John Bates; designer of the costumes for the TV series. The Avengers encapsulated fashion’s mid-60s turn towards youth. The most memorable collection of clothing designed by John Bates (who died aged 87). Had just 35 garments plus a few accessories,

Anne Tyrell dedicated more than five decades to the fashion industry. Latterly holding a string of positions including member of the British Fashion Council advisory board. Chairman of its colleges council and member of design charity Texprint’s management council. She