Vintage Alexander McQueen A/W 2001 Striped Knit Asymmetric Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Vintage Alexander McQueen Autumn Winter 2001 striped knit asymmetric dress.
Vintage Alexander McQueen A/W 2001 Striped Knit Asymmetric Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Vintage Alexander McQueen Autumn Winter 2001 striped knit asymmetric dress.
Alexander McQueen Autumn-Winter 2001 black silk and lace evening dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Alexander McQueen Autumn-Winter 2001 black silk and lace evening dress - drop waist - low back - black lace skirt, yoke and collar
Alexander McQueen black silk and rayon jersey evening dress, fw 2001
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Autumn-Winter 2001
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2001 “Eye” Red Keyhole Cutout Wire Choker Halter Top Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2001 “Eye” Red Keyhole Cutout Wire Choker Halter Top Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: S/S 2000 “Eye”- Runway look #42 Designer: Alexa...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2001 "What A Merry-Go-Round" Belted Shift Cocktail Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2001 "What A Merry-Go-Round" Belted Shift Cocktail Dress - Runway Look #23 Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Autumn / Winter 2001 "What A M...
Pre-death 2001 ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Silk pinstripe cocktail dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Pre-death, 2001, LEE ALEXANDER MCQUEEN, Black and silvery gray silk jacquard dress.
Alexander McQueen F/W 2001 Military Shirt Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Paris, FR
Military shirt dress Alexander McQueen featuring structured silhouette with blouson top and fitted pencil skirt. Constructed with pointed collar, shoulder epaulettes with button deta...
Alexander McQueen S/S 2001 Pink Printed Cowl-Neck Slip Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Paris, FR
From the S/S 2001 'Voss' collection of Alexander McQueen, this slip dress is executed in a pink-ground printed fabric carrying the house's signature large-scale psychedelic paisley a...
Alexander McQueen Voss Embroidered Strapless Wrap Around Dress, 2001
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Austin, TX
Alexander McQueen embroidered strapless dress with wrap around sleeves from the beautiful 2001 VOSS collection.
Alexander McQueen oriental style embroidered bondage dress, VOSS SS 2001
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Highly sought after and rare Alexander McQueen VOSS dress from arguably his most iconic collection, Spring/Summer 2001.
2001 ALEXANDER MCQUEEN black silk gazar dress with cream sash
By Alexander McQueen
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Dress designed by Alexander Mcqueen dating to spring of 2001.
Alexander McQueen Vintage S/S 2001 Runway Voss Strapless Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
We are incredibly excited to present this rare Alexander McQueen Spring Summer 2001 ‘Voss’ collection strapless black dress.
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Size: IT 46 - FR 42 - UK 14
Alexander McQueen black cocktail dress with extra long scarf, A/W 2001
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Autumn-Winter 2001
Alexander McQueen "What a Merry-Go-Round" 2001 Sequence Flapper Dress New 42
By Alexander McQueen
Located in New York, NY
Alexander McQueen "What a Merry-Go-Round" 2001 sequence dress.
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2001 “Voss” Strapless Dual Tone Arm Wrap Sash Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2001 “Voss” Strapless Dual Tone Arm Wrap Sash Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: S/S 2001 ”Voss”- Runway look #54 Designer: Alexander M...
Alexander McQueen 2001 Voss Pink Midi Dress with Ribbon Wrap
By Alexander McQueen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Alexander McQueen pink dress from his acclaimed Spring Summer 2001 Voss collection.
very rare 2001 ALEXANDER MCQUEEN RUNWAY dress with spiral zipper & tulle ruffles
By Alexander McQueen
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare, dramatic, black dress with spiral cut zipper and rows of tulle ruffles designed by Alexander McQueen for the fall 2001 'What A Merry Go Round' runway show.
Alexander McQueen S/S 2001 'Voss' Runway Asymmetrical Gown Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: Alexander McQueen S/S 2001 'Voss' Runway Please contact for more information and/or photos. CONDITION: Good- there is a tiny black pin dot on the sheer side panel, please...
Alexander McQueen S/S 2001 'Voss' Runway Asymmetrical Gown Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: Alexander McQueen S/S 2001 'Voss' Runway Please contact for more information and/or photos. CONDITION: Good- there is a tiny black pin dot on the sheer side panel, please...
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Size: M- runs very small w stretch
2001 Alexander McQueen Liquid Bronze Brown Plunging Pin-Up Wiggle Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: 2001 Alexander McQueen CONDITION: Good- this dress has not been worn and still has all its attached tags however the are a few extremely minor pulls.
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Size: 42 - roughly a UK 14/ US 10
Alexander McQueen What a Merry Go Round Rayon and Silk Jersey Dress, A / W 2001
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
An incredible rare, early Alexander McQueen dress from the Fall 2001 "What a Merry Go Round" collection with a plunging neckline and two very long panels that drape elegantly and tie...
Chanel bag by Karl Lagerfeld Summer 1997
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - 1997 Spring-Summer ready-to-wear 'Horse style' Collection under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld. Transparent and blue faceted pearl bag with a crossbody strap deco...
Sold|$1,893
Size: IT42
Gucci F/W 2004 Brown Open Back Cut-Out Halter Dress with Draped Knot Detail IT42
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Berlin, BE
A striking Gucci Fall/Winter 2004 dress featuring a plunging halter neckline, dramatic open-back cut-out construction, and sculpted bodycon silhouette in a rich chocolate brown stret...
Stunning Snakeskin Patchwork Coat with Sheared Mink Lining and Black Fox Trim
Located in Tustin, CA
The patchwork aesthetic is this fall and winter’s most sought after look, which was proven on the runways during fashion month. Designers created plenty of patchwork pieces for their...
