Vivienne Westwood, punk fashion icon dies at 81

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Vivienne Westwood, punk fashion icon dies at 81

Vivienne Westwood, the British fashion designer whose work is credited for bringing punk styles to the mainstream, is dead.

A statement from the designer’s team revealed that she passed on Thursday in South London amidst family.

“Vivienne continued to do the things she loved, up until the last moment, designing, working on her art, writing her book, and changing the world for the better,” the statement reads in part.

“She led an amazing life. Her innovation and impact over the last 60 years has been immense and will continue into the future.”

 

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