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.
Alexander McQueen 2011 Brocade Dress in Magenta Pink, Black & Gold Floral Print
By Alexander McQueen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Alexander Mcqueen deep pink dress with a stunning gold and black Oriental inspired floral weave throughout, circa 2011. Fitted pencil style, sleeveless. Back zip and hook and eye wit...
Alexander McQueen Unworn 2010s Black Velvet and White Lace High Heel Pump
By Alexander McQueen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Alexander McQueen black velvet pumps with leather heel and platform and intricate white lace accents from the Autumn/Winter 2012/2013 collection. The lace design on the shoes plays...
rare ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2017 Runway studded lace up charm leather bra top S
By Alexander McQueen, Sarah Burton
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2017 Runway studded lace up charm calfskin leather bra top S Reference: CYTY/A00164 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Sarah Burton Collection: 2017 - Runway A...
Alexander McQueen S/S 2005 Runway Collection Ivory Silk Bow Coat
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare Alexander McQueen ivory silk faille evening coat from the documented Spring/Summer 2005 “It’s Only a Game” collection. Cut from finely ribbed 100% silk faille, this exceptiona...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2006 Runway Widows of Culloden black velvet gown IT40 S
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2006 Runway Widows of Culloden black velvet gown IT40 S Reference: TGAS/G00013 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Lee Alexander McQueen Collection: FW 2006 Widows o...
Vintage Alexander McQueen 2000s Pink and Silver Jacquard Pencil Skirt
By Alexander McQueen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Alexander McQueen blush pink pencil skirt from the 2004. Silver metallic jacquard pattern throughout, center back slit. Back zip and hook and eye. Content: (content tag removed, in...
Alexander McQueen Sarah Burton Fall 2013 Black lace tunic
By Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen, Alexander McQueen
Located in CANNES, FR
Alexander McQueen x Sarah Burton Autumn-Winter 2013-2014 Collection Black lace tunic with a halter neckline. Italian size 38.
Alexander McQueen Pre-Fall 2011 Published Rorschach Animal Print Sheath Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Stunning Alexander McQueen Pre-Fall 2011 dress as seen in Lookbook look 18 (see photo). Long sleeved dress features an unusual print that looks like an an...
S/S 1997 Givenchy by Alexander McQueen Grey tailored Blazer Jacket
By Givenchy, Alexander McQueen
Located in Sheffield, GB
S/S 1997 Givenchy by Alexander McQueen Grey tailored Blazer Jacket An impeccable tailored blazer from Spring / Summer 1997 Givenchy by Alexander McQueen in a light grey wool with po...
Blue sleeveless rayon dress with ruffle ALEXANDER McQUEEN
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Blue sleeveless rayon dress with ruffle. Main fabric composition: 83% rayon, 17% polyester. Invisible zip closure on the left side. SIZE S
Black double shoulder strap tank top ALEXANDER McQUEEN
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black double shoulder strap tank top. Fabric composition: 83% rayon, 17% polyester. SIZE M on tag but fit more likely S
S/S 2006 Alexander McQueen by McQueen green pleated bandage halter dress from 'n
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Austin, TX
S/S 2006 Alexander McQueen by McQueen green pleated bandage halter dress from 'neptune collection' with sheer panels, has stretch condition: very good, some pulling without stre...
Alexander McQueen Black and White Draped Belted Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Alexander McQueen sleeveless dress with white draped bodice and black bottom with attached belt at hip. Circa 2013, one of Sarah Bur...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white cotton puff sleeves exaggerated collared midi dress IT40
By Sarah Burton, Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white cotton puff sleeves exaggerated collared midi dress IT40 S Reference: LACG/A00531 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Sarah Burton Collection: 2020 Material: C...
Alexander McQueen Crystal Sequin Bead Draped Plunging Goddess Mini Dress SS 2006
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Chicago, IL
Among the Greek-goddess-inspired mini dresses that Alexander McQueen (1969-2010) designed for his first French haute couture Givenchy collection in 19...
Alexander McQueen FW 09 Black Satin Tuxedo Dress IT 40 Rare Archival Lee McQueen
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
ULTRA RARE ALEXANDER MCQUEEN FALL WINTER 2009 RUNWAY & ARCHIVAL TUXEDO LAPEL KNEE-LENGTH SHEATH DRESS An exceptionally rare and highly collectable Alexander McQueen Autumn/Winte...
