Fashion rebel Vivienne Westwood turns 80
Where once the inimitable Queen of Punk created unforgettably wild, anarchic fashion, now the spry octogenarian champions sustainable living.
Fashion icon and activist
The daughter of a shoemaker and a cotton spinner, she had a knack for fashion even as a child. Today Westwood is one of the most famous designers in the world. But she is more than just a fashion icon – she provokes with her appearances and is a committed campaigner for the climate and human rights.
Famous redhead
The fashion world was tickled pink when the flashy woman from London presented her first catwalk show, the Pirate Collection, in 1981. With that legendary show, Vivienne Westwood said farewell to punk - and became a recognized fashion designer. From that day on, the redhead and her unconventional creations were part of all the major shows.