Vivienne Westwood: The Personal Collection Auction at Christie’s

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Introduction

Ever wondered what it would be like to glance over and pick out an item from the personal wardrobe of one of the most influential designers of all time? The personal wardrobe of the late British icon and mother of punk fashion, Vivienne Westwood, will go under the hammer at Christie’s this summer.

Auction Details

Auction Details

More than 200 lots have been consigned, spanning four decades, and the sale is led by Westwood’s husband and design partner, Andreas Kronthaler. The sale proceeds will go towards Westwood’s own charity (The Vivienne Foundation), Amnesty International, and Médecins Sans Frontières.

Event Information

Event Information

Vivienne Westwood: The Personal Collection will be presented at two auctions: a live sale in London on 25 June and an online auction from 14-28 June. A free public exhibition showcasing the collection is taking place at Christie’s HQ alongside the auction from 14-24 June.

Unique Items

The auctions will showcase some of the most iconic looks she created and wore during the last four decades of her life. They contain garments, shoes, and jewelry, with the earliest piece included in the sale originating from the Witches collection for Autumn/Winter 1983/84.

Before her death in December 2022, Vivienne Westwood designed a series of playing cards to raise awareness about environmental and political issues. The cards are now up for sale to raise funds for Greenpeace.

Vivienne Westwood: The Personal Collection live sale takes place at Christie’s London on 25 June, with an online auction taking place alongside from 14-28 June.

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