Alexander McQueen Vintage 1990s Black Lace Long Pencil Skirt
By Alexander McQueen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Alexander McQueen black floral lace long skirt with slightest train in the back, circa 1990s or very early 2000s (black and yellow label) . Amazingly fitted with scalloped hem, a pri...
Black mohair frock coat ALEXANDER McQUEEN
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black mohair frock coat . Knit composition : 75% mohair, 25% nylon. Leather button and buttonhole closure on the front. Pocket on both side. SIZE 38/M
Alexander McQueen 2008 Unworn Silk Blue Paisley Strapless Dress Floaty Skirt
By Alexander McQueen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Amazing Alexander McQueen floaty silk strapless dress in a blue and white paisley with a few soft pinkish-red accents throughout, circa 2008. Soft pleats at bust, skirt hangs in sepa...
Alexander Mcqueen Resort 2016 Black Floral Reverse-Print Bustier Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
From Alexander McQueen's 2016 Resort collection comes this sexy bustier-centric dress. We are getting major Italian va-va-voom energy from this piece, with the greenery motif across....
Alexander McQueen New Khaki Pants with Hip Lacing S/S 2002
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
Fabulous khaki cotton pants from Alexander McQueen. They have full straight legs with curved panels over the back hips with a fan of laces meeting and buttoning on the front sides at...
rare ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Fall 2013 pearl bead embroidered halter neckpiece IT40
By Sarah Burton, Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
Rare ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2013 pearl bead embroidered halter neckpiece IT40 S Reference: CYTY/A00103 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Sarah Burton Collection: FW 2013, very similar to...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN A/W 2009 Black Leather Biker Jacket with Mongolian Lamb Collar
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Sheffield, GB
An extraordinary Alexander McQueen Autumn / Winter 2009 Runway sample ! This Black Leather Biker Jacket features an incredibly plush Mongolian Lamb Collar that runs all the way arou...
Vintage Alexander McQueen S/S 2003 Black and Red Cherry Print Silk Skirt
By Alexander McQueen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage 2000s Alexander McQueen floaty silk chiffon bias cut ruffle skirt from the Spring/Summer 2003 "Irere" collection. Semi-sheer black, red and grey cherry patterned burnout chif...
$1,332Sale Price|35% Off
New Alexander McQueen Resort 2020 Satin Clutch Bag $2050 With Tags
By Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen, Alexander McQueen
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New With Tags Alexander McQueen Embroidered Satin De Manta Clutch Bag $2050 Resort 2020 Alexander McQueen's Iconic De Manta Clutch Stunning in Black Satin and Pink Embroidery ...
$1,395Sale Price|52% Off
New Alexander McQueen 2019 Jeweled Tinsel Satchel Bag $2940
By Alexander McQueen, Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New Alexander McQueen Jeweled Satchel Bag $2940 The 2019 Jeweled Satchel Bag in Tinsel Holiday Purple Alexander McQueen's structured shoulder bag is decorated with the label's...
Alexander McQueen New Silk Top with Tulle and Lace Sleeves S/S 1999
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible grey fine silk knit top from Alexander McQueen. It is semi fitted with a crew neckline and elaborate grey net, tulle and lace layered sleeves...
GIVENCHY By ALEXANDER MCQUEEN F/W 1998 "Bladerunner" Runway Pleated Blazer FR38
By Alexander McQueen for Givenchy Haute Couture, Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
Givenchy by Alexander McQueen Autumn/Winter 1998 Runway Pleated Blazer Brand: Givenchy Designer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Fall/Winter 1998 Fabric: Nylon blend, lined in silk Co...
Alexander McQueen Fall 2002 RUNWAY Dark Denim Pants with Corseted Back of Legs
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fashion History: Designed for Alexander McQueen's Fall 2002 collection, these jeans embody Lee Alexander McQueen's fascination with combining traditional craftsmanship and historica...
Alexander McQueen S/S 2011 Runway Studded Brass-Toe Ankle Boots Italian 37 US 7
By Alexander McQueen, Sarah Burton
Located in Montgomery, TX
Exceptional and highly collectible Alexander McQueen Spring/Summer 2011 runway ankle boots, designed under Sarah Burton for her debut ready-to-wear collection as Creative Director of...
