Words of wisdom from Vivienne Westwood

Fashion icon, dame, philanthropist, revolutionary, mother, grandmother and wife, Vivienne Westwood has packed more into her 78 years than many could achieve in several lifetimes.

An architect of punk as a movement, it’s hard to imagine what British fashion and culture would look like today without her fearless creative vision.

Outspoken and uncompromising in her commitment to improving the planet – Dame Viv has proven time and time again that fashion can have a conscience and be a platform for instigating change in society.

From feminism, to over consumption and class – here are some of our favourite words of wisdom from our favourite dame.