09-30T06:47:00.000-07:00

Another amazing selection of tees have landed in PG, this time from BKTM, an iconic Melbourne streetware label. With a heavy dose of tongue in cheek, designs include balaclava sock puppets, google eyes and dancing speakers. How can you resist a dancing speaker man, how?

Exclusive Shopping Night Wed 24th Sept

2008-09-08T15:47:00.000-07:00

Das Monk tees

2008-09-05T20:35:00.000-07:00

We love supporting local designers and our latest addition is Marc Hendrick aka Das Monk. His tees are super fun and summer styles are in-store now. Check out these hotties!

Foxy Lady

2008-08-28T22:22:00.000-07:00

We are excited to announce the latest labels to be added to Pigeon Ground's fashion section are Natalie Wood's Something & Something Else. If you've lived in a box for the last few years and don't know of this local girl's amazing designs come in a check them out for yourself.

We fell in love with beautiful fox tee and couldn't resist.

LOVE Designs

2008-08-28T22:21:00.000-07:00

We instantly fell for Melbourne accessories label Love by Geneine Honey. How can you not when there are vintage boys & girls, mushrooms, bikes and the cutest donkey you have ever seen.

Small Rhino Brooches

2008-08-28T22:20:00.000-07:00

Back by popular demand is Tasmanian accessories label Small Rhino. Their range features beautiful wooden brooches cut into art deco birds, hand painted with high gloss enamel. They are sure to make any outfit look super duper.

Street & Fruits Magazine

2008-08-14T15:03:00.000-07:00

Just landed in the hallowed confines of Pigeon Ground is Streets Magazine. This great mag documents street fashion as it happens not on a catwalk but on real people going about their everyday festivities and is the ultimate 'people watcher'. London is documented in this latest edition.

And we also have copies of the latest Fruits mag too. This iconic street fashion mag highlights the forever beautiful world of the clothing obsessed men & women of Japan and is just amazing!

We are part of Sydney Design Festival

2008-08-07T23:52:00.000-07:00

Sydney Design Festival runs from 7-24 August and Pigeon Ground is proud to be involved in the 'There's a Hole in my Bucket' project.
The Project
100 bright yellow buckets will be introduced into the Sydney landscape, each of them rendered useless by a hole cut into their bottom. Since the buckets are no longer able to carry water and undertake their functional purpose, they will be used to signpost examples of design that in the photographers opinion, are flawed or counter-productive in some way.

There is no restriction on the content of the photographs, the only condition is that they must contain a bright yellow bucket with the identification number visible.
For inspiration check out - www.theresaholeinmybucket.com

The images wil be uploaded daily and a closing party on Mon 25th August will celebrate the project and award prizes for the most thought provoking and ingenious submissions.

So come in, grab a bucket at start shooting from the hip and highlight something that frustrates you about Sydney and the designed environment we live in.

Look at Me!

2008-08-06T23:52:00.000-07:00

Our record cover inspired August window has a distinct 'Look at me' vibe celebrating the album cover portrait. If you can name all the faces you are one smart cookie indeed.

Scientist Vs Mad Professor?

2008-07-31T06:27:00.000-07:00

Who did better album covers and who's a nicer guy? Word on the street is the Scientist wins on both those counts. By a nose on the former and a country mile on the latter. Who made better dub? Well, that's still up for debate. They'll be battling that one out on the sound system at Pigeon Ground over the next few weeks (or until sold). They're very lucky King Tubby isn't in on this fight, as although he'd lose on the first 2 criteria, on account of his rubbish album covers and the fact that he's also dead (which disqualifies him from being nice or otherwise), his dub would easily blow those other two knob twiddlers away, but I digress...

There's lots more great dub, roots and rocksteady offerings doing battle in the "fresh stock" rack as of today. First in, best dressed...

July Sale Window

2008-07-22T02:00:00.000-07:00

We've had loads of comments about our current sale window and thought it best to upload a pic for all to see. Isn't it beauuutiiifullll!

And the clothing sale is continuing on this weekend so pop in and grab a bargain.

Clothing SALE

2008-07-08T15:19:00.000-07:00

Its sale time at your favourite inner west variety shop. You'll be sure to grab a bargain with huge savings on vintage clothing and labels including:

Secret Squirrel, Dr Denim, Princess Tina,

Hem & Haw, American Apparel, BKTM,

Limedrop, Lost in the Woods, Small Town,

Betty Joe and Funkis sandals.

