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Vivienne Westwood was a pioneering British fashion designer and activist.
Dubbed “the undisputed Queen of British fashion” by musician Boy George, the acclaimed late designer bridged the gap between music and fashion in a manner that has reverberated for decades. Today, her namesake label is beloved for its long history of imaginative, unique designs.
Many celebrities sport Vivienne Westwood pieces. Among them are Kim Kardashian, Thandiwe Newton, Salma Hayek, Gigi Hadid, Kate Hudson and Halsey. In recent years, social media influencers have introduced the luxury brand to a new generation of fashionistas.
Westwood was appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire in 1992 and was made a Dame in 2006. The award-winning designer died in 2022.
On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Vivienne Westwood apparel and accessories.
Dubbed “the undisputed Queen of British fashion” by musician Boy George, the acclaimed late designer bridged the gap between music and fashion in a manner that has reverberated for decades. Today, her namesake label is beloved for its long history of imaginative, unique designs.
Many celebrities sport Vivienne Westwood pieces. Among them are Kim Kardashian, Thandiwe Newton, Salma Hayek, Gigi Hadid, Kate Hudson and Halsey. In recent years, social media influencers have introduced the luxury brand to a new generation of fashionistas.
Westwood was appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire in 1992 and was made a Dame in 2006. The award-winning designer died in 2022.
On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Vivienne Westwood apparel and accessories.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 20, 2024
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Vivienne Westwood Black Set - '00s
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Milano, IT
Vivienne Westwood Black set, including a jacket with long sleeve and button fastening, and long asymmetrical skirt with zip fastening.
* Two small holes barely visible.
Total top l...
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Early 2000s European Skirt Suits
Vivienne Westwood F/W 1996 Couture Black velvet and satin bow corset
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Milano, IT
- Vivienne Westwood gold label black velvet and satin bow corset
- Sold by Skof.Archive
- Designed by Vivienne Westwood
- Fall-Winter 1996
- Flat Satin bow and profilature
- Back h...
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1990s English Evening Dresses and Gowns
Vivienne Westwood Tartan Mohair Cropped Jacket, F/W 1993
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Norwich, GB
Vivienne Westwood tartan mohair cropped jacket, from the Fall/Winter 1993 'Anglomania' collection. Features ornate gold buckles on the sides with leather...
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1990s British Coats and Outerwear
A/W 1992 Vivienne Westwood Faux Fur Leopard Print Coat and Glove Set
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A/W 1992 Vivienne Westwood 'Always on Camera' Collection faux fur red and beige leopard print coat and glove set. Midi length long sleeve faux fur double-breasted coat with large lapels and pockets at hips pairs with matching faux fur gloves...
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1990s Coats and Outerwear
Vivienne Westwood Black Faux Fur Oversized Cropped Jacket, fw 1993
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival Vivienne Westwood Cropped Faux Fur Jacket
▪ Creative Director: Vivienne Westwood
▪ Fall-Winter 1993
▪ Sold by One of a Kind Archive
▪ Crafted from black faux fur
▪ Designe...
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1990s English Jackets
Vivienne Westwood black satin evening corset, c. 1990s
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
▪ Vivienne Westwood black satin evening corset
▪ Boning designed to cinch the waist and push breasts up
▪ Back zip fastening
▪ FR 38 - U...
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