31/12/2022
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Vivienne Westwood's death marks the end of an era. She leaves behind an important legacy. She was a beacon of the good in humanity, bringing punk aesthetics & values to the mainstream fashion world and advocating for sustainability & human rights. Her philosophy influenced many, including us at outrare. She pioneered sustainability in fashion in the 1970s, advocating for quality over quantity. She is the queen of punk, popularizing a DIY aesthetic and the most important of punk values & bringing them to the mainstream. Vivienne was a pioneer of androgynous fashion, challenging traditional gender norms. Her legacy also involves directly educating the next generation of designers & creative thinkers. Many famed designers credit her as a major source of inspiration, including Alexander McQueen & John Galliano. R.I.P. Vivienne, a legend & an icon.