A London museum exhibition will honor Naomi Campbell's illustrious fashion career

Celebrating her four-decade-long reign in the fashion industry, the iconic queen of the catwalk, Naomi Campbell, will soon have her own exhibition at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London. Titled "NAOMI: In Fashion," this showcase is set to open in June and will feature a stunning array of designer outfits that have graced Campbell's illustrious career, according to The Associated Press.

Expressing her gratitude, Campbell, now 53, remarked, "I’m honored to be asked by the V&A to share my life in clothes with the world." Sonnet Stanfill, a fashion curator at the museum, described Campbell as "one of the most prolific and influential figures in contemporary culture."

The exhibition will present around 100 iconic looks and accessories from renowned fashion houses like Chanel, Dolce & Gabbana, Versace, Yves Saint Laurent, and Alexander McQueen, among others. Highlights include a 1989 Thierry Mugler corset inspired by a car, a vibrant pink Valentino gown with a feather cape worn at the 2019 Met Gala, and towering Vivienne Westwood platform shoes famously worn during Campbell's memorable 1993 catwalk stumble.

Campbell, a native of London, embarked on her career at a young age, initially performing in music videos for artists like Bob Marley and Culture Club before transitioning into modeling at 15. Notably, she became the first Black model to grace the cover of Vogue France in 1988.

A significant portion of the exhibition will delve into Campbell's close relationship with the late Tunisian-born designer Azzedine Alaïa, who played a pivotal role in shaping her career. Alaïa's Parisian home and studio served as a creative sanctuary for Campbell, where she not only inspired his work but also championed his designs on the runway, according to Asharq Al-Awsat newspaper.

Furthermore, the exhibition aims to acknowledge Campbell's advocacy for diversity and inclusion within the fashion industry, as well as her support for emerging talents. Scheduled to run from June 22 to April 2025, "NAOMI: In Fashion" promises to be a captivating tribute to the enduring legacy of this iconic supermodel.