Vivienne Westwood: A Punk Fashion Icon

Question 1

Which characteristic is NOT typically associated with Vivienne Westwood's punk and new wave designs?

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Traditional tailoring

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Bold and edgy

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Asymmetrical shapes

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Subculture inspiration

Question 2

What was the primary artistic movement that most inspired Vivienne Westwood's iconic punk fashion designs?

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Situationism

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Pop Art

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Surrealism

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Cubism

Question 3

Which factors significantly influenced Vivienne Westwood's early development and artistic style?

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Her involvement in theater, art school, and exposure to unconventional ideas

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Her affluent upbringing and formal art training

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Her early teaching career and social activism

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Her travels to fashion capitals and exposure to high-end fashion

Question 4

What is Vivienne Westwood's enduring legacy in the fashion industry?

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Her designs continue to inspire and influence modern fashion.

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Her brand has consistently dominated the luxury fashion market.

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Her political activism has overshadowed her fashion contributions.

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Her designs have become outdated and irrelevant in today's fashion landscape.

Question 5

How did Vivienne Westwood's early life and experiences shape her fashion designs?

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Her rebellious spirit and rejection of traditional norms.

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Her involvement in the punk movement of the 1970s.

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Her marriage to Malcolm McLaren, manager of the Sex Pistols.

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Her extensive travels to different countries.

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Vivienne Westwood's punk designs?

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Lace and ruffles

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Asymmetrical shapes

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Safety pins

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Padded shoulders

Question 7

What was the name of Vivienne Westwood's first shop, opened in 1971?

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SEX

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Too Fast To Live Too Young To Die

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World's End

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Seditionaries

Question 8

What was the inspiration behind Westwood's 'Pirates' collection?

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18th-century pirates

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Punk rock music

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New Wave art movement

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Historical fashion

Question 9

What is Vivienne Westwood's philosophy on fashion?

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Fashion should be provocative and challenge societal norms.

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Fashion should follow historical trends and be timeless.

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Fashion should be comfortable and practical.

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Fashion should only be accessible to the elite.

Question 10

How did Vivienne Westwood's collaboration with the Sex Pistols influence punk fashion?

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Her designs featured safety pins and bondage gear, becoming iconic punk symbols.

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It made her a leading figure in the New Romantic movement.

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She used traditional British fabrics to create punk clothing.

Question 11

How has Vivienne Westwood's punk and new wave design aesthetic left a lasting impact on the fashion industry?

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By popularizing the use of unconventional materials such as rubber and metal in high fashion.

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By establishing the position of British designers in the global fashion scene.

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By promoting a return to traditional Victorian aesthetics.

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By solidifying the dominance of androgyny in mainstream fashion.

Question 12

Name Vivienne Westwood's activist organization that focuses on environmental and human rights issues?

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Vivienne Westwood Foundation

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Climate Revolution

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Greenpeace

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Fashion Revolution

Question 13

How does Vivienne Westwood's emphasis on sustainability influence her design approach?

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Westwood prioritizes sustainable materials and ethical production.

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Westwood prioritizes commercial success over environmental concerns.

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Westwood promotes fast fashion to reduce waste.

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Westwood avoids collaborating with environmental organizations.

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Vivienne Westwood's punk designs?

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Subtle colors and traditional fabrics

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Use of safety pins and chains

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Asymmetrical cuts

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Provocative slogans

Question 15

Which of the following best describes the evolution of Vivienne Westwood's design style?

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A continuous fusion of punk aesthetics with elements of corsetry and tailoring

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A gradual shift from experimental to conventional fashion

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A consistent exploration of historical and traditional influences

Question 16

Which of the following best describes the characteristic style of Vivienne Westwood's punk designs?

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Asymmetrical and deconstructed

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Minimalist and understated

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Tailored and sophisticated

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Flowing and feminine

Question 17

The iconic fashion creation credited to the collaboration between Vivienne Westwood and Malcolm McLaren is:

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The safety pin dress

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The Little Black Dress

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The Pencil Skirt

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The Maxi Dress

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT a recurring theme explored by Vivienne Westwood in her designs?

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Minimalism

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Environmentalism

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Gender fluidity

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Monarchy

Question 19

Vivienne Westwood is widely recognized for her signature use of which fabric?

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Tartan

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Silk

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Lace

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Denim

Question 20

Among the accolades received by Vivienne Westwood, which of the following is included?

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Order of the British Empire (OBE)

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Nobel Prize in Literature

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Academy Award for Best Costume Design

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Grammy Award for Album of the Year

Question 21

Vivienne Westwood's current fashion label is known as:

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Andreas Kronthaler for Vivienne Westwood

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World's End

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Let It Rock

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Too Fast to Live, Too Young to Die

Question 22

Which designer is NOT considered to be influenced by Vivienne Westwood's punk aesthetic?

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Giorgio Armani

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Alexander McQueen

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John Galliano

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Rei Kawakubo

Question 23

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Vivienne Westwood's signature punk designs?

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Ruffles

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Asymmetrical cuts

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Safety pins

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Tartan patterns

Question 24

What is the name of the fashion technique popularized by Vivienne Westwood that involves intentionally distressing and tearing fabrics?

