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Mcqueen Strapless Dress

S/S2005 Alexander McQueen runway strapless draped chiffon mini dress
S/S2005 Alexander McQueen runway strapless draped chiffon mini dress

S/S2005 Alexander McQueen runway strapless draped chiffon mini dress

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Milano, Lombardia

S/S 2005 Alexander McQueen runway strapless draped chiffon mini dress This Alexander McQueen mini

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21st Century and Contemporary Mini Dress

Alexander McQueen McQ Silk Strapless Draped Dress Size L
Alexander McQueen McQ Silk Strapless Draped Dress Size L

Alexander McQueen McQ Silk Strapless Draped Dress Size L

By Alexander McQueen

Located in London, GB

. Details Multicolour Silk Dress Knee-Length Strapless Abstract pattern

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

Alexander McQueen McQ Silk Strapless Draped Dress Size L
Alexander McQueen McQ Silk Strapless Draped Dress Size L

Alexander McQueen McQ Silk Strapless Draped Dress Size L

By Alexander McQueen

Located in London, GB

. Details Multicolour Silk Dress Knee-Length Strapless Abstract pattern

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21st Century and Contemporary British Day Dresses

Alexander McQueen Bustier Chenille Velvet Strapless Mini Dress
Alexander McQueen Bustier Chenille Velvet Strapless Mini Dress

Alexander McQueen Bustier Chenille Velvet Strapless Mini Dress

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Naples, FL

Alexander McQueen Bustier Chenille Velvet Strapless Mini Dress Size: IT 38 Condition: Excellent

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2010s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Alexander McQueen McQ Silk Strapless Draped Dress Size L
Alexander McQueen McQ Silk Strapless Draped Dress Size L

Alexander McQueen McQ Silk Strapless Draped Dress Size L

By Alexander McQueen

Located in London, GB

. Details Multicolour  Silk  Dress Knee-Length Strapless  Abstract pattern

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21st Century and Contemporary British Cocktail Dresses

Alexander Mcqueen Pink Pleated Strapless Dress With Ruffle 1990S
Alexander Mcqueen Pink Pleated Strapless Dress With Ruffle 1990S

Alexander Mcqueen Pink Pleated Strapless Dress With Ruffle 1990S

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Resurrection Vintage is thrilled to offer a vintage Alexander McQueen pink pleated strapless dress

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1990s British Cocktail Dresses

Alexander McQueen 2008 Unworn Silk Blue Paisley Strapless Dress Floaty Skirt
Alexander McQueen 2008 Unworn Silk Blue Paisley Strapless Dress Floaty Skirt

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

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses

2003 Alexander McQueen Silk Printed Strapless Draped Column Evening Gown
2003 Alexander McQueen Silk Printed Strapless Draped Column Evening Gown

2003 Alexander McQueen Silk Printed Strapless Draped Column Evening Gown

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Studio City, CA

2003 Alexander McQueen creme with yellow "batik-like" printed silk strapless, draped column gown

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21st Century and Contemporary British Evening Dresses and Gowns

Givenchy by Alexander McQueen black ruffled fishtail evening dress, ss 1999
Givenchy by Alexander McQueen black ruffled fishtail evening dress, ss 1999

Givenchy by Alexander McQueen black ruffled fishtail evening dress, ss 1999

By Alexander McQueen, Givenchy

Located in London, GB

Givenchy by Alexander McQueen black ruffled fishtail strapless evening dress with built-in corset

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

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McQ by McQueen  Black Silk Feather Print Strapless Dress
McQ by McQueen  Black Silk Feather Print Strapless Dress

McQ by McQueen Black Silk Feather Print Strapless Dress

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

From McQueens secondary line - McQ. Silk blend satin finish fabric with painterly feather print

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

Alexander McQueen Givenchy Couture Strapless Wool Embroidered Dress, Spring 1998
Alexander McQueen Givenchy Couture Strapless Wool Embroidered Dress, Spring 1998

