Westwood suit Fall 1993

Vivienne Westwood
Suit
Multicolor wool, black velvet
Anglomania collection
Fall 1993, England
Museum purchase, 2001.79.1
 

This suit incorporates elements of Vivienne Westwood’s fascination with traditional British dress, specifically in its precise tailoring and use of tartan fabric. She irreverently combines these elements with asymmetrical design and mixes tartans to create a suit that reflects her creativity and eclecticism. After revolutionizing fashion with her 1970s Punk designs, Westwood started her own label in 1983. Her synthesis of meticulous construction and a streetwear-inspired aesthetic has established her as a leading contemporary designer.