Vivienne Westwood

When Dame Vivienne Westwood met Richard Branson through her former husband Malcolm McLaren years ago, she had no idea it would lead to a such a grand fashion proposition. It seems that Westwood was asked by the business mogul to design the next set of uniforms for his 7,500 person Virgin flight staff for 2014.

The red and black futuristic outfits have been created out of recycled materials like polyster yarn and canvas, as Westwood is super eco-concious. Over the weekend at the Vogue festival, she said, "I really think that Richard Branson has really good motives for everything he does. Fashion — actually let's call it clothing, because most of it isn't fashion — is one of the biggest polluters, it must be with all that landfill. My main focus is quality, rather quantity, and I've been saying to people, 'Buy less, choose well, make it last', Rather than just keep sucking things up."

The women's looks are feminine with a sleek silhouette whilst the male styles are more formal, with the cabin members wearing a three piece suit. How fun is it going to be to fly Virgin surrounded by so much style! Are you excited to see the new outfits next year?

Last month, rumours claimed British models would take part in a fashion event as part of the Olympics Closing Ceremony in London this August. Documents leaked and published today have now added further details about this tribute to great British fashion. As previously reported, Kate Moss and Naomi Campbell will walk the catwalk, and today's reports suggest they will be joined by Stella Tennant, Lily Cole and Georgia May Jagger wearing outfits from the likes of Vivienne Westwood and Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen to a music backdrop of David Bowie songs 'Fashion' and 'Rebel Rebel'. While I'm disappointed Rosie Huntington-Whiteley's name seems to have dropped off the list, I can't wait to see the event. Are you excited for this Olympic fashion parade at the Closing Ceremony on August 12?

Rumour has it Britain's modelling greats Kate Moss, Naomi Campbell and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley will take part in an event to show off the wonders of British fashion at the Olympics Closing Ceremony this August. They will showcase outfits by designers such as Alexander McQueen and Vivienne Westwood during a ­music show on August 12. A source said:

"Organisers wanted the best of British — and that’s exactly what they’ve got. The models were all keen to take part because it will be such a memorable event. British style is known around the world for innovation and creativity, so it’s right that it will be celebrated as part of the show — it will look amazing."

The closing ceremony of the 2012 Olympics in London is called A Symphony of British Music and will include tracks from classical composers like Edward Elgar right up to contemporary pop stars such as Adele. Take That's stage show mastermind Kim Gavin is creative director and choreographer for the ceremony, which will also include Sir Paul McCartney. Are you excited to see Kate, Naomi and Rosie on one catwalk together at the show?

Vivienne Westwood has unveiled a Red Carpet Capsule Collection that's taken inspiration from the Queen's Diamond Jubilee. At the beginning of the month, we got a sneek peek on Twitter at Westwood's collection hanging on the rails, and now Grazia Daily has got shots of the gowns in all their glory. The dresses, which have been influenced by styles Queen Elizabeth II has worn, are characteristically Westwood with their draped fabrics, but the colours are softer than we're used to seeing from the British designer. The taffeta, silk satins, double georgettes and organza crepe de chine gowns come in toned down greys, pale pinks and aqua blues, and will be on sale at Vivienne Westwood stores from May along with earrings worthy of Royalty. Are you surprised the Queen of Punk has taken inspiration from the actual Queen?

Source: Twitter User FollowWestwood