Viewing Naomi Campbell’s retrospective, Naomi in Fashion, at V&A South Kensington

You might think you know everything there is to know about Naomi Campbell – the supermodel supernova who exploded onto the British fashion scene in the 1990s and never waned (who can forget her historic British Vogue cover holding her baby?)

The V&A’s first exhibition of its kind, Naomi: In Fashion explores the extraordinary career of Campbell, through the work of leading global designers and photographers, celebrating her creative collaborations, activism and far-reaching cultural impact.

There are clips capturing “the walk” Campbell made her global brand, pieces from Campbell’s personal wardrobe of haute couture, and ready-to-wear ensembles she wore for era-defining moments. There’s also a section devoted to photography, curated by Campbell’s long-time close friend Edward Enninful.

And all important throughout is Campbell’s continued work as an activist for change, diversity and equity, something she was outspoken about from an early age – she joined the Black Girls Coalition in 1989, before she became world famous.