Would you rather: V&A fantasy clothing

Do you love fantasy? A bit of Zelda, a bit of Harry Potter? Here at the V&A we have a vast collection of incredible pieces that could fit beautifully into any fantasy universe – and you can have your vote! Choose which world you’d like to wear these outfits in and compare your results with others! Let’s go…

Where would you explore in this Alexander McQueen dress?

A photo of the Alexander McQueen "Plato's Atlantis" dress - a short v-necked dress with capped sleeves and bold colourful print of blues golds and white set against a neon green background with a pink and yellow halo. — Alexander McQueen Plato’s Atlantis dress V&A

A: Pandora in Avatar B: Under the sea in The Little Mermaid

Pandora in Avatar68%

Under the sea in The Little Mermaid32%

This incredible dress “Plato’s Atlantis” was made in 2010 by fashion designer, Alexander McQueen. He was one of the most innovative British designers of the late 20th century, bringing insane tailoring skills with futuristic designs. This design features a vibrant, digitally printed textile with layered photographic images of a variety of reptile skins. So cool, huh?

Arr matey! Where are you fighting in this Vivienne Westwood piece?

A photo of a Vivienne Westwood design of a gold and yellow pirate costume on a white mannequin, complete with black pirate hat and boots set against a neon green background with pink and yellow halo. — Vivienne Westwood Pirate V&A

A: With Jack Sparrow in Pirates of the Carribean B: With Captain Hook in Neverland

With Jack Sparrow in Pirates of the Carribean68%

With Captain Hook in Neverland32%

Vivienne Westwood was an extraordinary London fashion designer and created this piece in the 1980s in response to the New Romantic movement in music. It kicked off a trend of nostalgic looks to do with pirates, highwaymen and other fantasy or fantastical characters.

Which ball would you attend in this mantua dress?

A photograph of a mantua dress shown from the back with it's large flat folded material over the hip and long wide skirt in a chintzy floral pattern set against a neon green background with a pink and yellow halo. — Mantua dress V&A

A: Beast’s castle B: Cinderella’s ball

Beast’s castle85%

Cinderella’s ball15%

This gorgeous mantua dress was made in the 16th century. Mantua dresses were special as they had a super long train which was arranged each time the wearer put it on. This one shows a lovely bow-like use of it at the back! Imagine how fun it would have been dancing in this…

Which kingdom would you rule in this?

A photo of a burnt orange velvet gown with long sleeves and matching crown like hat which is the Swan Lake costume for the Prince's Mother. It is set against a neon green background with pink and yellow halo. — Swan Lake mother costume V&A

A: Narnia B: The Emerald City

Narnia74%

The Emerald City26%

This costume was made for the Prince’s Mother in the ballet Swan Lake. It is made from a burnt orange velvet and is in a Medieval style shape. How luxurious it would be to rule a kingdom in too!

Would you rather wear this to fight alongside?

A photo of a suit of armour with helmet stood against a neon green background with a pink and yellow halo. — Suit of armour knight V&A

A: Aragon B: Gondor

Aragon70%

Gondor30%

This suit of armour is an exact copy of an armour made for the French King Henri II in 1547 that survives in the Louvre, Paris, France. You’d certainly feel pretty awesome in this no matter which side you chose to fight for!

What is this cloak best used for?

A photo of a velvet cloak with a gold ornate border trim set against a neon green background with pink and yellow halo. — Velvet cloak V&A

A: Explore Hyrule in Zelda B: Journey through Middle Earth in Lord of the Rings

Explore Hyrule in Zelda28%

Journey through Middle Earth in Lord of the Rings72%

This beautiful embroidered cloak would have been worn on stage in the early 20th century. It looks so warm and cosy! Perfect for all terrain!

Where would you strut your stuff in these?

A photo of a pair of black heels with gold studs and zips set against a neon green background with yellow and pink halo. — Alexander McQueen shoes V&A

A: The Capitol in Hunger Games B: The Rave’N dance in Wednesday

The Capitol in Hunger Games41%

The Rave’N dance in Wednesday59%

These extraordinary shoes were designed by Alexander McQueen in 2011 and have heels to die for – literally, watch your step! These shoes are available to view by appointment at V&A Storehouse, East London.

What wintery landscape would you roam in this?

A photo of a cream fur and suede coat with a fur trimmed hood, cuffs and bottom set against a neon green background with a pink and yellow halo. — Fur coat V&A

A: Hanging out with The Snow Queen in Narnia B: Trapsing through the woods with Bella in Twilight

Hanging out with The Snow Queen in Narnia69%

Trapsing through the woods with Bella in Twilight31%

This maxi length coatdress was actually made for a wedding! Designed by Bellville Sassoon in 1968, this certainly would have kept someone super toasty on their big day! This coat is available to view by appointment at V&A Storehouse, East London.

Pick the ultimate battle to be a part of in this body armour…

A photo of leather body armour covered in gold studs and embroidered silk set against a neon green background with a pink and yellow halo. — Body armour V&A

A: Against mythological Gods with Percy Jackson B: Alongside mythological Gods with Thor

Against mythological Gods with Percy Jackson81%

Alongside mythological Gods with Thor19%

This beautiful body armour was made in the 17th century. It would have been a shame to have a sword destroy it’s stunning craftsmanship. This armour is available to view by appointment at V&A Storehouse, East London.

Which school would you wear this to?

A photo of a green silk gown designed by Vivienne Westwood with a dark maroon bow wrapped around the bodice. It is set against a neon green background with a pink and yellow halo. — Vivienne Westwood V&A green dress

A: Shiz University in Wicked B: Hogwarts in Harry Potter

Shiz University in Wicked61%

Hogwarts in Harry Potter39%

This stunning gown was designed by Vivienne Westwood in, wait for it, 1996! Not what you expected, hey? This gorgeous green ensemble was inspired by 18th century dresses worn by women in the artist, Watteau’s paintings.