Vivienne Westwood Hosts Bridal and Couture Capsule Collections in West Sussex

SHOWING IN SUSSEX: British label Vivienne Westwood showcased its bridal and couture collections on Friday during a small event held at the Nyetimber Champagne estate in West Sussex, England. Brigitte Stepputtis, head of couture at Vivienne Westwood, presented the collections during an event at the Nyetimber vineyard, which included a tour of the grounds, a wine tasting and a vegetarian lunch in keeping with the designer’s ethos. The White Barn on the Nyetimber estate provided a dramatic backdrop for 10 mannequins dressed in the designs. The sprawling estate spans 483 acres, including barns and vineyards that produce chardonnay, pinot noir and pinot meunier. Stepputtis said her lineup was inspired by Greek – and Hollywood – goddesses as well as high-society women. There were also influences from 17th and 18th century salon culture, which originally encouraged Westwood to learn corsetry. Stepputtis said the label is not creating a full red carpet collection, but a relatively small range. “Business is going well,” she said. “Especially with the bridal because it has become more fashion. Before, it was a very conservative thing. But now brides are more playful.” “Westwood’s clients always come because they always want something special,” she added. “They have in mind what they want. She’s

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