Inside Vivienne Westwood HQ - FAD Europe Tour

An immersive learning experience inside the global fashion house Vivienne Westwood during FAD’s Europe Fashion Tour.

As part of the FAD Europe Fashion Tour, students moved beyond classroom learning to experience the global fashion industry firsthand through visits to leading fashion houses, shows and cultural institutions across Europe.

A key highlight of the tour was an exclusive visit to the Vivienne Westwood headquarters, offering behind-the-scenes access to one of the world’s most influential luxury brands. Students engaged with multiple departments including Production, PR & Communications, Human Resources, Supply Chain and Sustainability, gaining insight into how each function contributes to building and sustaining a global fashion house.

The experience extended to the Bridal Couture team, where students observed couture craftsmanship and client-led design processes, along with how collections are curated and presented for buyers and press. This provided a deeper understanding of the balance between creative direction and commercial positioning.

Beyond technical learning, the tour offered valuable exposure to the international fashion ecosystem, allowing students to observe global practices, engage with industry professionals and broaden their perspective on luxury fashion operations.

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