Alexander McQueen DANTE A/W 1996 Elaborate Seams Black Jacket & Pant Set, Unworn
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible heavy weight black linen jacket and pant set from Alexander McQueen's Dante Collection. The jacket has a stand up collar, long sleeve...
Alexander McQueen New S/S 2002 Three Piece Skirt Suit with Intricate Embroidery
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous silk/linen black skirt suit from Alexander McQueen including an additional matching white skirt. The jacket has peak lapels, a breast pocket, small shoulder padding, side...
Alexander McQueen S/S 2005 Runway Sculptural silk Crop Jacket with Obi Sash
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An exceptionally rare Alexander McQueen Spring/Summer 2005 runway jacket, designed during Lee Alexander McQueen’s lifetime and featured on the Paris Ready-to-Wear runway. Executed i...
Off-white linen and cotton blazer with black stripe ALEXANDER McQUEEN
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Off-white linen ( 80%) and cotton (20%) blazer with black stripe. Cotton lining. Shoulder pad. Button and buttonhole closure on the front and on the cuffs. Pocket on both side. SIZE ...
A/W 1997 Givenchy Alexander McQueen Green Cheetah Animal Print Velvet Skirt Suit
By Alexander McQueen, Givenchy
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Superb Autumn / Winter 1997 Givenchy suit by Alexander McQueen. Comprising a tailored jacket with rounded collar and high waisted pencil skirt. Crafted in a forest green Cheetah pr...
2004 Alexander McQueenMcQueen Corseted Silk Jacket & Pants Ensemble size 4
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Designed during Lee Alexander McQueen’s creative tenure, this exceptional 2004 two-piece ensemble showcases the designer’s mastery of sculptural tailoring and romantic construction. ...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2021 Runway light pink anemone faille off shoulder dress IT38
By Sarah Burton, Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2021 Runway light pink anemone faille off shoulder dress IT38 XS Reference: AAWC/A01737 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Sarah Burton Collection: FW 2021 "Anemon...
Alexander McQueen F/W 2010 Angels & Demons Leather Winged Skull Jeans
By Alexander McQueen
Located in BELLEVUE HILL, NSW
An extraordinary pair of collector's Alexander McQueen jeans from the house's F/W 2010 'Angels & Demons' collection, the final collection conceived under Lee Alexander McQueen before...
$1,000Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Alexander McQueen ' Pussycat Crotch ' Tie Dye Leopard Wool Leggings Pants
By Alexander McQueen
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare early 2000s ALEXANDER MCQUEEN black and white 'pussycat crotch' wool stretch leggings! Features an allover tie dye leopard print. Amazing fit, with super soft extra virgin wool ...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2022 Charles Arnoldi Brushstroke print asymmetric gown IT38 XS
By Sarah Burton, Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2022 Charles Arnoldi Brushstroke print asymmetric gown IT38 XS Reference: AAWC/A00687 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Sarah Burton Collection: Charles Arnoldi 2...
Alexander McQueen New Black Silk Dress with Ruffle Hem 'NO. 13' S/S 1999
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk dress from an early collection of Alexander McQueen. It skims the body has a scoop neckline and 3 rows of ruffles beginning at knee level in the front and 8 sta...
Alexander McQueen Black Cocoon Shaped Faux Fur Jacket Coat
By Alexander McQueen
Located in New Hope, PA
This Alexander McQueen cocoon shaped black faux fur jacket or coat is so chic. The coat has a stand up collar and a row of large silk covered snaps at the center front. The faux fu...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2012 De Manta Tup floral print silk satin evening clutch bag
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2012 De Manta black red Tup floral print silk satin evening clutch bag Reference: TGAS/G00170 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Lee Alexander McQueen Material: Sat...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN black MINK FOX SHEARLING FUR Jacket 40 S
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Alexander McQueen fur jacket is an exceptional piece, crafted from luxurious black sheared mink with a striking fox fur waist and long hair shearling at the botto...
2006 ALEXANDER MCQUEEN draped brown silk tunic with metal thread embroidery
By Alexander McQueen
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Stunning deep brown silk tunic from Alexander McQueen dating to 2006. The tunic has a loose, fluid silhouette with an asymmetric cut that allows the fabric to drape. Wide sleeves are...
