I'm quite amazed that Flip remains in the memory  Of so many.    I use to work there part time and later  Full time when I left school.  I stood out a bit because I was a provincial 'soul boy/casual' from  Greenhithe village now ( Bluewater )amongst these wonderful   Eclectic staff which included rockabillies, boy George clones and the 501 , cowboy boot wearing crew.  I think the staff were as memorable as the clothing.  Charles,Patrick ,rick,roberto etc . I miss them all ....good times.