VIVIENNE WESTWOOD Bea cotton and cashmere-blend bustier cardigan
VIVIENNE WESTWOOD Bea cotton and cashmere-blend bustier cardigan - 1
VIVIENNE WESTWOOD Bea cotton and cashmere-blend bustier cardigan - 2

Bea cotton and cashmere-blend bustier cardigan

VIVIENNE WESTWOOD

$1465.00

Shop Now

Product Insights & Style Tips

Bea reimagines knitwear with a bustier mood. This cotton and cashmere blend reads luxe and wearable in a midweight knit, with an 85 percent cotton, 15 percent cashmere hand that stays soft through wear. A corset-like bodice with ribbed panels shapes the waist, while an orb embroidery at the chest nods to Westwood's signature. Exposed button front and a sweetheart neckline complete the polished line.

Layer-friendly and city-ready, it eases from day to night. The slim silhouette sits close at the waist, making a tee, cami, or blouse look purposeful without bulk. Front buttons give you a controlled reveal, while the long sleeves and puffed shoulders read modern romance. It pairs with high-waisted denim or a sleek midi skirt and works over knitwear or delicate dresses for season-spanning looks.

Bea is a Westwood touchstone, mixing corsetry drama with streetwise energy. The orb motif and corset-bodice shorthand a broader brand code, giving editors and dressing rooms a ready-made edge for volume or pared-back ensembles.

Materials / Fabrication

  • Lightweight silk satin
  • Bias cut
  • Cowl neckline
  • Adjustable spaghetti straps
  • Shell: 100 percent silk
  • Imported, Italy
  • Length from size S: 55 in / 140 cm

Recommended Care

  • Professional dry clean only to preserve silk sheen.
  • Avoid direct heat or sunlight for prolonged periods.
  • Steam gently to remove wrinkles; do not iron directly.
  • Store garment hanging with padded hanger to avoid shoulder marks.

Fit Notes

  • Bustier cardigan silhouette described in the title.
  • Material described as cotton and cashmere-blend per the product title.
  • Brand is Vivienne Westwood.

Style Check

Aesthetics: 9/10

Audacious yet refined, the bustier cardigan steps beyond basics with a sculpted corset-like silhouette and ribbed knit texture that reads editorial from street to catwalk. The contrast of a fitted bodice over a relaxed cardigan creates high fashion tension, while the cotton cashmere blend adds luxe softness that elevates the overall mood.

Craftsmanship: 8/10

Sharp tailoring anchors the look, with clean seams that emphasize the bustier shaping without bulk. The knit appears smooth with a substantial hand, suggesting durable ribbing and careful integration of the corset-inspired panel. Close inspection in editorial styling hints at thoughtful construction, while any visible trims look deliberate rather than decorative afterthought.

Affordability: $$$$

The price tag of 1465 aligns with its design and brand prestige, delivering a piece that blends couture mindset with ready to wear practicality. The cotton cashmere blend feels luxe against the skin, and the sculptural silhouette promises longevity in editorial and wardrobe rotations. The value feels justified for a statement that elevates everyday knitwear.

The VIVIENNE WESTWOOD Moodboard

Vivienne Westwood’s FW26 Campaign Brings British Punk Into an Italian Palazzo

Vivienne Westwood’s FW26 Campaign Brings British Punk Into an Italian Palazzo

Vivienne Westwood’s Fall/Winter 2026 campaign places British punk inside a room that appears allergic to empty space. Photographed by Juergen Teller, the images were shot at Belloni, a family-run Italian furniture showroom located between Milan and Como. Rococo seating, Art Deco cabinets, patterned walls and heavy textiles surround the cast, giving the sharp tailoring and undone layers of Vivienne Westwood an appropriately excessive new address.

Read More
Vivienne Westwood The Spring Cherubs Gives Cherubs A Westwood Twist

Vivienne Westwood The Spring Cherubs Gives Cherubs A Westwood Twist

Vivienne Westwood The Spring Cherubs brings François Boucher’s Le Printemps into a capsule of corsets, shirts, jersey tops, sandals, and bags. Launching June 24, 2026, the collection pulls an eighteenth century painting into the Westwood world, where cherubs, clouds, pastel flowers, sharp tailoring, and archive pieces suddenly feel much less innocent.

Read More
Vivienne Westwood Meets NANA and Turns Punk Romance Into Reality

Vivienne Westwood Meets NANA and Turns Punk Romance Into Reality

Vivienne Westwood links up with Ai Yazawa’s cult manga NANA for a capsule that feels both archival and electric. The project marks twenty five years of the series and folds Westwood’s legacy of rebellion into the emotional world of Nana Osaki and Nana Komatsu. Westwood’s tartan, pearls, and corsetry reappear through a Shibuya lens, turning nostalgia into something fresh. It’s a punk love story told through clothing and a reminder of how Westwood’s codes continue to live inside pop culture.

Read More

About Vivienne Westwood

Vivienne Westwood first sent shockwaves through the fashion circuit in the 1970s with her provocative and anti-establishment designs which has become her signature aesthetic and has led to become one of today’s most recognized fashion houses. Vivienne Westwood’s rebellious attitude continues to breath life into an expansive lineup of ready-to-wear, jewelry and leather goods. Shop the latest collection from Vivienne Westwood, ranging in dresses, skirts, hoodies, blazers, knitwear, handbags and jewelry.