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Headlining BBFW, on the evening of April 24, 2025, Vivienne Westwood will present 30 new dresses in the beautiful Claustro, University of Barcelona, a 19th century building with more than 150 years of history and Catalan architecture. The choice of an historic and educational center to showcase the collection was key to Vivienne Westwood, with both elements intrinsic to the history of the house.

Brigitte Stepputtis, Design Director, Couture and Bridal said “We are delighted to take part in the Barcelona Bridal Fashion Week next April, offering our first presentation of the bridal collections on a catwalk. The show we will unveil in Barcelona will celebrate femininity and individuality. In Vivienne’s own words, ‘My clothes allow you to project your personality, giving you the opportunity to express yourself.’”

Likewise, Albasarí Caro, Director of BBFW, said: “We couldn’t have a more representative brand than Vivienne Westwood in this 2025 edition inspired by art, creativity, and sustainability, values we share with the iconic British house, which has been key in its ability to redefine fashion and its connection with the social and natural environment. The brand’s presence is and a callout to a bold, daring bride and a true privilege for both BBFW and the city of Barcelona”.

Vivienne Westwood joins the global houses that choose the BBFW for their international presentations before buyers, industry professionals and opinion leaders, celebrities, and media from around the world. In its latest editions, Barcelona Bridal Fashion Week has hosted shows by internationally renowned brands such as Giambattista Valli, Viktor & Rolf, and Elie Saab, among others.

Vivienne Westwood, art and fashion
Vivienne Westwood is one of the last independent global fashion companies in the world, with a design record spanning over fifty years, At times thought provoking, this design house is about more than producing clothes and accessories.

Vivienne Westwood was an influential British fashion designer, known for her rebellious spirit, she stood out for her revolutionary creativity and activism in defense of human rights and the environment.

Westwood combined traditional British design with radical punk aesthetics, using materials and techniques that broke with established norms. She was one of the key figures in the creation of the punk and new romantic movements and her characteristic style was strongly inspired by works of art.

In 1989 she met Andreas Kronthaler, who would later become her husband and long-time design partner, as well as the Creative Director of the Brand, of which he continues in her namesake.

Vivienne Westwood’s designs have also been chosen by numerous celebrities. One of the most emblematic was the wedding dress worn by Sarah Jessica Parker in her role as Carrie Bradshaw in the TV series Sex and the City, as well as the design chosen by singer Miley Cyrus for her wedding to actor Liam Hemsworth, or the many custom looks Taylor Swift has worn during her latest tour. Among royalty, Princess Maria Laura of Belgium and the Queen Consort of the United Kingdom, have been seduced by the brand’s versatility and timelessness.

World leader in bridal fashion
Barcelona Bridal Fashion Week, organized by Fira de Barcelona with the support of the Ministry of Business and Labor of the Catalan Government, will bring together the ecosystem of the bridal fashion industry in its next edition at the Montjuïc venue, where collections from renowned bridal fashion, ceremony, and eveningwear and accessories brands will be presented.

From April 23 to 26, BBFW will host the shows of around 30 designers on its runway, and from April 25 to 27, the tradeshow will gather over 360 international brands, becoming the epicenter of networking and business for professionals, buyers, entrepreneurs, and operators in the global bridal sector.

Barcelona, October 10, 2024

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