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Alexander McQueen Crystal Kaleidoscope Dress w/Cape S/S 2009 Natural Distinction
Alexander McQueen Crystal Kaleidoscope Dress w/Cape S/S 2009 Natural Distinction

Alexander McQueen Crystal Kaleidoscope Dress w/Cape S/S 2009 Natural Distinction

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Studio City, CA

Alexander Mcqueen 2009 S/S crystal kaleidoscope print mini dress w/cape in rainbow colors from the

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Early 2000s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

NWT S/S 2009 Alexander McQueen Kaleidoscope crystal dress
NWT S/S 2009 Alexander McQueen Kaleidoscope crystal dress

NWT S/S 2009 Alexander McQueen Kaleidoscope crystal dress

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ

New with tags Alexander McQueen Kaleidoscope crystal dress runway collection: S/S 2009 "Natural Dis

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Early 2000s Italian Day Dresses

Alexander McQueen 2009 Futuristic Crystalized Print Sheath Dress -new
Alexander McQueen 2009 Futuristic Crystalized Print Sheath Dress -new

Alexander McQueen 2009 Futuristic Crystalized Print Sheath Dress -new

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Alexander Mcqueen's Spring 2009 collection showcases the romantic, ethereal and purist side of the

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21st Century and Contemporary Sheath Dresses

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2009 Natural Distinction Kaleidoscope crystal dress IT40 S
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2009 Natural Distinction Kaleidoscope crystal dress IT40 S

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2009 Natural Distinction Kaleidoscope crystal dress IT40 S

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Hong Kong, NT

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2009 Natural Distinction Kaleidoscope crystal dress IT40 S Reference: NKLL/A00264

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

NWT Alexander McQueen S/S 2009 Blue Kaleidoscope Crystal Dress It. 42
NWT Alexander McQueen S/S 2009 Blue Kaleidoscope Crystal Dress It. 42

NWT Alexander McQueen S/S 2009 Blue Kaleidoscope Crystal Dress It. 42

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Montgomery, TX

New Alexander McQueen "Natural Dis-tinction, Un-Natural Selection" Collection Dress S/S 2009

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2021 cashmere black coral crystal embroidery sweater S
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2021 cashmere black coral crystal embroidery sweater S

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2021 cashmere black coral crystal embroidery sweater S

By Alexander McQueen, Sarah Burton

Located in Hong Kong, NT

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2021 cashmere black coral crystal embroidery sweater S Reference: AAWC/A00225

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pullovers

Alexander McQueen Skull Leopard Print Pony Hair Box Clutch Bag
Alexander McQueen Skull Leopard Print Pony Hair Box Clutch Bag

Alexander McQueen Skull Leopard Print Pony Hair Box Clutch Bag

By Alexander McQueen

Located in London, GB

gold Skull push-lock closure embellished with crystals and 'Alexander McQueen' logo engravement

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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

McQueen Sean McGibbon Fall 2025 black rose crystal dress
McQueen Sean McGibbon Fall 2025 black rose crystal dress

McQueen Sean McGibbon Fall 2025 black rose crystal dress

By Alexander McQueen

Located in CANNES, FR

McQueen X Sean McGirr Fall/Winter 2025-2026 Collection Black satin dress, embroidered with a

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2010s Evening Dresses

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Alexander McQueen Runway Crystal Kaleidoscope Dress, SS 2009
Alexander McQueen Runway Crystal Kaleidoscope Dress, SS 2009

Alexander McQueen Runway Crystal Kaleidoscope Dress, SS 2009

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Bethesda, MD

Stunning Alexander McQueen runway dress from his 2009 Spring Summer Collection "Natural Dis

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rare Alexander McQueen Iconic Pink Crystal Kaleidoscope Dress, SS 2009, IT 38
Rare Alexander McQueen Iconic Pink Crystal Kaleidoscope Dress, SS 2009, IT 38

Rare Alexander McQueen Iconic Pink Crystal Kaleidoscope Dress, SS 2009, IT 38

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Bethesda, MD

Rare, iconic Alexander McQueen runway pink and black kaleidoscope print dress from the 2009 Spring

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Day Dresses

1990s Alexander McQueen lace corset top with crystal buttons
1990s Alexander McQueen lace corset top with crystal buttons