Sale starts Saturday 12th July at 11am

see you there!

The Satorialist

2008-07-08T15:04:00.000-07:00

We have been obsessing about The Satorialist blog for the past few months with it's beautiful street fashion. If you love to check how your fellow men & women are dressing or just get a few ideas for your next outfit this, my dear friend is for you.

Even more lost in the woods

2008-07-08T14:41:00.000-07:00

Tucked away in a shambolic studio high up in the labyrinth like corridors of Melbourne's famous Nicholas Building, one man and his scroll saw have forever changed the lapels of a brooch-loving Melbourne public.

Lost in the Woods is the ultimate accessory and we are excited to announce that a couple of new designs have just landed at Pigeon Ground so come in and check them out but be prepared to fall in love.

In the mean time check out some of Simon's amazing art here.

Button up buddy-o

2008-06-26T07:06:00.000-07:00

Just in are classic 4-button 70's styling shirts with a modern appeal. These American Apparel leisure shirts are a slim cut to be super slick and come in red, cranberry, olive and navy. They're super comfy and look great with a pair of fat sideburns.

June Window

2008-06-17T18:56:00.000-07:00

Brown inspired this window and is our colour special colour of the month. Oh how we love that vintage feeling!

Lost In the Woods

2008-06-17T18:36:00.000-07:00

We are excited to announce that 'Lost in the Woods' is now at Pigeon Ground. Stemming from the kooky and unpredictable mind of Melbourne artist/designer Simon MacEwan 'Lost in the Woods' are 100% handmade brooches that are absolutely beautiful, unique and highly addictive.

Oblivion Pavilion

2008-05-07T06:22:00.000-07:00

Another gorgeous window for your viewing pleasure. This time it's to tell you to get down to Roslyn Oxley9 Gallery to check out a group exhibition called Oblivion Pavilion featuring our very own Agatha. The show is on until the 17th of May.

Heels Swedish style

2008-05-07T06:06:00.000-07:00

New from Funkis are these amazing t-bar clogs. Made in Sweden using environmentally friendly plantation timber, they look gorgeous on and are actually comfortable to walk in! Available in patent black and silver they are now in store.

Princess Tina

2008-04-12T21:49:00.000-07:00

New season Princess Tina has arrived in the shop. Gorgeous denim dresses, spotty skirts and quirky tees such as the kitty t-shirt provide plenty of garb to do winter Princess Tina style.

Hooray for new brooches also from Princess Tina! Pretty wooden birds and castles add the perfect finishing touch to any outfit.

BKTM tees

2008-04-12T21:31:00.000-07:00

Fresh mens gear from Melbourne label BKTM have also arrived in store; Awesome hoodies and printed t-shirts including this 'Head in the Clouds' print a collaboration with Misha from Perks And Mini.

Betty Jo Jewellery

2008-04-12T21:15:00.000-07:00

Introducing Melbourne Jewellery label 'Betty Jo' to the shelves at Pigeon Ground. Handmade lino cut brooches and pendants are transformed into lovable characters like Stevo Squirrel and Pip Pony below, giddy up!

Autumn Window

2008-03-19T23:59:00.000-07:00

We all know the best season in Sydney is Autumn with those beautiful warm days & cool clear nights so we've done a window that best represents Autumn for us and here it is.

Limedrop

2008-03-19T23:47:00.000-07:00

New jewlery from Melbourne label 'Limedrop' has arrived on our shelves, with pretty fox face earrings joining the range of beautiful laser cut wood pendants.

Secret Squirrel Clothing

2008-03-19T23:41:00.000-07:00

Inspired by classic fairytales, the new range 'Once Upon a Time in Secret Squirrel Land' features elegant silk dresses, cropped corduroy waistcoats, gathered skirts and gorgeous tops printed with growly bears, sparkling diamonds and magic castles perfect to be in, happily ever after.

Dr Denim Winter

2008-03-19T23:26:00.000-07:00

Uber cool Swedish jeanswear label Dr Denim's winter collection has dropped at Pigeon Ground.

Girls high, paper-bag waist flares in 70's - esque 'Captains Blue' and vintage black sit alongside unisex skinny-leg cuts in black, charcoal and deep navy; and relaxed fir raw-denim styles for guys who like their jeans classic.

Prices start from $125 making Dr Denim great on the butt and the wallet.

Giddy-up!