Christian Dior by John Galliano S/S 2005 Ballet Pink Bias-Cut Evening Gown
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Jersey City, NJ
A beautifully romantic Galliano piece, this gown revisits one of the designer’s most enduring signatures: the bias cut. Galliano created his first statement bias-cut evening gown in ...
Pearl Mink Fur Wrap Shrug Shawl Stole 1960s
Located in Wallkill, NY
Soft and supple Mink wrap. Old Hollywood on this fabulous Shrug - It has attached armholes (Photographed) and take a look at the pinched Collar on it. Will fit a 2-6 nicely - Measuri...
$1,077Sale Price|30% Off
Christian Lacroix Vintage Embroidered Blazer
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN LACROIX vintage white blazer featuring a gorgeous embroidered floral design. This blazer features : - Cropped length. - Notched lapels. - Gorgeous multicolored embroidered...
1930s Ivory Silk Satin Bias Cut Evening Wedding Dress V Neck Open Back
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1930s ivory silk crepe back satin bias cut evening wedding dress V neck open back. Original from the 1930s, worn as a wedding dress this dress is very beautiful and would be perfect ...
$14,920
H 5.5 in W 10.5 in L 5.5 in
Chanel Cc Logo Reindeer Muff Vintage Rare Limited Edition White Fur Satchel
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel' White CC Reindeer Rabbit Muff 2001 {VINTAGE 21 Years} CC Logo with reindeer Gold hardware Detachable brushed-gold interwoven chain White rabbit fur Filled with down Black sa...
Hermes Kelly 32 shiny Porosus Crocodile Vert Fonce bag
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Kelly 32 shiny Porosus Crocodile Vert Fonce bag. X vintage stamp. Bag is vintage- comes with dust bag, keys,Clochette and locker. No strap. Bag is in very good condition.Gol...
John Galliano for Christian Dior SS 1998 "In A Boudoir Mood "Silver Lame Gown
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Important Christian Dior by John Galliano S/S 1998" In A Boudoir Mood " silver lame broche gown. Of antique silver metallic lame embossed with Marguerite flower heads and leafy folia...
Sold|$1,489
Size: US 4-6 UK 8-10
Vintage 1930's Ivory Satin Wedding Dress Bishop Sleeve UK 8-10 US 4-6
Located in Nashville, TN
Rendered in the most incredible ivory satin, and finished with delicate matching covered button and loop fastenings, this magnificent 1930's gown is a true piece of fashion history. ...
Tom Ford for Gucci 2002 Champagne Silk Convertible Halter Dress IT42
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Berlin, BE
Designed by Tom Ford for Gucci in 2002, this champagne silk convertible halter dress exemplifies the sensual glamour and fluid draping that defined Ford’s celebrated era at the Itali...
Issey Miyake Me Red Fringe Crinkle Pleat Tank Top
By Issey Miyake
Located in San Francisco, CA
Issey Miyake red fringe tank top from the Me Issey Miyake label. Sleeveless with crinkle pleats throughout and tassel trim at shoulders and hem. No size, best fits XS/S. See measure...
$1,745
Size: Extra Small / Small
Late 1970s Lillie Rubin Red Sequin Halter Disco Glamour Evening Gown Maxi Dress
By Lillie Rubin
Located in San Diego, CA
Approximately Size XS / Small Measurements: Bust: 34 inches Waist: 24 inches Hips: 34 inches Length (top center back halter to hem): 59 inches I also have this same dress in one size...
Rare Class Roberto Cavalli 2000’s Mohair Cashmere & Dyed Fox Fur Jacket
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in PARIS, FR
An exceptional Class Roberto Cavalli archive jacket from the early 2000s, beautifully capturing the house's unmistakable blend of luxurious craftsmanship, sensual tailoring and exoti...
CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO Vintage Lilac Tulle and Lace Dress US Size 4
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO vintage lilac tulle and lace dress. From the CHRISTIAN DIOR Spring/Summer 2008 Collection. This lilac lace dress embodies the romantic and theatrica...
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.
With entire museum exhibitions dedicated to examining fashion designers and their creations, we’re finally recognizing that costuming is art. Evening dresses over time have conveyed specific statements about social class, position and beliefs. Fashion is a powerful means of self-expression, and sophisticated vintage evening dresses and gowns by our favorite couturier play no small role in making us feel wonderful but, perhaps more importantly, making us feel like ourselves.
In the 16th century, dresses and gowns were so important that England's Queen Elizabeth I defined rules about what dresses women could wear — guidance included long skirts and fitted bodices. Forward-thinking designers have responded to this history.
Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel reimagined traditionally masculine garments for feminine shapes, and her elegant evening dresses and gowns promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by layers of fabric. Christian Dior's gowns celebrated luxury and femininity in the late 1940s — and gave to women the gift of glamour they’d lost in the miserable years of the war. French fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent introduced innovative and highly coveted dress designs in the 1960s while at the same time challenging sexist stereotypes about which members of society could wear tuxedos.
Works by unconventional British designer John Galliano — featured in houses like Givenchy and Dior — redefined limits that dressmakers faced in terms of material, construction and vision during the late 20th century. From his embroidered absinthe-green Oscars gown for actress Nicole Kidman to the iconic sleeveless Dior newspaper dress that Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw made famous, Galliano’s intricate and multifaceted work is reliably collectible and newsworthy
Today’s designers target an increasingly broad audience with their boundary-crossing work, and their tendency to play off of each other’s ideas means that every walk down the runway is also a walk through an entire history of fashion design and dress craftsmanship.
Whether you gravitate toward backless maxi dresses or silk charmeuse gowns by Alexander McQueen or embellished, ruffled floral-print designs by Chloe or Versace, there is an extraordinary collection of vintage and designer evening dresses and gowns waiting for you on 1stDibs.