1996 Alexander McQueen “Dante" fur suede coat
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Milano, Lombardia
1996 Alexander McQueen "Dante" fur suede coat This exceptional Alexander McQueen coat from the
1996 Alexander McQueen “Dante" fur suede coat
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Milano, Lombardia
1996 Alexander McQueen "Dante" fur suede coat This exceptional Alexander McQueen coat from the
Alexander McQueen black wool quilted coat, fw 1999
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
▪ Alexander McQueen coat ▪ Constructed from wool gabardine ▪ Quilting inspired by a Charles James
Alexander McQueen New Coat AW 1999
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous red wool coat by Alexander McQueen. It has a stand up mandarin collar, a button front
Alexander McQueen Sequin 'Joan' Evening Coat, fw 1998
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival Alexander McQueen Sequin Evening Coat ▪ Creative Director: Alexander McQueen ▪ Joan
Alexander McQueen 1990's Brown Cotton Coat
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Caserta, IT
- Designed by Alexander McQueen - Late 90s - Brown Trench Coat - Button Up Closure - Classic Lee's
$6,897
Size: IT40 - FR36 - UK8 - US4
Alexander McQueen cream molten wool coat with gold embroidery, fw 2001
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Presenting an impeccably tailored Alexander McQueen cream coat from the fall-winter 2001 collection
ALEXANDER McQUEEN c.1996 Black Belted Structured Double Breasted Overcoat Coat
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN c.1996 Black Belted Structured Double Breasted Overcoat Coat Brand
ALEXANDER McQUEEN c.1997 Gray Wool Faux Fur Trim Hooded Belted Coat Overcoat
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN c.1997 Gray Wool Faux Fur Trim Hooded Belted Coat Overcoat Brand / Manufacturer
ALEXANDER McQUEEN c.1996 Vtg Beige Leather Accent Western Trench Coat Overcoat
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN c.1996 Vtg Beige Leather Accent Western Trench Coat Overcoat Brand
Alexander McQueen c.1996 Rust Orange Textured Wool Tailored Dress Jacket Coat
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Alexander McQueen dress coat, circa 1995/1996. Unique and exquisitely textured with tightly
$13,794
Size: FR 40 - IT 44 - UK 12
Alexander McQueen brown leather patchwork coat with goat hair collar, A / W 2000
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Autumn-Winter 2000
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 1996 “Dante” Charcoal Gray Mohair Coat Button Up Overcoat
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 1996 “Dante” Charcoal Gray Mohair Coat Button Up Overcoat Brand
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Black Button Up Tailored Coat
By Alexander McQueen, Givenchy
Located in Thiensville, WI
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Black Button Up Tailored Coat Brand / Manufacturer
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1999 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ivory Floral Lace Princess Coat
By Alexander McQueen, Givenchy
Located in Thiensville, WI
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1999 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ivory Floral Lace Princess Coat Brand / Manufacturer
ALEXANDER McQUEEN c.1990's Vtg Pink Ruched Hooded Zip Up Puffer Jacket Coat
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN c.1990's Vtg Pink Ruched Hooded Zip Up Puffer Jacket Coat VTG Brand
$20,002
Size: FR 40 - UK 12 - US 8
Givenchy by Alexander McQueen beige angora wool and shearling coat, c. 1999-2001
By Alexander McQueen, Givenchy
Located in London, GB
▪ Givenchy beige maxi coat ▪ Designed by Alexander McQueen ▪ Large shearling collar and cuffs ▪
Alexander McQueen New Fur Jacket 'ESHU' A/W 2000
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible rare black, shiny, soft, silky goat fur jacket from Alexander McQueen's F/W 2000 Eshu
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Charcoal Gray Wool Coat Overcoat
By Alexander McQueen, Givenchy
Located in Thiensville, WI
Givenchy Couture Autumn/Winter 1998 charcoal gray wool overcoat designed by Alexander McQueen. Long
Givenchy Couture S/S 1998 by Alexander McQueen grey coat
By Alexander McQueen for Givenchy Haute Couture
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare Givenchy Haute Couture Spring Summer 1998 by Alexander McQueen, size 38 FR, a tiny stain on
