The Vivienne Westwood Stars Sweater takes a new perspective on the stars and stripes of America. The sweater is a part of the Westwood Fall/Winter 2012 collection and keeps with the brand's eclectic and off-beat look while looking classic at the same time.
The Vivienne Westwood Stars Sweater is made from navy, grey and black soft wool. Stars create a v-neck shape around the neck, and stripes and checkers nod to the obvious American flag influence. The sweater is completed with the iconic Westwood orb embroidered on the chest. The sweater manages to play on the stars and stripes of America in a new way that avoids the red, white and blue cliche that has been done so often.
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The Vivienne Westwood Stars Sweater is Fashionable Americana
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