Book Review: Get a Life! The Diaries Of Vivienne Westwood

For the past six years, fashion designer Dame Vivienne Westwood has written an online diary documenting her adventures in fashion, art and climate change activism.

Now compiled in a beautifully illustrated volume, Westwood’s diaries give the reader a front-row vista on her spirited, unpredictable life.

As well as documenting the evolution of her collections and fashion shows, Westwood presents a passionate manifesto for activism and change.

“I wrote the diary to try to influence people because without public opinion we are lost,” she says.

Amidst the big names and big ideas, there are rare, tender glimpses into Westwood’s marriage with the devoted Andreas.

Perhaps the best thing about these diaries though is that they are the perfect antidote to apathy.

Whatever cause you hold most dear, after reading this the chances are good you might get up off your sofa and actually do something.

Published by Serpent’s Tail