Damian Robison In-Store Performance

2008-02-05T02:01:00.000-08:00

Sydney indie rocker, Damian Robison will be performing an acoustic set at Pigeon Ground on the morning of Saturday the 9th of February from 11am. See him here in unplugged mode before you see him later in the evening with his full band at the Excelsior Hotel in Surry Hills, where he'll be launching his debut Long Player "Round Robin".

Christmas at Pigeon Ground

2007-12-13T01:29:00.000-08:00

EXTENDED CHRISTMAS TRADING HOURS: For your shopping convenience Pigeon Ground is competing with the big boys and will be open every day of the week from the 13th of December until Christmas Eve to give you maximum opportunity to spend your hard earned with us instead of them. Our trading hours over this period will be: Monday to Saturday 11am-6pm (7pm on Thursday) and Sunday 12 noon-5pm.

GIFT VOUCHERS: You may not know that we have gift vouchers available in any denomination, so if you're really desperate in the last frantic days of Christmas shopping or you can't be arsed gong to the effort of actually selecting that present, never fear, Pigeon Ground gift vouchers are here.

CHRISTMAS/NEW YEAR BREAK: Team Pigeon Ground will be taking a well earned rest at the end of the year. We will be closed over the Christmas, New Year period from the 25th of December until the 16th of January. We all hope you have a great break too (if you get one) and we'll see you all nice and refreshed when we re-open on Thursday the 17th of January, 2008.

Much Love and Festive cheer

Team Pigeon Ground (Agatha, Tim, Bri, Andrew & George) xo

Duke Magazine

2007-12-11T03:16:00.000-08:00

Issue Tres has just hit the shelves ladies & gents.

It features interviews with Richard Neville: founder of the psychedelic cult 70's magazine OZ, A.J. Weberman celebrity garbologist, Sophie Crumb comic, more celebrity bullshit, GAY BASH dance revolution and much, much more.

New Labels

2007-12-11T02:49:00.000-08:00

New to the racks at Pigeon Ground this month is delightful Melbourne label Princess Tina, featuring sweet singlets, skirts and gorgeous wooden brooches. Sitting alongside them is something for the boys - brand new tees from Mont Laroc, another Melbournian. Featuring fat, in your face prints, this label is the antithesis of all things indie-rock.

And if that's not enough, you can now grab yourself a pair of beautiful handmade sandals straight from Sweden town. Funkis footwear has arrived at Pigeon Ground.

Will French - hang 'em high

2007-11-21T04:33:00.000-08:00

hang 'em high, an exhibition of new work by local artist Will French, will be showing in the shop until Christmas. The opening night party is on Friday the 30th of November from 6pm, so come hang 'em high with us to get the festive season waving.

Dr Denim Jeansmakers

2007-10-04T06:05:00.000-07:00

New on the shelves at Pigeon Ground is ‘Dr Denim Jeansmakers’, a family owned and run label from Sweden.
With classic cuts for men and women, the label uses high quality raw denim in a myriad of colours and styles to ensure they have something to flatter any body.

With prices starting from $125, they are sure to suit the wallet too. Yeah!

We Buy Your Kids

2007-09-03T23:47:00.001-07:00

This September, PG is proud to present TRAGEDIES, a month-long exhibition of new hand-screen and digital prints by Newtown-based illustration and design duo WeBuyYourKids.
www.webuyyourkids.com
Sonny and Biddy, aka WeBuyYourKids, work mainly in the music scene, specialising in limited-edition artwork for tour and theatre posters, and album artwork.
Their striking illustrations and hand-carved typography have brought attention to artists including Youth Group, The Drones and Blonde Redhead, and set a new precedent in gig poster artwork.
TRAGEDIES features images from Greek mythology, a cat chasing its tail and a man being eaten by dogs. TRAGEDIES is all our art work that is too intense for the rock n rollers.
TRAGEDIES runs from September 14 – October 12.
Come along on the opening night Sept 14th and be one of the first to snap up one of WBYK's amazing artworks.

Secret Squirrel Summer 07

2007-08-24T20:46:00.000-07:00

Our favourite little secret squirrels have done it again with their new Summer 07 range 'Prairie Rose'.
They've ventured into the Wild West and produced another collection of beautiful, simple designs for ladies and gents that we've become accustomed to and, expect from this inner west duo. Needless to say we have the full range instore so get in early before we sell out.
www.secretsquirrelclothing.com.au