VIVIENNE WESTWOOD
VIVIENNE WESTWOOD
Examine a fashion collection from a designer or brand active since 1959. Summarize the major themes of the collection, including historical context, how the designer reflects the eras zeitgeist, and their fashion philosophy.
The askThe processI selected Vivienne Westwood as my designer due to the inspirational impact of her work. Among her collections, I chose the "Wild Beauty" from Autumn/Winter 2022/2023. What intrigued me was her ability to draw inspiration from a prior collection, also named "Wild Beauty," dating back to 2001.
The Autumn/Winter 2022-2023 collection draws inspiration from the Modern Punk movement and the 1950s ideals of clothing and music. Representative of rebellion, akin to the defiance of the 1950s, the collection reflects the contemporary breaking of gender barriers in clothing. Whether seen as a political statement or a symbol of impending change, the rebellion embodied in this line echoes the audacity of its inspirations. Featuring fifty-three looks, the collection seamlessly blends English and Chinese influences, creating a modern punk vision with an earthy color palette and deep orange and red tones. Celebrating the year of the tiger, the collection exudes an animalistic spirit through tiger prints. Vivienne Westwood integrates elements from her previous collections while aligning with the current sustainability zeitgeist. The overarching message of the collection is one that emphasizes "quality over quantity."
The “Wild Beauty'' collection inspires empowerment and pent up political feelings held by the designer. Its promotion of a sustainability minded work continues the now classic Westwood-esque work of having a vision behind a piece beyond the creation of clothing.
The outcome