Unyielding, provocative, and truly unique, Vivienne Westwood left an indelible mark on the fashion world with her collections, which were consistently tied to the political and environmental causes dear to her heart. Her passing on December 29, 2022, marked the end of a forty-year legacy. Following an initial tribute show last season, her husband, Andreas Kronthalerdelved into the house’s archives, reimagining and revitalizing them to pay homage once more to the career of the legendary designer.
What to remember from the Vivienne Westwood Spring/Summer 2024 show?
Andreas Kronthaler selected the Pavillon Vendôme in Paris’s 1st arrondissement as the backdrop for the unveiling of his Spring/Summer 2024 collection. The designer chose to pay a poignant tribute to Vivienne Westwoodrenowned for her punk-inspired creations, by reworking pieces from the fashion archives, as well as personal garments worn by the British icon, which they both shared. “I archived her closet at home, photographed the looks and numbered them, put them all in a hat, and picked 34 because those are the years I knew Vivienne,” he stated in a release. “Exactly as I picked, they came out on the runway.”
Andreas Kronthaler for Vivienne Westwood Spring/Summer 2024
Andreas Kronthaler for Vivienne Westwood Spring/Summer 2024
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Every signature code of Vivienne Westwood was present in the collection, from the mix of prints to the sky-high heeled booties (reminiscent of those sported by Naomi Campbell during the Fall/Winter 1993 runway), along with the ubiquitous checkered motifs, the patchwork of materials, the broad-shouldered dresses, and the corsets adorned with floral tattoos. This collection stands as a comprehensive exploration of everything Andreas Kronthaler and Vivienne Westwood accomplished throughout their years of collaboration.
Andreas Kronthaler for Vivienne Westwood Spring/Summer 2024
Andreas Kronthaler for Vivienne Westwood Spring/Summer 2024
Andreas Kronthaler for Vivienne Westwood Spring/Summer 2024
2023-09-30 20:57:02
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