WWD’s page one story, “Watch Out for the New BP" (short for WWD’s “Beautiful People” in society coverage) noted that British punkers were more than scenic — they were the next big thing in fashion.

Punk rock fashion wasn’t just about clothing; it was a movement against conformity. Safety pins, mohawks, and DIY designs were symbols of self-expression and defiance. These iconic figures not ...

If you’re out and about today, you might notice a few people around you wearing an unusual accessory on their top: a silver safety pin. But it’s not a low-key resurgence of punk fashion.