In front of a Nam June Paik-style pyramid of televisions, models in a variety of odd wigs wore a marvelous riot of plaids, checks, and stripes as well as paint-spattered or iridescent denim, and accessories (buttons, tee shirts, and umbrellas featuring the iconic Westwood "squiggle" design) emblazoned with slogans for causes supported by Westwood such as climate change ("Endangered Species") and her own Active Resistance to Propoganda movement (see my earlier post here).
Some ensembles had a retro vibe but what era it was emulating was hard to pinpoint--slightly 70s, slightly 80s, but cool and full of swagger.
Also shown were pieces featuring the phrase "Prince Charming" and a graphic design of ants. Is that a reference to a certain New Romantic act from days of yore (Adam)?
And finally, Dame Westwood, who has never been known to shy away from penis imagery, sews onto bathing suits a single long slim piece of mirror, pointing up, with two small round mirrors below it. Cheeky! AND hot!
http://www.viviennewestwood.co.uk/
http://www.worldsendshop.co.uk/
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