It’s fair to say that Vivienne Westwood fashion is unique. You certainly wouldn’t confuse it with being, say, Armani or Paul Smith. It is iconic of the British Punk era of the 1970s, with strong Patriotic statements and Festish inspired accessories – it’s difficult to think of Westwood without simultaneously imagining Johnny Rotten and the Sex Pistols. And the same ethos has been implemented to her dabbling in the Interior world, creating edgy Punk inspired pieces to inject some mischief into the home. In conjunction with Cole & Son Wallpapers and The Rug Company, Westwood has created a small selection of Punk items – so here a just a few.
The rugs are great – real statement pieces which strike a political point as well as a fashionable one. Unfortunately, the prices are about as far away from the grass roots of Punk Fashion as you could imagine, but that’s fashion for you. This is Interior Design for Rock Stars as you’d be pushed to afford any on a normal income.
The wallpapers are by far more affordable and can have an equally dramatic impact on a room. Teaming any of these designs with traditional furniture (think worn leather wingback chairs) and you’re onto a winning Punk look.
