Vivienne Westwood Limited Edition Galaxy "Endangered Species" Shoulder Bag #46

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Limited edition galaxy print bag from the iconic Endangered Species collection. This spacious bag was part of a small range created using recycled materials, printed with unique artwork featuring a design hand-drawn by Westwood that shines a light on the plight of critically endangered animal species, including the Sumatran tiger. A portion of the proceeds from this collection was donated to several charities supporting these causes. Its size is incredibly practical—perfect for carrying university books + laptop. Size: Vertical 32cm, Width 45cm, Gusset 20cm Shoulder Strap Length: Adjustable from 75cm to 136cm Handle Height: 17cm In great pre-loved condition. Open to reasonable offers! Crafted from durable recycled canvas. Vivienne Westwood -- From bringing British punk fashion into the mainstream in the 1970s to her political activism and climate action, Vivienne Westwood’s legacy is set to be influential for many generations to come. The different fashion movements that characterised her career can be clearly divided between 4 different periods: the Punk era in the 70s, the Pagan years in the 80s, Anglomania in the 90s, and the era of social and political activism from the 2000s up to the present day. 1971-1980: the Punk era In 1965, Westwood met Malcolm McLaren – leader of “The Sex Pistols” band, and started pursuing a career in fashion together. In 1971, they opened their boutique 430 Kings Road in London, which quickly became the fashion center of the punk movement, filled with Westwood’s designs that dressed the band. 2000- present The period from the 2000s was characterized not only by the designer’s growing influence in the fashion industry but also by her social and political activism and her battle against climate change. From garments bearing slogans (a wink to her punk days), to runway protests about Brexit, global warming and free speech, everything she released had underlying social messaging.