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Distressing

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Patchwork

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Ripping

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Fraying

Question 25

Which of the following collaborations did NOT involve Vivienne Westwood and another designer?

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Vivienne Westwood and Vivienne Tam

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Vivienne Westwood and Malcolm McLaren

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Vivienne Westwood and Andreas Kronthaler

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Vivienne Westwood and Jean Paul Gaultier

Question 26

Vivienne Westwood's early designs were primarily influenced by which subculture?

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Punk

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Hippie

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New Wave

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Glam Rock

Question 27

Which iconic fashion item did Westwood make popular in the 1970s?

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The safety pin

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The mini skirt

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The platform shoe

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The maxi dress

Question 28

What was the name of Westwood's first boutique, founded in the early 1970s?

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SEX

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World's End

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Seditionaries

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Anglomania

Question 29

What was the primary inspiration behind Westwood's 'Harris Tweed' collection?

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Traditional Scottish culture

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Environmental activism

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Punk rebellion

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Futuristic technology

Question 30

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Westwood's designs?

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Minimalism

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Bold colors

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Exaggerated silhouettes

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Asymmetrical cuts

Question 31

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Vivienne Westwood's punk designs?

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Ruffles

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Safety pins

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Zippers

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Padded shoulders

Question 32

What was the name of Westwood and Malcolm McLaren's first boutique?

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SEX

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Seditionaries

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World's End

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Punk Palace

Question 33

What is Westwood's philosophy regarding sustainability in fashion?

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She believes that fashion should be ethical and environmentally friendly

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She is against the use of animal products in fashion

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She believes that sustainability is a marketing gimmick

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She does not consider sustainability in her designs

Question 34

Which of the following collaborations is Westwood known for?

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Malcolm McLaren

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Christopher Kane

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Alexander McQueen

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Raf Simons

Question 35

What is the name of Westwood's autobiography?

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Vivienne Westwood: An Autobiography

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Westwood: The Biography

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The Punk Queen

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Rebel with a Cause

Question 36

Which of the following awards has Westwood received?

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Order of the British Empire (OBE)

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Golden Globe Award

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Grammy Award

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Pulitzer Prize

Question 37

Identify the design element that is absent from Vivienne Westwood's punk aesthetic:

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Floral patterns

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Ripped and distressed clothing

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Zippers and safety pins

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Tartan fabric

Question 38

What is the name of Vivienne Westwood's renowned boutique?

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World's End

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Selfridges

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Harrods

Question 39

Who collaborated closely with Vivienne Westwood, serving as her muse and business partner?

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Malcolm McLaren

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David Bowie

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Johnny Rotten

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Sid Vicious

Question 40

Identify the characteristic feature of Vivienne Westwood's new wave designs:

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Asymmetrical cuts and bold color combinations

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Neutral tones and minimalist silhouettes

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Extensive use of leather, studs, and chains

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Traditional tailoring and intricate embroidery

Question 41

Summarize Vivienne Westwood's philosophy on sustainable fashion:

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Buy less, choose well, make it last

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Luxury fashion is inherently sustainable

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Eco-friendly materials are not a priority

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Fast fashion is the way forward

Question 42

Identify Vivienne Westwood's distinctive design element:

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Asymmetrical cuts and flowing fabrics

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Traditional silhouettes with clean lines

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Abstract prints and geometric designs

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Minimalist and monochromatic aesthetics

Question 43

What was the name of Vivienne Westwood's first fashion store, influential in the punk movement?

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SEX

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McLaren

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Seditionaries

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World's End

Question 44

Who was Vivienne Westwood's romantic and professional partner?

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Malcolm McLaren

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Karl Lagerfeld

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Alexander McQueen

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John Galliano

Question 45

What is the name of Vivienne Westwood's sustainable and eco-friendly fashion line introduced in 2008?

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Vivienne Westwood Sustainable

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Gold Label

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Red Label

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Anglomania

Question 46

Which fashion era is Vivienne Westwood most closely associated with?

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Punk and New Wave

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1960s Pop Art

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Victorian Era

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1950s New Look

Question 47

Which award recognized Vivienne Westwood's contributions to the fashion industry?

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Order of the British Empire (OBE)

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Nobel Prize in Literature

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Pulitzer Prize for Fashion

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Grammy Award for Best Costume Design

Question 48

What historical figure inspired Vivienne Westwood's 'Pirate' collection?

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Pirates

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The Renaissance era

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Environmental activism

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Punk music and subculture

Question 49

Which countercultural movement significantly influenced Vivienne Westwood's early designs?

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Punk

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Glam rock

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Mod

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Hippie

Question 50

Beyond fashion, Vivienne Westwood is renowned for her:

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Activism

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Interior design

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Jewelry design

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Photography

Question 51

In recognition of her contributions to fashion, Vivienne Westwood was bestowed with:

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Order of the British Empire

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Tony Award

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Academy Award

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Grammy Award

Question 52

Which theme was not commonly explored in Vivienne Westwood's designs?

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Minimalism

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Sexuality

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Politics