Naomi Campbell’s New V&A Exhibition Opens This Weekend
For all its impressive fashion retrospectives, the V&A has never had an exhibition dedicated to a model’s career. That is, until now. In news that will make any fashionistas heart sing, the V&A announces the first of its kind landmark exhibition based on none other than British icon Naomi Campbell.
The exhibition, titled NAOMI, is a celebration of the model’s extraordinary 40-year career. From being scouted as a teenager in Covent Garden to becoming the first Black model to appear on the cover of Paris Vogue, Naomi’s trailblazing story is one for the ages.
What to expect from the NAOMI exhibition
In addition to Naomi’s famous runway walk, the exhibition will also explore her many fashion projects and initiatives over the years. “Through the work of leading global designers and photographers we celebrate her creative collaborations, activism and far-reaching cultural impact,” reads the V&A’s website.
And, of course, there will be plenty of fashion to feast your eyes on, with over 100 looks from the likes of Gianni and Donatella Versace, Vivienne Westwood, Valentino, Virgil Abloh, Alexander McQueen, John Galliano, and more.
With over 100 looks from the likes of Gianni and Donatella Versace, Vivienne Westwood, Valentino and more.
“I’m HONOURED to be asked by the V&A to share my life in clothes with the world,” Naomi announced on Instagram late last year. “The V&A’s fashion collection is one of the largest collections in the world, and it is a blessing to work with them to share my story. The exhibition NAOMI will take place from 22 June 2024 – 6 April 2025. Love, Light and #Culture @vamuseum @marco.bahler wearing #sarahburton 💜🙏🏾”
Celebrities and editors alike took to the comments sections to share their excitement, with Vogue‘s Gabriella Karefa-Johnson writing, “🔥❤️🔥” and ELLE’s Kenya Hunt, commenting, “Amazing! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾”
Sex & The City star Kristin Davis added, “This is so thrilling and deserved! I’m so happy that the world is getting to experience more of the real you, in all of your love and light ✨✨✨✨✨⭐️🌟”
When does NAOMI open?
Doors to the highly-anticipated exhibition open this weekend on 22nd June, 2024 and will run until 6th April, 2025.
How to buy tickets
Tickets are available to shop now on the V&A’s website for £18 (which includes a donation). For more information visit vam.ac.uk