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Forty years of catwalk photography featuring seventy groundbreaking collections from the inimitable Vivienne WestwoodÑover 1,000 looks as they originally appeared in WestwoodÕs iconic shows

ÒThe only reason IÕm in fashion is to destroy the word Ôconformity,ÕÓ Vivienne Westwood (b. 1941) declared early in her career. With her provocative synthesis of historic British fashion, classic painting aesthetics, and punk culture, the British designer has continuously revolutionized the fashion industry since her first catwalk collection, ÒPirate,Ó debuted in 1981. Opening with a concise history of the house and brief biographical profiles of Westwood and her longtime collaborator Andreas Kronthaler, this spectacular volumeÑthe seventh in the celebrated Catwalk seriesÑdocuments all of WestwoodÕs catwalk collections from 1981 to today. Short texts illuminating each collectionÕs highlights and influences are accompanied by carefully curated catwalk photographs showcasing hundreds of clothing ensembles, accessories, beauty looks, and set designs, along with the top fashion models who walked the runway, including Kate Moss and Naomi Campbell. With an extensive reference section, this lavishly illustrated volume provides unrivalled insight into one of the most thought-provoking and influential fashion designers in the world.