Vivienne Westwood Anglomania

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Anglomania by Vivienne Westwood is a range created by the iconic British designer in 1993. With this range she continued her parody of classical British outfits and materials, such as plaid, mini kilts and grand gowns and mirrored the complexity of some outfits worn by the upper class. She designed and created special tartans and tweeds and used these in dramatic and theatrical Scottish themes. The best example of this is the well known tartan Wedding Ensemble.

The new range continues the bold, brightly coloured tartan trend in some of the outfits, but has a new twist for autumn and winter 2011 and 2012. The clothing associated with the Japanese ritual of Yabusame, which is archery performed from the back of a galloping horse, is the inspiration for this year's Vivienne Westwood Anglomania collection. The shape of the garments is much squarer, especially where the shoulders are concerned; giving them a strong and geometric look. The clothing includes coats and tunics and larger harem trousers; when worn together this creates a layered look.

Different textures and colours are combined with prints, at first glance appearing mismatched. Colour blocked material has a calligraphy pattern, achieved by thick, darkly coloured strokes made by calligraphy brushes. Prints are inspired by tribal patterns and are combined with the trademark Anglomania Vivienne Westwood tartans, checks and bold, chunky stripes, giving the ensembles a decidedly modern look. Large belts with chunky buckles and leggings complete the look. Colours include red, taupe, the usual black and a dusty teal blue.