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The Beatles and their little-known impact on fashion history

Journalist Deirdre Kelly talks about her new book Fashioning The Beatles, and why their sense of style was as important to their success as their music.

Journalist Deirdre Kelly wrote the book on the English rock band's influential style, both then and now

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Portrait of British pop group The Beatles (L-R) Paul McCartney, George Harrison (1943 - 2001), Ringo Starr and John Lennon (1940 - 1980) at the BBC Television Studios in London before the start of their world tour, June 17, 1966. (Photo by Central Press/Getty Images)
Portrait of British pop group The Beatles (L-R) Paul McCartney, George Harrison (1943 - 2001), Ringo Starr and John Lennon (1940 - 1980) at the BBC Television Studios in London before the start of their world tour, June 17, 1966. (Photo by Central Press/Getty Images) (Central Press/Getty Images)
6:32How The Beatles' style impacted their enduring legacy

The Beatles are well known for their impact on music, history and the way we think about fandom. Now, there's a new book adding an extra layer to their legacy.

Journalist Deirdre Kelly sits down with host Elamin Abdelmahmoud to talk about her book, Fashioning The Beatles, and why The Fab Four's sense of style was as influential a component of their success as their music.

You can listen to the full discussion from today's show on CBC Listen or on our podcast, Commotion with Elamin Abdelmahmoud, available wherever you get your podcasts.

Interview with Deirdre Kelly produced by Ty Callender.

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