National Gallery of Victoria Tickets: 2025-26 Westwood | Kawakubo Exhibition
National Gallery of Victoria Tickets: 2025-26 Westwood | Kawakubo Exhibition
Duration: 4 hours
4 hours
Visit anytime until 19 Apr, 2026 without worrying about committing to a date today
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Explore two pivotal fashion movements at Melbourne's National Gallery of Victoria with your tickets for the Westwood | Kawakubo Exhibition, running through to 2025-26. This unique exhibition juxtaposes Vivienne Westwood’s punk provocations against Rei Kawakubo’s radical abstractions in a world-first showcase. Begin your journey at NGV International on St Kilda Road and dive into an experience set within dramatic galleries where mannequins are spotlighted, textures highlighted, and soundtracks enhance the atmosphere.
Explore two pivotal fashion movements at Melbourne's National Gallery of Victoria with your tickets for the Westwood | Kawakubo Exhibition, running through to 2025-26. This unique exhibition juxtaposes Vivienne Westwood’s punk provocations against Rei Kawakubo’s radical abstractions in a world-first showcase. Begin your journey at NGV International on St Kilda Road and dive into an experience set within dramatic galleries where mannequins are spotlighted, textures highlighted, and soundtracks enhance the atmosphere.
Step inside NGV International with full-day access to Westwood | Kawakubo, a world-first exhibition uniting two fashion icons in dialogue.
Explore 140+ rare works, including 40 runway pieces donated by Rei Kawakubo.
See Westwood’s silk ballgowns face Kawakubo’s vinyl deconstructions, corsets clash with sculptural voids, each gallery unfolding like a five-act opera.
Stand inches from fashion landmarks: Kate Moss’s tartan gown, Sarah Jessica Parker’s Sex and the City wedding dress, Naomi Campbell’s platforms, and Rihanna’s 2017 Met Gala dress.
Go beyond garments with film, photography, and archival material that unpack the cultural rebellions stitched into every piece.
Entry ticket to the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV International)
Access to Westwood | Kawakubo exhibition (7 Dec 25 to 19 Apr 26) featuring works of British designer Vivienne Westwood and Japanese designer Rei Kawakubo
Access to permanent collection with over 75,000 works
Access to free exhibitions and tours (e.g., Escher X nendo A House for Escher, Lee Bul Untitled, Another other: The Photo-Politics of Gary Lee Artist Room
Entry to the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV International) between 6pm to 10pm
Unlimited entry to Westwood | Kawakubo exhibition (7 Dec 25 to 19 Apr 26) featuring works of British designer Vivienne Westwood and Japanese designer Rei Kawakubo
Live DJ performances
Entry to other paid exhibitions
Meals and refreshments
Collage of fashion elements with text 'Westwood Kawakubo' at NGV exhibition.
Stand between two fashion revolutions: Vivienne Westwood’s punk provocations and Rei Kawakubo’s radical abstractions, in one world-first exhibition.
Getting started
Your visit begins at NGV International on St Kilda Road; check in at the ground-floor exhibition desk and scan your ticket. Dimmed galleries, spotlighted mannequins, and film projections set a theatrical mood: textures, seam,s and soundtracks read clearly. Pick up a printed map or download NGV’s sensory guide; the cloakroom and toilets are adjacent for quick stops between galleries.
What to expect
Move through five themed galleries: Punk and Provocation, Rupture, Reinvention, The Body and The Power of Clothes, where garments, photos, and runway films converse. Spot Westwood’s tartan gown and corseted wedding dress and Kawakubo’s sculptural petal dress (Rihanna’s Met Gala look). Expect close-reading points, short film loops, and bench seating between rooms. Staff manage accessibility services, enforce no-touch preservation rules, and can advise on quieter routes if crowds worry you.
Features
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140+ garments and archives sourced from NGV’s collection and global institutions, plus rare pieces from private lenders.
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40 runway looks donated by Rei Kawakubo, including Rihanna’s sculptural Met Gala dress.
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Pop-culture icons on display: Kate Moss’s tartan gown, Sarah Jessica Parker’s corseted dress, and Naomi Campbell’s infamous heels.
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Five thematic galleries create a cinematic arc, contrasting rebellion with abstraction and letting ideas collide in the space.
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Immersive storytelling design with runway footage, archival film, and atmospheric staging that deepens context beyond the clothes.
Mannequin in avant-garde red and pink dress by Kawakubo at NGV Westwood exhibition.
Kawakubo design with child portrait at NGV Westwood exhibition.
Collage of fashion elements with text 'Westwood Kawakubo' at NGV exhibition.
Mannequin in avant-garde red and pink dress by Kawakubo at NGV Westwood exhibition.
Kawakubo design with child portrait at NGV Westwood exhibition.
Mannequin in orange Vivienne Westwood outfit with hat at NGV exhibition.
What to bring
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Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at the entrance.
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Consider bringing a water bottle; refill stations are available on site.
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Dress comfortably for walking and standing, as you may spend several hours exploring the galleries.
What’s not allowed
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Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed inside the gallery for security reasons.
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Food and beverages are not permitted in the exhibition spaces.
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Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.
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Flash photography, tripods, and filming equipment are not allowed inside the exhibition spaces.
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Smoking and the use of e-cigarettes are strictly prohibited within the gallery premises.
Accessibility
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The National Gallery of Victoria is wheelchair accessible, with ramps and elevators available throughout the building.
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Accessible restrooms are available on site.
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Assistance is available for visitors with mobility needs; please approach staff for support.
Additional information
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Doors open from 7 December 2025 to 19 April 2026. Arrive at least 15 minutes early to check in and avoid queues.
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Your ticket includes access to the NGV’s permanent collection and free exhibitions; some special exhibitions may require an additional admission fee.
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Children can enter for free, but adults and concession holders may need to pay for certain exhibitions.
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The gallery is open Tuesday to Sunday, 10am – 5pm, and closed on Mondays.
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The NGV is located in Federation Square and is easily accessible by public transport.
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Meals and refreshments are not included in your ticket; on-site cafes are available for purchase.
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The gallery can be busy during weekends and public holidays; consider visiting on weekdays for a quieter experience.
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The exhibition uses borrowed and donated works. Please respect display barriers and don’t touch the art for preservation.
Model in tartan dress holding flowers at Westwood | Kawakubo Exhibition, NGV.
Tourists outside National Gallery of Victoria, enjoying garden view before 3-course lunch.
Mannequin in orange Vivienne Westwood outfit with hat at NGV exhibition.
Model in tartan dress holding flowers at Westwood | Kawakubo Exhibition, NGV.
Tourists outside National Gallery of Victoria, enjoying garden view before 3-course lunch.
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