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.
2022 Alexander McQueen Crystal-Embellished Sculptural Heel Mesh Boots
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Milano, Lombardia
These striking sculptural boots embody the avant-garde spirit and theatrical elegance synonymous with Alexander McQueen’s visionary design language. Crafted from delicate black sheer...
Alexander McQueen pink leather sandals
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Alexander McQueen pink leather sandals size 37 eu.
Alexander McQueen NIB Kate Moss, Nicki Minaj Maya Python Platform Heels Sandals
By Dsquared2, Alexander McQueen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
From the Spring 2014 Collection. Blue and multicolor python Alexander McQueen Maya platform sandals with marbled resin panels throughout, cutout details, resin heels and gold-tone bu...
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 Black and Gold Shoes
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
A head turning pair of shoes by Alexander Mcqueen. The shoes have a gold wedge , with black uppers and gold leather detail. The heel height is 5 1/2 '' an...
Alexander McQueen Black Velvet Embroidered Armadillo Curved Wedge Pumps Size 40
By Alexander McQueen
Located in New York, NY
Alexander McQueen Black Velvet Embroidered Armadillo Curved Wedge Pumps Size 40 Condition is new without original box.
Pink leather mule with double strap and buckle ALEXANDER McQUEEN
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pink leather mule with double strap and buckle. Heels height = 10cm SHOE SIZE : 37 1/2
$196Sale Price|20% Off
Black Alexander McQueen Iridescent Studded Slide Sandals Size 37
By Alexander McQueen
Located in New York, NY
Product Details: Black iridiscent studded platform slide sandals by Alexander McQueen. Silver-tone hardware. 1" platform height, 1.2" heel height. Designer Size: 37 US Recommended S...
Black Alexander McQueen Fringe Ankle Strap Heeled Sandals Size 40
By Alexander McQueen
Located in New York, NY
Black leather fringe ankle strap heeled sandals by Alexander McQueen. Silver-tone hardware. Metal heels. Zip closures at counters. 4.75" heel height. Designer Size: 40 US Recommende...
Alexander McQueen Leather Platform Boots with Studded Heart Motif
By Alexander McQueen
Located in US
Alexander McQueen Leather Platform Boots with Studded Heart Motif -- featured in black leather with the House's iconic gently curved heel with gold heart...
Black & Multicolor Alexander McQueen Zipper-Trimmed Heeled Sandals Size 36
By Alexander McQueen
Located in New York, NY
Black, red, and gold-tone zipper-trimmed heeled sandals by Alexander McQueen. Zip closures at counters. 4" shaft height, 4.25" heel height. Designer Size: 36 US Recommended Size: 6
Christian Dior by John Galliano Diorissimo CD logo High Heels
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
Christian Dior heels - Dior shoes in blue oblique monogram, CD logo, color blue. Size 35,5 EU. Condition: Really good / unworn.
1980 Chanel Black Silk Fabric Slingback Shoe W/Satin Bows Size 7M
By Chanel
Located in Gresham, OR
1980s Chanel classic black peau de soie silk slingback stiletto shoe with straight, high vamp and double bow detail. Size 7M.
$95Sale Price|61% Off
Size: US Size 6.5 Medium
Italian Embossed Brown Leather Women's New Loafers by Claudia Ciuti Size 6.5 M
Located in University City, MO
Italian embossed brown leather women's new loafers US Size 6.5 M The stylish low heel flats are covered with embossed brown leather that emulates reptile skin Designed by Claudia Ciuti...
HERMES Izmir Leather Sandles Black Mens 41
By Hermès
Located in Bangkok, TH
These men’s HERMES Izmir sandles are crafted of natural rope trimmed with black calfskin patch. Made in Spain. Men’s size 41 EU. Come with dust bags. Condition - Generally in good p...
Hermès BNIB Lim Ed Orange Oran Sandals
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès brand new limited edition fuchsia orange calfskin oran sandals . Size European N. 38 , come with dust cover and original box.
Christian Dior 2000s Neoprene Lucite Etoile Pumps
By Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
We know you're wishing for these Dior pumps! Circa recent 2000s, these pumps are crafted from black neoprene and feature "Dior" at the heel, a pointed toe and a 4" asymmetrical lucite wedge heel with silver...
$412Sale Price|20% Off
New Stunning Emilio Pucci Pink 70's Vibe Sunglasses With Case
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Emilio Pucci Sunglasses Brand New * Stunning Classic Pucci 70's Style Sunglasses * Pink Lucite Pucci Print Frames * Gold Hardware * Pucci Logo * Handmade ZYL in Italy * 100% UV Pro...
$338Sale Price|60% Off
Size: Marked Size 8, Fits Size 7
New Edmundo Castillo Coral Patent Leather Sling Heels Size 7
By Edmundo Castillo
Located in Conroe, TX
Rare Edmundo Castillo Brand New Marked Size 8, Fits Size 7 These Run a Full Size Small * Coral Patent Leather * Slingback Heel * Open toe Leather Insole * 3.75" Heel * With Box Mad...
