The TedsFirst edition of The Teds by Chris Steele Perkins and Richard Smith. First impression. Medium format hardback in fine condition. About The Teddy Boys were a flashily dressed, rebellious and sometimes violent youth movement that originated in Britain in the 50s. The three quarter length Edwardian jacket with velvet collar, drainpipe trousers and quiff became a focus of male fashion which still holds cult status today. The Teds combines image and text