Dame Viv…
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Dame Vivienne Westwood is a high ceiling where thoughts and dreams drift upwards and average or ordinary would be a rude word. So is it surprising that at the age of 72 she’s shorn off her trademark titian hair?
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‘Vivienne cut her hair as we all must wake up to climate change’ a spokesperson said, adding ‘And secondly, she wanted to cut the red out for a while and have it white to show she’s proud of her age.’ Westwood is known as an active climate campaigner – indeed, last month she said she wouldn’t be expanding her empire in order to concentrate on backing Greenpeace’s work to protect the Arctic – but somehow, the age bit has greater resonance recognising that the way you look is a hyper-potent source of expression. More than visual bravado it says it’s not beauty in the classical sense that matters, but talent, integrity, intelligence and style.
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Unique in a sea of sheep, she will always present the stuff that makes people feel uncomfortable..and she’ll do it smiling with mischievous pleasure. Just like those boots she’s wearing.
Of course, those of us in the know recognise the Laura Lynn effect..expect short hair to be BIG this summer!
Laters, Kate x
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Go Viv! Another convert to celebrating rather than hiding our roots. Happy to be in her gang any day. Ps… At Classic Car Boot on Sat if u free? Xx
I’m there! xxx
Two gorgeous Women with beautiful features and hair! Working on my end to age gracefully. XO
Thinking ahead (hehe) I can’t decide whether to go long and Daphne selfe or short pixie..it’s that thought that when you cut it, you’ll never grow it again… xxx
Both ladies look great! I’m so glad this trend of embracing one’s natural looks and age is gaining ground… been part of this family for the past five years or so and never looked back! xxx
Have you gone short as well or remained with flowing locks? There was a time when it was considered indecent for women past 40 to have long hair..now – what ever suits you goes! Dame Judy Dench is another one with a fabulous short crop xxx
No, actually once I gave up on finding a shade that would not turn orange after a couple of shampoos and decided that grey highlights are (way) better, my hair started growing stronger and healthier, enough to let long! So here I am, a nature’s child approaching 50 and loving silver! Mmm, how indecent! 😉 xxx
PS: I.Love.Judy.Dench’s short crop! Perfection!
What an incredibly strong woman Vivienne Westwood is ! She stays true to herself no matter what, and her last dramatic metamorphosis is no exception ! We should look up to modern goddesses like her to live honestly and age gracefully ! xxxxx
She has my heart! xxx
Thank you for a follow up class discussion from last week’s! Of course, Westwood! Why didn’t I think of that? May I be as gorgeously barmy at her age! And here’s to the Laura Lynn effect! Stunner that she is xo
I know! I look at her and hope!! If the worst comes to the worst I will invest in some serious ear candy….detract the eyes! xxx
Thank you for this lovely post Kate and the reminder that…
“True beauty comes from what’s real and natural”…
two attributes not easily found in today’s world. ~xo
PS And just made my way to Laura Lynn’s blog…
such a courageous + beautiful lady…
thank you for this introduction too~
It’s odd – I’ve been thinking about it since the McQueen post..there was no falling at the font of beauty there, it was all strength and fierceness..which somehow seems rather wonderful! xxx
Here’s another person I’ve never heard of–but she looks and sounds like someone I’ll need to find out more about!
She’s quite a character! The founder of punk and much more besides, who has managed to stand the test of time in the fickle world of fashion. No mean feat! xxx
Wow- so lovely!! Thank you for sharing!!
I quite like the idea of being an old lady that shocks! xxx
Bravo! 🙂
It’s wonderful to see non-conformity..and that feather headdress is knock-out!! xxx
Vivienne Rocks!
Amen to that! xxx
She is no ordinary old lady, isn’t she? She is one of a kind. And I respect her fierceness. She is fabulous!!
Crazy and Fabulous! Sigh.. xxx
Wow, I thought I was lost when I saw my photo there. One of my favorite selfies too! And to be posted with Le Grand Dame Viv…I die! Yes, my hair is growing out now and even better? It has come back thicker and stronger (much like my figure) This post was so beautifully timed as I was just leaning out my window looking at the moon and wondering what my next step was going to be…inspiration is a beautiful thing Kate! Hugs to all of you lovely ladies. And to Kate!
Hear, hear..I think spring is finally in the air…I need something to blame my spring cleaning urge on! xxx
Perish the thought. Blame should never be apportioned to Spring! Spring is perfect in every way. I’m sitting on the porch with my feet in a foot bath and my white wine, surrounded by seed packets. Spring cleaning is coming….
Seed packet are far more romantic! xxx
Loving the headdress. Vivienne Westwood has always been up there for me, she cares, but she doesn’t care, if you know what I mean. A real woman that isn’t afraid not to conform. X
I would love to sit down with her over tea and a sticky bun and see if all the thoughts in my head match up.. xxx