Vivienne Westwood captivated the TikTok generation after the house’s pearl bas relief choker became the most sought-after spring/summer 2021 accessory on the app. The brand’s affinity with a new, younger clientele meant that its signature designs became even more in-demand by stylists of emerging talent. Westwood’s decadent corsetry and British punk outfits are always spectacular on the red carpet, but in 2021 there were 12 celebrity fashion moments that were a cut above the rest.
Dua Lipa was the one who really validated TikTok’s love for Vivienne Westwood. A few weeks after the ’90s pearl choker went viral on the app, Lipa wore head-to-toe Vivienne Westwood to collect her trophies at the 2021 BRIT Awards. Although she changed from a yellow minidress for the red carpet and into a white gown for the after party, Lipa remained wearing the internet-famous pearl choker throughout outfit changes.
Vivienne Westwood fashion moments that were as impactful as Lipa’s were certainly Lashana Lynch at the Not Time to Die premiere, Doja Cat at the MTV VMAs 2021, and Jade Thirlwall at the BRIT Awards 2021. Lynch’s gown was a tribute to her Jamaican heritage, which is also where the James Bond series was written. Doja Cat stayed true to her camp style at the MTV VMAs by wearing a Vivienne Westwood outfit inspired by Christina Aguilera’s look in the “Lady Marmalade” music video. Little Mix’s Jade Thirlwall wore a white Vivienne Westwood gown alongside her pregnant bandmates at the BRIT Awards, and it was a beautiful example in dressing a trio to look like individuals while also being co-ordinated. Keep reading for the 12 best-dressed stars who wore Vivienne Westwood in 2021.