GIVENCHY COUTURE A/W 1997 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Cheetah Print Faux Fur Paneled Coat
By Alexander McQueen, Givenchy
Located in Thiensville, WI
GIVENCHY COUTURE A/W 1997 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Cheetah Print Faux Fur Paneled Coat Brand
Givenchy Couture Alexander McQueen S/S 1998 Champagne Silk Tassel Dress Coat
By Alexander McQueen for Givenchy Haute Couture, Alexander McQueen
Located in Chicago, IL
Designed by Alexander McQueen for the Givenchy Couture Spring/Summer 1998 collection. This rare
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 1999 “The Overlook” Gray Check Fringe Jacket Skirt Set
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 1999 “The Overlook” Gray Check Fringe Jacket Skirt Set Brand / Manufacturer
Givenchy by Alexander McQueen A/W97 Blue Velvet Coat with Faux Fur Trim
By Alexander McQueen for Givenchy Haute Couture
Located in Manchester, GB
Givenchy by Alexander McQueen dark blue velvet belted robe style coat with faux fur collar and
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 1996 "Dante" Black Wool Cashmere Double Breasted Overcoat
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 1996 "Dante" Black Wool Cashmere Double Breasted Overcoat Brand
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 1999 Black Cream Shearling Sherpa Panel Jacket Coat
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 1999 Black Cream Shearling Sherpa Panel Jacket Coat Brand / Manufacturer
ALEXANDER McQUEEN c.1996 "Dante" Black Mink Fur Crop Sleeve Short Coat Jacket
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN c.1996 "Dante" Black Mink Fur Crop Sleeve Short Coat Jacket Brand / Manufacturer
Alexander McQueen Vintage 1999 Grey Coat It 42 Uk 10
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Alexander McQueen Vintage 1999 Grey Coat It 42 Uk 10 Rare piece from the fall 1999 collection Grey
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Fw1999 «THE OVERLOOK» DARK GREY WOOL ASYMMETRICAL MAXI COAT
By Alexander McQueen
Located in PARIS, FR
BRAND : ALEXANDER MCQUEEN DESIGNER : ALEXANDER MCQUEEN YEAR/DECADE : FALL/WINTER 1999 SIZE : 48
Givenchy Couture by Alexander McQueen Fall 1998 Red Silk Lace Jacket
By Alexander McQueen, Givenchy
Located in Hertfordshire, GB
Givenchy Couture by Alexander McQueen Fall 1998 Deep red silk & lace overlay structured jacket
Unavailable
H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 7.88 in
Alexander McQueen for Givenchy Haute Couture, 1997 Fox Fur Coat
By Givenchy
Located in London, GB
This fox fur coat is a rare runway sample from Alexander McQueen's short tenure at the storied
Fur
Exuberant Short Black Fur Coat by Alexander McQueen
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Milano, IT
Exuberant short black fur coat designed by the great stylist Alexander Mcqueen in the 1990s
Alexander McQueen S/S 1998 'Golden Shower' Black cotton embroidered coat
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Milano, IT
- Sold by SkofArchive - Alexander McQueen black cotton embroidery coat - Designed by Alexander
new ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2018 runway red tweed feather draped coat dress IT38 XS
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN FROM THE RESORT 2018 COLLECTION Light pink multi-color tweed. Silk fabric and
new ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2018 runway red tweed feather draped coat dress IT38 XS
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN FROM THE RESORT 2018 COLLECTION Light pink multi-color tweed. Silk fabric and
Alexander McQueen Savage Beauty Black Met Museum Coat/Dress S/S 1999 Size 42IT
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Alexander McQueen Black Linen and Resin Coat/Dress. This extraordinary coat is like the one
McQueen Overlook Crackled Leather Coat
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crackled or distressed black leather double breasted coat with chest pockets. Look #9 1999 AW
Sold
Size: FR 40 - UK 12 - US 8
Givenchy by Alexander McQueen blue leather coat with faux fur collar, fw 1998
By Alexander McQueen, Givenchy
Located in London, GB
▪ Givenchy blue leather coat ▪ Designed by Alexander McQueen ▪ Large faux fur collar, intended to
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Size: FR 38 - UK 10 - IT 42
Givenchy by Alexander Mcqueen camel moire rayon tailored maxi jacket, fw 1997
By Alexander McQueen, Givenchy
Located in London, GB