Alexander McQueen Givenchy Couture Strapless Wool Embroidered Dress, Spring 1998

By Alexander McQueen, Alexander McQueen for Givenchy Haute Couture

Located in Cincinnati, OH

Alexander McQueen for Givenchy Couture Runway Spring - Summer 1998 strapless wool dress with

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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

ALEXANDER McQUEEN Black Chiffon Dress
ALEXANDER McQUEEN Black Chiffon Dress

ALEXANDER McQUEEN Black Chiffon Dress

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ALEXANDER McQUEEN Black Chiffon Dress

By Alexander McQueen

Located in New York, NY

Exquisite ALEXANDER McQUEEN black silk chiffon dress. Strapless classic dress. Perfectly boned in

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Alexander McQueen MCQ Blue Strapless Mini Dress Size M
Alexander McQueen MCQ Blue Strapless Mini Dress Size M

Alexander McQueen MCQ Blue Strapless Mini Dress Size M

By Alexander McQueen

Located in London, GB

Cotton Dress Mini Strapless Flared skirt Sweetheart neckline Back zip fastening

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21st Century and Contemporary British Mini Dress

Alexnder McQueen Strapless Girdle Dress 2003
Alexnder McQueen Strapless Girdle Dress 2003

Alexnder McQueen Strapless Girdle Dress 2003

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Alexander McQueen black strapless wiggle dress with insets and lace. Zip and slit at back

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

Alexander McQueen MCQ Blue Strapless Mini Dress Size M
Alexander McQueen MCQ Blue Strapless Mini Dress Size M

Alexander McQueen MCQ Blue Strapless Mini Dress Size M

By Alexander McQueen

Located in London, GB

Blue Cotton Dress Mini Strapless Flared skirt Sweetheart neckline

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21st Century and Contemporary British Day Dresses

Alexander McQueen Blue and Black Check Strapless Pencil Dress, 1998
Alexander McQueen Blue and Black Check Strapless Pencil Dress, 1998

Alexander McQueen Blue and Black Check Strapless Pencil Dress, 1998

By Alexander McQueen

Located in San Francisco, CA

Alexander McQueen blue and black tiny houndstooth print pencil dress with black triangular inserts

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Alexander McQueen Vintage S/S 2001 Runway Voss Strapless Dress
Alexander McQueen Vintage S/S 2001 Runway Voss Strapless Dress

Alexander McQueen Vintage S/S 2001 Runway Voss Strapless Dress

By Alexander McQueen

Located in London, GB

’ collection strapless black dress. Features bandeau neckline, arm sash, zip side closure and midi length. In

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Early 2000s British Evening Dresses

Alexander McQueen Voss Embroidered Strapless Wrap Around Dress, 2001
Alexander McQueen Voss Embroidered Strapless Wrap Around Dress, 2001

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

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN black wool STRAPLESS BUSTIER Cocktail Dress 42
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN black wool STRAPLESS BUSTIER Cocktail Dress 42

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN black wool STRAPLESS BUSTIER Cocktail Dress 42

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Zürich, CH

Alexander McQueen Pre-FW'11 strapless dress in black virgin wool (90%), cotton (7%), and silk (3

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Dresses

Alexander McQueen 2011 Lavender Silk Chiffon Strapless Gown
Alexander McQueen 2011 Lavender Silk Chiffon Strapless Gown

Alexander McQueen 2011 Lavender Silk Chiffon Strapless Gown

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Alexander McQueen 2011 strapless gown exemplifies the house’s mastery of ethereal elegance and

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2010s Evening Gowns

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN orange silk crepe strapless evening gown IT38 XS
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN orange silk crepe strapless evening gown IT38 XS

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN orange silk crepe strapless evening gown IT38 XS

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Hong Kong, NT

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN orange silk crepe strapless evening gown IT38 XS Reference: YIKK/A00219 Brand

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Ball Gowns

Alexander McQueen Draped "Corseted" Black Jersey Cocktail Dress, c.2000s.
Alexander McQueen Draped "Corseted" Black Jersey Cocktail Dress, c.2000s.