1990s Alexander McQueen lace corset top with crystal buttons

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Milano, Lombardia

1990s Alexander McQueen lace corset top with crystal buttons This 1990s Alexander McQueen lace

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1990s Blouses and Tops

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2008 Queen Elizabeth Britannia crystal crown sweater
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2008 Queen Elizabeth Britannia crystal crown sweater

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2008 Queen Elizabeth Britannia crystal crown sweater

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Hong Kong, NT

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2008 Queen Elizabeth Britannia crystal crown sweater Reference: NKLL/A00143 Brand

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pullovers

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN AM0180B crystal antique barocco square ombre sunglasses
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN AM0180B crystal antique barocco square ombre sunglasses

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN AM0180B crystal antique barocco square ombre sunglasses

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Hong Kong, NT

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN AM0180B crystal antique barocco square ombre sunglasses Lady Gaga Reference: KEDG

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sunglasses

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN black suede CRYSTAL EMBELLISHED Pumps Shoes 39.5
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN black suede CRYSTAL EMBELLISHED Pumps Shoes 39.5

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN black suede CRYSTAL EMBELLISHED Pumps Shoes 39.5

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Alexander McQueen platform pumps with black suede embellished with black, grey and

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoes

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Skull crystal eyes pearl crown gold metal ring
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Skull crystal eyes pearl crown gold metal ring

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Skull crystal eyes pearl crown gold metal ring

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Hong Kong, NT

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Skull crystal eyes pearl crown gold metal ring Reference: KEDG/A00022 Brand

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2010s Miscellaneous

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Runway Multi hoop gold silver crystal cuff earring
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Runway Multi hoop gold silver crystal cuff earring

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Runway Multi hoop gold silver crystal cuff earring

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Hong Kong, NT

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Runway Multi hoop gold silver crystal cuff earring Reference: KEDG/A00024 Brand

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Blouses

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN blue leather STUDDED CRYSTAL SKULL Box Clutch Bag
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN blue leather STUDDED CRYSTAL SKULL Box Clutch Bag

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN blue leather STUDDED CRYSTAL SKULL Box Clutch Bag

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Zürich, CH

Alexander McQueen frame studded crystall-skull clutch in indigo leather and silver-tone studds with

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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Britannia black suede silver studded crystal skull box clutch
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Britannia black suede silver studded crystal skull box clutch

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Britannia black suede silver studded crystal skull box clutch

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Hong Kong, NT

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Britannia black suede silver studded crystal skull box clutch Brand: Alexander

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2010s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Britannia yellow suede blue crystal gold Pearl skull box
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Britannia yellow suede blue crystal gold Pearl skull box

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Britannia yellow suede blue crystal gold Pearl skull box

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Hong Kong, NT

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Britannia yellow suede blue crystal gold Pearl skull box clutch bag Reference

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2010s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN double crystal skull lock black leather long box clutch bag
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN double crystal skull lock black leather long box clutch bag

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN double crystal skull lock black leather long box clutch bag

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Hong Kong, NT

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN double crystal skull lock black leather long box clutch bag Brand: Alexander

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2010s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

new ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2021 cashmere black coral crystal embroidery sweater S
new ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2021 cashmere black coral crystal embroidery sweater S

new ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2021 cashmere black coral crystal embroidery sweater S

By Alexander McQueen, Sarah Burton

Located in Hong Kong, NT

new ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2021 cashmere black coral crystal embroidery sweater S Reference: AAWC/A00225

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pullovers

Rare 2009 Alexander McQueen Crystal Skeleton Dress
Rare 2009 Alexander McQueen Crystal Skeleton Dress

Rare 2009 Alexander McQueen Crystal Skeleton Dress

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Austin, TX

Rare 2009 Alexander McQueen "Natural Distinction, Un-natural Selection" Collection dress. Capped

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Crystal Union Jack Skull Clutch bag
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Crystal Union Jack Skull Clutch bag

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Crystal Union Jack Skull Clutch bag

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Banbury, GB

SKU CT-2335 Model Union Jack Skull Clutch Condition Excellent Other Info Height: 4.25" Width: 6.75" Depth: 2.25" _______________________________ If you are interested in any of our p...