Givenchy by Alexander Mcqueen, camel moire rayon tailored maxi jacket with wide peak lapels, padded
rare 1990's ALEXANDER MCQUEEN black floor length evening coat with draped sides
By Alexander McQueen
Located in San Fransisco, CA
closure and beautifully draped curved hem from Alexander McQueen dating to the 1990's. Labeled an Italian
1990S Alexander Mcqueen Givenchy Black & Camel Silk Velvet Faux Fur Neck Cuff T
Located in New York, NY
1990S Alexander Mcqueen Givenchy Black & Camel Silk Velvet Faux Fur Neck Cuff Trim Coat
1990S ALEXANDER MCQUEEN GIVENCHY Black Wool Blazer Coat Dress With Slit & Pagod
Located in New York, NY
1990S ALEXANDER MCQUEEN GIVENCHY Black Wool Blazer Coat Dress With Slit & Pagoda Shoulders Szl
A/W1998 Alexander McQueen “Joan” pinstripe long tailored coat
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Milano, Lombardia
A/W 1998 Alexander McQueen “Joan” pinstripe long tailored coat This A/W 1998 Alexander McQueen
Alexander McQueen Cape Coat Hooded RUNWAY "Joan" 1998/99
By Alexander McQueen
Located in New York, NY
Alexander McQueen coat with hood. From 1998 collection. Coat has belt opening on the side but it
Alexander McQueen shearling sheepskin full length coat, A / W 1996
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Alexander McQueen full length shearling sheepskin coat - Raw edges throughout - Shawl lapel
2003 Alexander Mcqueen Mint Green and creme Silk Brocade Coat
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Alexander McQueen. Bust: 36”/ Shoulder: 15.5” Length: 39”/ Sleeve: 19.5” marked size: 40
Sold
Size: No size tag, fits like a IT 42
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN FW 99 Iconic and Rare Flared Coat with Crinoline
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Milano, MILANO
Fall Winter 1999 iconic and rare flared coat from 'Overlook' Collection by Alexander McQueen. Inner
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 1998 "Joan" Long Black Genuine Leather Coat Overcoat
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
Alexander McQueen A/W 1998 long black genuine leather coat. From Alexander McQueen's "Joan
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Vintage AW98 Joan red wool victorian button down coat IT40 S
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN VINTAGE FROM THE FALL WINTER 1998 'JOAN' COLLECTION BURGUNGY BLOOD RED
Spectacular 1999 Alexander McQueen "The Overlook" Collection Look 10 (42Itl)
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Port Hope, ON
puffer coat in dark grey. The coat was made in Italy and has three eye and hooks for closure, but the
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Mohair Exaggerated Shoulder Overcoat
By Alexander McQueen, Givenchy
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Mohair Exaggerated Shoulder Overcoat
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN 2 Piece Wool Blazer Dress Suit Set
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
Givenchy Couture autumn/winter 1998 two piece wool dress suit designed by Alexander McQueen. Gray
Givenchy Couture Alexander McQueen F/W 1998 Sheer Mock Neck Dress & Blazer Suit
By Alexander McQueen for Givenchy Haute Couture, Alexander McQueen
Located in Chicago, IL
Designed by Alexander McQueen for the Givenchy Couture Fall/Winter 1998 "Blade Runner" collection
Alexander McQueen 1999 The Overlook Coat
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Toronto, ON
Collectible Alexander McQueen runway coat from 1999 Fall/Winter collection titled 'The Overlook
Alexander McQueen 1997 "Jungle" Luxurious Cowhide Coat
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Exquisite crisply tailored Cowhide fur coat from Alexander McQueen.From the 1997 "Jungle
Alexander McQueen Black Cashmere and Fur Coat
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Alexander McQueen black cashmere coat with rabbit fur collar. Button down front and low rider belt
Alexander McQueen black coat, Autumn/Winter 1998
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
An amazing example of Alexander McQueen’s signature tailoring, this coat from the Autumn/Winter
Alexander McQueen grey & black coat, Autumn/Winter 1999
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
An incredible example of Alexander McQueen's exquisite tailoring from his Autumn/Winter 1999 'The
Sold
Size: See Description
1998 Alexander McQueen Runway Joan Black & Red Pinstripe Long Coat Trouser Suit
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Portland, OR
