Vivienne Westwood Catwalk

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One of the most thought-provoking and influential designers in the world – she once declared 'the only reason I'm in fashion is to destroy the word "conformity"' – Vivienne Westwood reinvented, changed and challenged the world of fashion for over five decades. With 2.5 million copies in print, each cloth-bound volume in the official and authorized Catwalk series is produced in close collaboration with the world's top fashion houses. These treasure troves of inspiration are must-have references for all fashion fans and professionals. Celebrating 40 years of catwalk collections, this book records the inimitable creations imagined by Vivienne Westwood since her first runway show in 1981, as well as those designed by her husband and long-time collaborator, Andreas Kronthaler. Complete with an introduction and collection texts by Alexander Fury, and biographies written by the designers themselves, Vivienne Westwood Catwalk offers a rare opportunity to chart the development of a uniquely creative fashion house. After Chanel, Dior, Louis Vuitton, Yves Saint Laurent and Prada, Vivienne Westwood – is the sixth new volume in the best-selling Catwalk series, which offers an unrivalled overview of the collections of the world’s top fashion houses through original catwalk photography. With 1300 illustrations in colour Review: Heavy and great quality - It did take me a while to buy as it was one of the more expensive fashion books but I love it. You can read the book which is interesting and tells you a lot about the designer and her art. the covers on them all are gorgeous and can be put on display. I will definitely be purchasing others again. it has great quality. Review: Westwood has earned her place in fashion designer's who have paved their way to greatness - Stunning & beautiful book. Definitely a collective or collectors version that is worthy to add to those who love fashion. All fashion and designer's who have been pivotal contributors to the industry