Alexander McQueen Draped "Corseted" Black Jersey Cocktail Dress, c.2000s.

By Alexander McQueen

Located in New York, NY

" Black Jersey Cocktail Dress, c.2000s. Alexander McQueen ruched strapless jersey cocktail dress featuring

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Alexander McQueen Unworn paisley silk chiffon strapless dress, 2009
Alexander McQueen Unworn paisley silk chiffon strapless dress, 2009

Alexander McQueen Unworn paisley silk chiffon strapless dress, 2009

By Alexander McQueen

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Beautiful, paisley printed, silk-chiffon, floor-length dress from Alexander McQueen dating to 2009

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Maxi Dress

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN floral silk chiffon strapless dress - 2009
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN floral silk chiffon strapless dress - 2009

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN floral silk chiffon strapless dress - 2009

By Alexander McQueen

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Beautiful floral silk chiffon draped floor length gown with slight train from Alexander McQueen

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Stunning Alexander McQueen Lace and Organza Strapless Gown New
Stunning Alexander McQueen Lace and Organza Strapless Gown New

Stunning Alexander McQueen Lace and Organza Strapless Gown New

By Alexander McQueen

Located in New York, NY

Strapless Gown from the Alexander McQueen 2011 cruise collection. This garb is surely going to make you

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Strapless Embellished Black Dress
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Strapless Embellished Black Dress

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Strapless Embellished Black Dress

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Montgomery, TX

Alexander McQueen Resort 2012 Embellished black dress As seen on Anne IT Size 40 - US 4

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Alexander McQueen Two Tone Beige & Black Strapless Evening Dress
Alexander McQueen Two Tone Beige & Black Strapless Evening Dress

Alexander McQueen Two Tone Beige & Black Strapless Evening Dress

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Portland, OR

This Alexander McQueen black strapless dress would be a perfect little black dress to add to your

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses

Alexander McQueen Black/Gold Jacquard Strapless Midi Dress M
Alexander McQueen Black/Gold Jacquard Strapless Midi Dress M

Alexander McQueen Black/Gold Jacquard Strapless Midi Dress M

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This stylish midi dress exudes elegance and sophistication. Its flattering length falls between the

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2010s Evening Dresses

Alexander McQueen Floral Broderie Anglaise Beige and White Strapless Dress
Alexander McQueen Floral Broderie Anglaise Beige and White Strapless Dress

Alexander McQueen Floral Broderie Anglaise Beige and White Strapless Dress

By Sarah Burton, Alexander McQueen

Located in London, GB

A delicate and elegant strapless dress from Alexander McQueen. The dress has a simple bandeau

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Alexander McQueen Royal Purple Chiffon Strapless Gown
Alexander McQueen Royal Purple Chiffon Strapless Gown

Alexander McQueen Royal Purple Chiffon Strapless Gown

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An ethereal strapless gown from iconic fashion designer Alexander McQueen. Done in layers of rich

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21st Century and Contemporary French Evening Gowns

Alexander McQueen Burgundy Crepe Strapless Gown S
Alexander McQueen Burgundy Crepe Strapless Gown S

Alexander McQueen Burgundy Crepe Strapless Gown S

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

all. Tailored into a superb fit and style, this Alexander McQueen gown is elevated with a stunning

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses

Alexander McQueen Red Chiffon Bustier Detail Strapless Evening Gown M
Alexander McQueen Red Chiffon Bustier Detail Strapless Evening Gown M

Alexander McQueen Red Chiffon Bustier Detail Strapless Evening Gown M

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This elegant gown from the house of Alexander McQueen is waiting to make you look like a diva. It

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2010s Italian Maxi Dresses

Alexander McQueen Silk Fitted Strapless Printed Gown US 4
Alexander McQueen Silk Fitted Strapless Printed Gown US 4

Alexander McQueen Silk Fitted Strapless Printed Gown US 4

By Alexander McQueen

Located in London, GB

Alexander McQueen Silk Fitted Strapless Printed Gown - All over abstract knit texture print - 100

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

Alexander McQueen Light Coral Silk Chiffon Draped Strapless Gown L
Alexander McQueen Light Coral Silk Chiffon Draped Strapless Gown L

Alexander McQueen Light Coral Silk Chiffon Draped Strapless Gown L

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Resplendent, elegant, and gorgeous, this gown defines it all. Flaunting a floor-length silhouette, this gown is beautified using stunning details and a stylish neckline. Wear it with...

