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Suit

1998 (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Vivienne Westwood's bold and outlandish designs grew into popularity as she pioneered fashion during London's punk and New Wave era. Using deconstructed punk style combined with classical lines, tartan, and innovative tailoring, she creates looks that are daring and adventurous. This audacious ensemble complete with Tudor inspired doublet and pumpkin breeches illustrates Westwood's recall of the past in her groundbreaking new designs.

Object details

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Object type
Parts
This object consists of 3 parts.

  • Jacket
  • Breeches
  • Shirt
Brief description
Suit, metallic silver polyester and spandex blend dress shirt, imitation fur breeches and grey wool jacket with floral pattern, Vivienne Westwood, England, 1998.
Credit line
Given by Mark Reed
Summary
Vivienne Westwood's bold and outlandish designs grew into popularity as she pioneered fashion during London's punk and New Wave era. Using deconstructed punk style combined with classical lines, tartan, and innovative tailoring, she creates looks that are daring and adventurous. This audacious ensemble complete with Tudor inspired doublet and pumpkin breeches illustrates Westwood's recall of the past in her groundbreaking new designs.
Collection
Accession number
T.55:1 to 3-2011

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Record createdMarch 15, 2011
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