Roberto Cavalli Pink Patchwork Floral Print Pointed Toe Heeled Boots 38
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Mechanicsville, VA
Roberto Cavalli Patchwork Floral Print Zip Up Heeled Pointed Toe Boots Color Pink Multi Size 38EU Heel Height 4in Fabric upper Leather sole Flower and pattern print vamp and heel ...
$423Sale Price|49% Off
Size: Marked 40 Fits U.S 9.5
New Edmundo Castillo Coral Patent Leather Sling Heels Sz 8.5
By Edmundo Castillo
Located in Conroe, TX
Rare Edmundo Castillo Brand New * These Are Stunning The most comfortable Heels I have ever worn * Marked Size: 9.5 Fits 8.5 These Run a Full Size Small * Coral Patent Leather * Sl...
$479Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 36.5
Christian Louboutin Guerilla 120 Pink Spike Peep Toe Boots Women’s 36.5 Shoes
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Mechanicsville, VA
Chritian Louboutin Guerilla 120 Gold Spike Slouch Peep Toe Booty Color Pink Gold Size 36.5EU (6.5US) Heel height 120mm Pink suede leather upper Leather lined All over gold colored...
F/W 2001 Gucci by Tom Ford Pink Alligator Ballet Style 5" Heels
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting Tom Ford designed these beautiful ballet heels for Gucci's Fall/Winter 2001 collection. This style was prominently featured in the ad campaigns...
Alexander McQueen leather ankle boots
By Alexander McQueen
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN - (Made in Italy) Black studded lizard leather ankle boots. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Size 41
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Size 10 Black White Two Toned Canvas Lace-Up Sneakers
By Alexander McQueen
Located in San Francisco, CA
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN sneakers in black canvas fabric featuring a two tone low top style, velvet heel detail, chunky rubber sole, and lace-up closure. Made...
Alexander McQueen Oversized White Sneakers Size EU 35.5
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Amman, JO
Alexander McQueen Oversized White Sneakers, features a round-toe, lace-up style and a platform. Material: Leather Size: EU 35.5 Overall Condition: Fair Interior Condition: Signs of...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Size 11 Yellow Grey Color Block Nylon Sneakers
By Alexander McQueen
Located in San Francisco, CA
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN sneakers in a yellow nylon fabric featuring color block style, yellow suede trim, and grey heel detail.Good Pre-Owned Condition. Miss...
Alexander McQueen Men's Oversized White Sneakers Size EU 44
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Amman, JO
Alexander McQueen Men's Oversized White Sneakers, features a round-toe, lace-up style and a platform. Material: Leather Size: EU 44 Overall Con...
Alexander McQueen Bridal Riding Boots Size 7 w/Box, Dust Bag and Literature
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Port Hope, ON
These Alexander McQueen Bridal Riding Boots have never been worn and show no signs of wear. They are black and made of leather in Italy. There...
Alexander McQueen Black Spike Flatform Sandals - '10s
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Milano, IT
Complete your rock and roll ensemble with the Alexander McQueen Black Spike Flatform Sandals. Featuring a golden buckle for adjusting the fit, the straps of the sandals are embellish...
NWT 2010 Alexander McQueen Angels & Demons Sculptural Silver Heels
By Alexander McQueen
Located in West Hollywood, CA
TheRealList presents: a rare pair of Alexander McQueen Angels and Demons silver-toned heels. These stunning new heels feature a fem...
Unworn 2003 Alexander McQueen Cowboy Boot Style Mule Shoes Cream and Blue
By Alexander McQueen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Alexander McQueen cream and blue western cowboy boot style mule with a curved horn look heel and pointed toe. Heel approximately 2.5 inches. From the Spring 2003 "Irere" collection, ...
Alexander McQueen black studded leather thigh-high platform boots, fw 2009
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
▪ Alexander McQueen black lambskin leather thigh-high boots ▪ Silver metal spiked studs ▪ Patent leather platform ▪ Zip fastening at the inseams ▪ EU 39 ▪ Horn of Plenty, Fall-Wint...
Alexander McQueen Fall 2010 Ready-To-Wear Black Leather Ankle Boots
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Alexander McQueen Fall 2010 Ready-To-Wear Black Leather Ankle Boots with a gold floral metal platform and three leather straps with gold bu...
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Size: IT 36, US 6
New Alexander Mcqueen Obsession Charm Velvet Loafers Smoking Slippers Flat Shoes
By Alexander McQueen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Alexander Mcqueen black velvet "Obsession" charm flat loafers with embroidery and crystal rhinestone appliqué detailing that includes surreal lips, star, moth, eye and more. Flexibl...