IT'S retro, but not as we know it.

The Glasgow couple and self-confessed magpies behind Beatroot And Lace have come up with a vintage emporium with a twist.

As well as selling the quirkiest clothes, collectibles and crockery of the past at regular fairs and their Barras stall, Marco Fusco and Jennie Gear are showcasing the music and art stars of the future.

The first fair takes place on September 20, over three floors at Glasgow School of Art's student union.

"We want to create a place where people can just hang out, collaborate, get together - a real community," explains 39-year-old Marco.

Jennie, 29, agrees: "Glasgow loves vintage, it's everywhere, but no-one else is doing something quite like this," she grins.

Sculptor and artist Jennie and musician and music promoter Marco decided to set up Beatroot And Lace after the birth of their daughter, Maia, who is now 11 months old.

"We wanted to do something that would give us time at home with Maia. I'd been involved in the music business, then been a chef, and the hours were horrendous," adds Marco.

"The idea of running a vintage shop appealed to us both - we love collecting things, and our house was full of them."

Jennie is studying sculpture and environmental art at Glasgow School of Art, but her love of vintage goes back to her childhood.

"My mum used to take me to antique fairs when I was little," she recalls. "I remember going to one on my ninth birthday and being told to choose a present."

The first Beatroot And Lace Bazaar will feature around 30 stalls showcasing vintage sellers, antique traders, artisan makers, contemporary artists and live music.

Designers include Ms Bubalinko's Vintage Emporium, Afraid, Eyedresser, Dreamland and B-Rox Retro Vintage.

There will also be a fundraising element, with proceeds going to Glasgow School of Art's fund in aid of the fire-damaged Mackintosh building. , following the devastating fire earlier in the year.

"The School of Art has been part of my life for a long time, so it seemed appropriate to support it," adds Jennie.

The couple have booked fairs up until Christmas, and will be concentrating on expanding their Barras stall - and looking after Maia.

"She loves coming here, but it's a bit hazardous for a baby," laughs Marco.

"We're really excited about the bazaars and the stall - it's been a real dream of ours to do this for a long time, to bring the vintage, music and art scenes together."