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2010s French Clutches

Alexander McQueen Crystal Embellished Black Velvet Wide Waist Snap Belt
Alexander McQueen Crystal Embellished Black Velvet Wide Waist Snap Belt

Alexander McQueen Crystal Embellished Black Velvet Wide Waist Snap Belt

By Alexander McQueen

Located in San Francisco, CA

Alexander McQueen black velvet wide waist belt with goldtone crystal and beaded embellishment at

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Early 2000s Italian Belts

Alexander McQueen Satin and Crystal Skull Clutch Bag
Alexander McQueen Satin and Crystal Skull Clutch Bag

Alexander McQueen Satin and Crystal Skull Clutch Bag

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Geneva, CH

Iconic piece from Alexander McQueen realized with multicolored crystals on navy blue satin

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clutches

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN black SATIN CRYSTAL BOW BOX Clutch Bag
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN black SATIN CRYSTAL BOW BOX Clutch Bag

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN black SATIN CRYSTAL BOW BOX Clutch Bag

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Alexander McQueen box clutch in black satin with velvet and rhinestone ribbon on the

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2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN black gold Baroque buckle crystal Skull box clutch bag
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN black gold Baroque buckle crystal Skull box clutch bag

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN black gold Baroque buckle crystal Skull box clutch bag

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Hong Kong, NT

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN black gold Baroque buckle crystal Skull box clutch bag Reference: TGAS/B02174

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2010s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN orange printed scaled leather gold crystal skull clutch bag
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN orange printed scaled leather gold crystal skull clutch bag

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN orange printed scaled leather gold crystal skull clutch bag

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Hong Kong, NT

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN orange printed scaled leather gold crystal skull clutch bag Brand: Alexander

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2010s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN black tonal rope embroidery leather crystal skull box clutch
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN black tonal rope embroidery leather crystal skull box clutch

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN black tonal rope embroidery leather crystal skull box clutch

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Hong Kong, NT

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN black tonal rope embroidery leather crystal skull box clutch Brand: Alexander

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2010s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Britannia orange suede crystal gold Pearl skull box clutch bag
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Britannia orange suede crystal gold Pearl skull box clutch bag

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Britannia orange suede crystal gold Pearl skull box clutch bag

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Hong Kong, NT

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Britannia orange suede crystal gold Pearl skull box clutch bag Reference: TGAS

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2010s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

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Alexander Mcqueen Crystal For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary alexander mcqueen crystal you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. If you’re looking for an option in Black and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Gray, Beige and more. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

How Much is a Alexander Mcqueen Crystal?

Prices for a alexander mcqueen crystal can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $155 and can go as high as $12,954, while, on average they fetch $1,084.

Alexander McQueen for sale on 1stDibs

British fashion designer Lee Alexander McQueen, the original creative engine behind the Alexander McQueen label, was beloved for his expert tailoring and theatrical runway shows. After his suicide in 2010, fans left tributes to the man and his talents outside Alexander McQueen boutiques worldwide. Record-breaking crowds visited the posthumous retrospective of the designer’s work at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City and the Victoria and Albert in London.

The inspirations for vintage Alexander McQueen bags, dresses, jackets and other items came from many quarters — film, music, current events, history, his heritage and fashions of the past. The designer's runway presentations were not just displays of clothing but were personal expressions of the zeitgeist, often touching on our cultural anxieties and concerns. McQueen’s own thoughts and feelings about love, death, gender, genocide, colonialism, global warming and the extinction of species all appear in his pieces.

McQueen certainly shook up fashion; he was a born Rottweiler. His upbringing on a council estate in north London played a part, but his family was close and supportive, not dysfunctional. He was proud of his Scottish heritage: He was a defiant fashion warrior. His historical themes and shows — such as “Highland Rape,” 2002, which was inspired by England’s “rape of Scotland,” as McQueen called it — always invoked powerful reactions from his audience of fashion pros.

“What you see in the work is the person himself. And my heart is in my work,” McQueen told Harper’s Bazaar in 2007.

It is perhaps this heart, and the heart’s exposure, that drew the crowds and made McQueen's creations both popular and emotionally resonant. Because the work was personal and thus layered with feeling, the motifs — decorative embellishments and fabric choices — have meaning. In other words, in McQueen’s oeuvre, plaid is more than simply a pattern.

Find vintage Alexander McQueen fashion and accessories — including the designer's coveted bags and comfortable, stretchy jersey knit dresses and gowns — on 1stDibs.