Legendary British fashion designer Vivienne Westwood has died at the age of 81.
She passed away peacefully surrounded by her family in South London according to a statement by her representatives.
Westwood burst onto the fashion scene in the 1970s and is known for her influence on the punk movement as well as her commitment to climate activism.
Julia Robson is a freelance fashion journalist - and she says Westwood was a pioneer throughout her illustrious career.
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She passed away peacefully surrounded by her family in South London according to a statement by her representatives.
Westwood burst onto the fashion scene in the 1970s and is known for her influence on the punk movement as well as her commitment to climate activism.
Julia Robson is a freelance fashion journalist - and she says Westwood was a pioneer throughout her illustrious career.
IN: "She was ahead..."
OUT: "...fashion genius creator."
DUR: 39s
CLIP: http://fsnradionews.com/feeds/1229RobsonWestwood-jd.mp3