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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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Black draped jersey cocktail dress VIVIENNE WESTWOOD Couture
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black draped jersey cocktail dress . Fabric composition: 100% nylon.
Invisible zip closure on the left side.
SIZE : M
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2010s British Cocktail Dresses
S/S 2005 Vivienne Westwood White Asymmetric Draped white Halter Neck Dress
By Vivienne Westwood, RED LABEL by VIVIENNE WESTWOOD
Located in Sheffield, GB
Spring / Summer 2005 Vivienne Westwood White Asymmetric Draped white Dress featuring a draped collar line with ruched bust, figure hugging silhouette and past the knee length hem.
MA...
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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses
Vivienne Westwood Red Label Black Wool Tie-Neck Knit Shirt, 1990s
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A sweet take on the classic black tee shirt. Vivienne Westwood Red Label circa 1990's. Long sleeve tapered waist silhouette. Key-hole cut out at neck with tie detail. 100% Italian wo...
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20th Century Blouses and Tops
Vivienne Westwood 'Dressing Up' A/W Pearl White Boulle Dress, 1991/1992
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Vivienne Westwood dress so fabulous, that the Dame herself wore one (in black, which we also have) when meeting with Lady Diana! Following the iconic A/W 1990/1991 The Portrait col...
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20th Century Casual Dresses
A/W 2003 Vivienne Westwood Black Velvet Off-Shoulder Bustier Skirt Suit Ensemble
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Sublime Autumn/Winter 2003 Vivienne Westwood ensemble ! Featuring a black velvet off-shoulder silhouette, wrap around top with complimenting black wool circle skirt. The top featur...
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Early 2000s Italian Skirt Suits
Spring 2007 Vivienne Westwood Red Label Burgundy Striped off Shoulder Dress
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Spring / Summer 2007 Vivienne Westwood dress. Crafted in 100% Cotton burgundy / maroon and white pinstripe. Featuring a draped collar line that can be styled on or off the shoulder...
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