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2010s Italian Court Gowns

Alexander McQueen Leather Brocade & Fur Dress US 4
Alexander McQueen Leather Brocade & Fur Dress US 4

Alexander McQueen Leather Brocade & Fur Dress US 4

By Alexander McQueen

Located in New York City, NY

Alexander McQueen marvelous warm brown leather strapless dress with metallic embroidered brocade

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Givenchy Couture by Alexander McQueen Fall 1997 Strapless Leopard Lace Dress
Givenchy Couture by Alexander McQueen Fall 1997 Strapless Leopard Lace Dress

Givenchy Couture by Alexander McQueen Fall 1997 Strapless Leopard Lace Dress

By Alexander McQueen, Givenchy

Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire

designed by Alexander McQueen for the fall winter 1997 collection. The twin of this dress was featured on

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Located in Zürich, CH

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Mcqueen Strapless Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary mcqueen strapless dress you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment 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 Brown, Beige and more. Finding the perfect mcqueen strapless dress may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions were made as early as the 20th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Mcqueen Strapless Dress?

The price for a mcqueen strapless dress starts at $342 and tops out at $12,500, and on average, selling for $1,597.

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.

Finding the Right Evening-dresses for You

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.

Questions About Alexander McQueen
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Alexander McQueen fashions, shoes and accessories have a signature style that is eclectic. The brand borrows elements from the Roman, Gothic and Victorian eras and frequently incorporates dark colors, heavy fabrics and romantic embellishments like lace. Its skull-patterned scarves and oversized sneakers are among their most well-known designs. Find a large selection of Alexander McQueen on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Alexander McQueen is a luxury fashion brand founded by a designer by the same name. The fashion house designs haute couture and prêt-à-porter clothing for men and women, as well as shoes, handbags, accessories and jewelry. Shop a large selection of Alexander McQueen on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    To tell if an Alexander McQueen dress is real, look at the brand label tag inside the neck. Counterfeiters often make mistakes in copying the font style, character size and spacing. You can often spot fakes by comparing labels to images of authentic tags shared on trusted online resources. Next, look carefully at the seams along the hemline, sleeves, waist and other areas. Uneven, loose or misaligned stitching will usually indicate a replica. If you have any lingering doubts about the authenticity of your dress, consult a certified appraiser or expert authenticator. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of Alexander McQueen dresses.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Alexander McQueen often incorporated natural materials into his designs. Examples include hair, feathers, coral, shells and wood. Tweed is a signature material for many fashions, and the brand's scarves tend to feature airier fabrics like silk and chiffon. You'll find a collection of Alexander McQueen on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Alexander McQueen’s last collection was the Fall/Winter 2010 collection, which was nearly finished at the time of his death. This collection was presented at Paris Fashion Week after his passing. Find a range of authentic Alexander McQueen products from top boutiques worldwide on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    Where Alexander McQueen t-shirts are made varies. Many tees produced by the British luxury fashion house come from factories in Italy. However, others are manufactured in Turkey and in factories in Asia. Generally, tees made outside of Italy are a part of the McQ diffusion line. Explore a variety of Alexander McQueen shirts on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Many things inspired Alexander McQueen's designs. The fabrics and styles of traditional clothing worn in India, Africa, Turkey, China and Japan served as sources of inspiration. Music, film, theater, the natural world and the designer's own Scottish heritage also influenced his work. Explore a large collection of Alexander McQueen on 1stDibs.