...By Judah Olanisebee for TDPel Media.
Exploring Vivienne Westwood’s Legacy Through the Iconic Corset
Vivienne Westwood is renowned for her contributions to fashion, from her punk-inspired designs to her vocal activism on social and environmental issues.
However, the corset remains the most recognizable and central item in her brand’s DNA, having been an essential element of her collections since its debut in 1987.
The corset’s historical references are exemplary of Westwood’s designs, which incorporated intricate details and playful parodies of the upper echelons of society.
Vivienne Westwood Corsets Exhibition
A Must-See for Fans Vivienne Westwood’s fans and fashion enthusiasts can delve deeper into the iconic designer’s career and explore her most famous designs through a unique exhibition entitled “Vivienne Westwood Corsets – 1987 to Present Day.”
The exhibition, which will run during London Craft Week starting on May 8th, will showcase a variety of corsets, from the first collection to the latest designs by Andreas Kronthaler, Westwood’s former husband.
The exhibition will take place at the Westwood flagship store on Conduit Street, providing visitors with a chance to admire the pieces up close.
New Line of Corset-Inspired Jewellery In addition to the exhibition, a new line of corset-inspired jewellery will be available for purchase, featuring a gold “Portrait” corset first shown during the AW87 Harris Tweed collection.
The new collection will allow Westwood’s fans to keep a piece of the iconic designer’s work close to their hearts.
Highlights of London Craft Week
London Craft Week features a range of exciting events for those interested in fashion and craft.
Highlights of this year’s event include leather crafting demonstrations by Belgian accessories brand Delvaux, a bio-embellishment and embroidery workshop featuring seaweed sequins at The Mills Fabrica, and workshops on making traditional Korean silk lucky pouches known as Bok Jumeoni at the V&A.
Attendees can learn more about craft techniques and find inspiration from various exhibitions, workshops, and events during this week-long celebration of creativity.
