When it comes to luxury fashion, few names are as iconic as Alexander McQueen. The British-born designer is widely recognized for his incredible talent and unique vision, which helped revolutionize the world of high-end fashion. From the late 1990s until his tragic death in 2010, McQueen pushed the boundaries of what was considered fashionable by introducing bold designs that were unlike anything else seen on the catwalks. In this article, we’ll take a look at what made Alexander McQueen such a force to be reckoned with in the world of luxury fashion.
The Early Years
Alexander McQueen was born Lee Alexander McQueen in Lewisham, London in 1969. After finishing school, he began an apprenticeship with Savile Row tailors Anderson & Sheppard, where he honed his already impressive skills as a tailor and pattern-maker. It wasn’t long before McQueen’s talents caught the attention of people outside of Savile Row—including Isabella Blow, 
a renowned fashion editor who became one of his earliest supporters. With her help, he launched his first independent collection in 1992 and quickly rose to fame due to its unique style and edgy designs.
McQueen soon became known for his eye-catching runway shows, which often included dramatic sets and theatrical performances alongside models showcasing his latest creations. His 1996 show “Highland Rape” featured models wearing large tartan pieces set against a backdrop of smoke and fire while being surrounded by masked men carrying swords—a truly unforgettable spectacle! He also made waves with collections like “Voss” (2001) which explored themes of mental illness; “Dante” (2003), which focused on religious imagery; and “Plato’s Atlantis” (2010), inspired by science fiction themes.
Alexander McQueen Legacy Continues
In 2011 following Alexander McQueen’s death, Sarah Burton took over as creative director at the brand and has since continued to build upon its legacy by producing collections that maintain the essence of what makes it so distinctively McQueen—bold silhouettes, meticulous craftsmanship and cutting edge design
concepts all come together to create something truly special that can only be described as Alexander McQueen. Today, you can find some of these timeless designs for sale on our site.
Since its inception in 1992, Alexander McQueen has become synonymous with high-end luxury fashion thanks to its combination of daring design concepts and impeccable craftsmanship that has earned it many awards from prestigious institutions such as the CFDA International Designer Award (2003) or British Fashion Awards (2006). So why not up your wardrobe game today with some luxury Alexander McQueen pieces from our collection?!
