Naomi Campbell: Fashion icon and muse at the V&A

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Naomi Campbell: Fashion icon and muse at the V&A

Naomi Campbell: Fashion icon and muse at the V&A

The Victoria & Albert Museum in London pays tribute to Naomi Campbell, one of the most emblematic figures in fashion, through a retrospective exhibition titled “Naomi: In Fashion”.

The Victoria & Albert Museum celebrates the legendary career of Naomi Campbell, a quintessential ’90s supermodel, with the exhibition “Naomi: In Fashion”. Sponsored by BOSS, this exhibition traces four decades of a dazzling career that saw Campbell become one of the most famous models in history. Discovered at Covent Garden at the age of 15, Naomi Campbell quickly rose through the ranks to become the first black model on the cover of Vogue Paris at 18. She established herself as a supermodel of the ’90s, alongside Cindy Crawford and Claudia Schiffer, and worked with the biggest names in fashion.

Photos : Steven Meisel/ Handout/Vogue/Victoria&Albert Museum/Abaca/DR

The “Naomi In Fashion” Exhibition

The exhibition, designed in collaboration with Naomi Campbell, highlights her unique voice and perspective. It presents a hundred looks and accessories from her personal wardrobe and the V&A collections, including haute couture and ready-to-wear pieces that have marked key moments in her career.

Stunning creations

Visitors will be able to admire creations by Alexander McQueen, Azzedine Alaïa, Burberry, Chanel, Dolce & Gabbana, and many others. Among the highlights are a spectacular corset by Thierry Mugler, a pink Valentino ensemble worn at the 2019 Met Gala, and the famous Vivienne Westwood platform shoes Naomi Campbell wore during her iconic fall 1993 runway show.

Photos : Steven Meisel/ Handout/Vogue/Victoria&Albert Museum/Abaca/DR

Fashion photography and activism

Fashion photography, with works by Campbell Addy, Nick Knight, Peter Lindbergh, and Steven Meisel, also plays a central role. The exhibition also addresses Campbell’s activism, her role with Nelson Mandela, her commitment to diversity on the runways, and her support for emerging creatives. The exhibition opens with clips of Campbell on the runway, followed by thematic sections such as “Becoming Naomi”, “Supermodel”, “Azzedine Alaïa”, “New York”, “The Spotlight”, “Exemplar”, “Alchemy”, and “Archetype”, offering an immersion into Campbell’s life and career. “Naomi: In Fashion” is a vibrant tribute to diversity and creativity in the fashion industry, celebrating an icon who has transcended the catwalk to become a driving force for social and cultural change. The exhibition is a unique opportunity to discover the indelible impact of Naomi Campbell on fashion and beyond.