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Who's Vivienne Westwood?
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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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Vintage 1994 Gingham Pink Mini Skirt
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Vintage Vivienne Westwood 1994 pink mini skirt. Features gingham print in pink, ruffled back with invisible zip, Vivienne Westwood orb button and fully lined in a mini length. In exc...
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1990s English Skirts
Vintage F/W 1993 Runway Portrait Corset
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Rare Vivienne Westwood F/W 1993 Corset re-released from the iconic F/W 1990 'Portrait' collection, as seen on the runway. Features “Daphnis & Chloé” By François Boucher. This corset ...
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1990s English Blouses and Tops
Vintage F/W 1991 Portrait Corset
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Vivienne Westwood Fall Winter 1991 ‘Portrait’ collection black and gold corset. Features square neckline, boning, zip back closure and gold metallic print. In excellent vintage condi...
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1990s English Blouses and Tops
Vivienne Westwood Women's Black Long Sleeves Polo Shirt
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Hardly any visible wear to top is evident other than light pilling on this used Vivienne Westwood designer resale item.
Details
Black
Cotton
Long sleeves polo...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Hooded Jackets
Vivienne Westwood Vivienne West Wood Anglomania Black Corset T-shirt Dress XS
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Hardly any visible wear to dress is evident on this used Vivienne West Wood Anglomania designer resale item.
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21st Century and Contemporary British T-Shirts
Vivienne Westwood Spring 1986 Orb & Polka Dot Denim Jeans
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Hertfordshire, GB
Vintage Vivienne Westwood
Spring 1986 "Mini-crini" collection
Blue denim jeans with polka dot and orb pattern
High waisted
Measurements -
Waist 27.5"
Hips 36"
Outside leg length...
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