Alexander McQueen Olive Green Leather Fringe Pants – Early 2000s, IT 42
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
A striking pair of early 2000s Alexander McQueen leather fringe trousers, embodying the house’s signature fusion of sensual tailoring and rebellious edge...
2010 Alexander McQueen White Ruffled Victorian Baby Doll Dress Smock shirt
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Sheffield, GB
2010 Alexander McQueen Victorian style blouse featuring ruffled collar line, buttons down the front and long sleeves. Size label ; EU 40 / Recommended size U.K. 8-12 Measurements ar...
Alexander McQueen Spring Summer Plato's Atlantis dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare Alexander McQueen digitally engineered printed dress from the monumental Spring Summer 2010 "Plato's Atlantis" collection. This marks Lee Alexander McQueen’s final fully realise...
Alexander McQueen New Dress with Front Slits AW 1999
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous red fine wool dress from Alexander McQueen. It is sleeveless, semi fitted with a bateau neckline, and 2 slits along each front leg. The back has a zipper closing and it is...
Alexander McQueen Hummingbird Dragonfly Floral Fitted Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
Gorgeous Alexander McQueen fitted dress with beautiful kaleidoscope print featuring hummingbirds, dragonflies and flowers. Gold tones background, beautiful construction. Alexander ...
Alexander McQueen A/W 2023 Black Surrealist Blazer with Bust Detail, NWT
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic structural black blazer with peaked lapel from Alexander McQueen, new with original hang tags. From theWinter 2023 Ready To Wear Collection. Black lightweight wool with sho...
Alexander McQueen Fall Winter 1999 grey technical wool jacket
By Alexander McQueen
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare Alexander McQueen soft gray wool jacket from the Fall Winter 1999 “The Overlook” collection. As seen on the runway. A true collector’s piece showcasing McQueen’s signature preci...
Alexander McQueen Black Calf Suede Peep Toe Lace Up Stiletto High Heels
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Sheffield, GB
Alexander McQueen Black Calf Suede Peep Toe Lace Up Stiletto High Heels Size; UK 6 / EU 39 Heel Height; 4.5” (1” Tall at the front of shoe providing a 3.5” Platform). Condition; 8/10...
Alexander McQueen 2008 Green and Gold Paisley Jersey Long Sleeve Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage Alexander McQueen 2000s long sleeve jersey dress in a rich multicolor paisley print of olives, golds and maroons. The faux-wrap style allows for multiple styling options-- we...
Tulle evening dress with yellow embroideries Alexander McQueen FW 2022/23 NEW
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black tulle evening dress with yellow embroideries. Main fabric composition: 100% polyamide. Silk embroideries. Boned bustier.Pleated and draped on the bust. Hidden zip in the middle...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white viscose LEAF OFF-SHOULDER CREPE GOWN Dress 46 XL
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Alexander McQueen gown in white crepe viscose (52%) and acetate (48%). Features a column silhouette with floor sweeping hem, sweetheart neckline, off-shoulder straps a...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2022 black logo beads embellished peplum ribbed sweater S
By Alexander McQueen, Sarah Burton
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2022 black logo beads embellished peplum ribbed sweater S Reference: AAWC/A00473 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Sarah Burton Collection: 2022 Material: Wool Col...
Vintage Givenchy Couture by Alexander McQueen Sz 36 Lipstick Red Silk Cape Dress
By Givenchy, Alexander McQueen
Located in San Diego, CA
Remarkable and rare vintage GIVENCHY COUTURE, by ALEXANDER MCQUEEN lipstick red plunging cape dress! From the A/W 1998 collection. Sexy, yet...
Alexander McQueen Sculptural Metal Hill Shoes Size 40
By Alexander McQueen
Located in New York, NY
Alexander McQueen sculptural metal hill shoes New with minor flaws Size 40 IT Black Leather Sandals.Metal Trim Multi-strap & Peg-In-Hole Closure at Sides FINAL SALE
Alexander McQueen New Skirt AW 1999
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A great red wool skirt from Alexander McQueen. It has a waistband configured as an extension of the skirt, side zipper and vertical panels which incorporate slits at the front hem....
The designer combined his Savile Row training with his fascination with Victorian jewelry to create a most alluring piece.
A striking tartan ensemble from the late designer’s celebrated (and controversial) Fall/Winter 2006 collection is equal parts tailored and punk.
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