2. The McQueen collections are defined by
the contrasting elements of fragility and
strength, tradition and technology, severity
and grace. Alexander McQueen’s lavish
and unconventional runway shows set the
brand apart in wow factor. The house's
early collections helped develop this
reputation for controversy and shock
tactics earning the title "l'enfant terrible" or
the “hooligan” of English fashion.
3. The Collection
“The Line of Beauty”- Featured natural light pink and soft
brown skin completion models with little or no makeup/hair
done.
Elements of Elegance- Dresses featured ruffles that hung
from the shoulders and rested on the hip line. Tattered lace,
frock coat tailoring, flower patterns.
Extraordinary Detail- High quality knits, hand beaded designs,
flower embroidery.
10. The Inspiration
Heroines- a woman admired or idealized for her courage,
outstanding achievements, or noble qualities.
Huguenots- Persecuted French Protestant that fled France
in the late 17th century and settled in Spitalfields in
London. Many were trained silk weavers who brought their
craft with them, eventually building Spitalfields into a
stronghold of the silk industry.
Alexander McQueen's collections are known for both the emotional power and raw energy of his shows as well as the romantic but determinedly contemporary nature of this clothes. It is typical of McQueen to use the juxtaposition between contrasting elements; fragility and strength, tradition and modernity and fluidity and severity. An openly emotional and even passionate viewpoint is realized with a profound respect and influence for the arts and crafts tradition. Alexander McQueen's collections combine an in-depth working knowledge of bespoke British tailoring, the fine workmanship of the French Haute Couture atelier and the impeccable finish of Italian manufacturing.
chose a subtly potent silhouette to exalt the delicate beauty of the female form. Long, lean dresses kissed curves from the neck to the ankles. Some bore deep necklines and sliver-sized cutouts under the hip or along the shoulders; others were chastely covered up with high collars and long sleeves but traced in tiered ruffles. Delicate and fragile, the dresses were surprisingly sexy.
chose a subtly potent silhouette to exalt the delicate beauty of the female form. Long, lean dresses kissed curves from the neck to the ankles. Some bore deep necklines and sliver-sized cutouts under the hip or along the shoulders; others were chastely covered up with high collars and long sleeves but traced in tiered ruffles. Delicate and fragile, the dresses were surprisingly sexy.
chose a subtly potent silhouette to exalt the delicate beauty of the female form. Long, lean dresses kissed curves from the neck to the ankles. Some bore deep necklines and sliver-sized cutouts under the hip or along the shoulders; others were chastely covered up with high collars and long sleeves but traced in tiered ruffles. Delicate and fragile, the dresses were surprisingly sexy.
Lee McQueen claimed to be descended from the same line of Huguenots who settled in London in the 1680s.
couture-level shredded silk faille floral jacquard; silk taffeta with naturalistic floral fil coupe jacquards; embroidered leather, and French lace worked into tulle with patterns of doves and trellises of flowers woven in.
Flowers were essential effects. Apparently, the Huguenots arrived in London with little more than bulbs and seeds in their pockets, planting them to grow inner city gardens.
Lee McQueen claimed to be descended from the same line of Huguenots who settled in London in the 1680s.