Vivienne Westwood captivated the TikTok generation after the house's pearl bas relief choker [1] 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 [2], but in 2021 there were 12 celebrity fashion moments [3] 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 [4] 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 [5] at the Not Time to Die premiere, Doja Cat at the MTV VMAs 2021 [6], and Jade Thirlwall [7] 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 [8]'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.