This very rare vintage Alexander McQueen black and red pinstripe pant suit that appears to have
Alexander McQueen Museum Savage Beauty Untitled S/S 1999 Resin Black Coat Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: ALEXANDER MCQUEEN NO. 13- "UNTITLED" COLLECTION- SPRING/SUMMER 1999- extremely rare piece
F/W 1998 Alexander McQueen 'Joan' Long Black Coat Jacket w/ Red Lining 44
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: F/W 1998 Alexander McQueen Please contact for more information and/or photos
Early Alexander McQueen Shearling Coat
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Wonderful shearling zip front coat from Alexander McQueen. Sz 42
F/W 1998 "Joan" Alexander McQueen Oxblood Red Catholic Long Dress Coat
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: F/W 1998 "Joan" Alexander McQueen Please contact for more information and/or photos
Alexander McQueen Museum Savage Beauty Untitled S/S 1999 Resin Black Coat Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: ALEXANDER MCQUEEN NO. 13- "UNTITLED" COLLECTION- SPRING/SUMMER 1999- extremely rare piece
Circa 1999 Givenchy Couture by Alexander McQueen Ivory Lace Princess Dress Coat
By Alexander McQueen, Givenchy
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: Circa 1999 Givenchy Couture by Alexander McQueen Please contact for more information and
Sold
Size: 0 - 8 depending on desired fit
A/W 1996 Givenchy Haute Couture by John Galliano Embroidered Rose Print Coat
By Alexander McQueen for Givenchy Haute Couture
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A/W 1996 Givenchy Haute Couture by John Galliano black embroidered rose print coat from the
Late 1990s Alexander McQueen Red Wool Coat
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Chicago, IL
Stunning and rare Alexander McQueen coat that dates to 1998-1999.This is made of a fine red wool
Alexander McQueen 1999 Collection Tail Coat
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Bath, GB
Alexander McQueen 1999 Collection Runway Tail Coat in Ivory Labelled size 42
FW 1999 Alexander McQueen The Overlook Cracked Leather Coat
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Prague, CZ
A fabulous coat as seen on the runway of “The Overlook” collection, made out of Genuine leather
Alexander McQueen 1998 Joan Collection Runway Hooded Cape Back Coat
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Bath, GB
Alexander Mcqueen 1998 Joan Collection Runway Hooded Coat with Original Belt Labelled size 38 Coat
Alexander McQueen 1999 'The Overlook" Collection
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Bath, GB
Alexander McQueen "The Overlook" Collection Fall / Winter 1999 Bias Cut Tail Coat Labelled size
Original ALEXANDER McQUEEN men's 1998 wool/cashmere topcoat
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Original ALEXANDER McQUEEN men's 1998 black wool/cashmere topcoat. Triple button front closures
Rare Alexander Mcqueen Mens 1995/6 Jacket with McQueen's date of birth label
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Bath, GB
Rare Jacket from Alexander McQueen Blue jacket from The Hunger Collection Faux pockets to the
Stunning Hand-engraved Star-pattern Vermeil Cuff Bracelet
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning hand-engraved star pattern vermeil cuff bracelet. This Hand-engraved Gilded Sterling Cuff Bracelet features 28 pcs of around simulated diamonds handset in 18k yellow gold ...
Vermeil, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold
$2,617Sale Price|27% Off
W 0.5 in L 1.62 in
GIA Certified No Heat Burma Ruby 9.80 Carat Diamond Circles White Gold Earrings
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Flexible Four Circle Diamond 14 Karat White Earrings, a true epitome of elegance and luxury. These stunning earrings feature a captivating design crafted wi...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Black Beaded Cardigan
Located in Alford, MA
Black cardigan from the 1950s-'60s embellished with black beads and sequins. Sweater composition is lambswool, angora and nylon and has tiny spherical buttons. Lined. Retailed by Gim...
$716Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 10 / 12
1990s Linda Segal Size 10 12 Red White Colorblock Pique Cotton Vintage 90s Dress
By Linda Segal
Located in San Diego, CA
Stylish and flattering early 90s LINDA SEGAL lipstick red and white colorblocked pique cotton sleeveless nautical sheath dress ! Linda Segal pieces were often worn by Fran Fine, play...
1960'S Pyschedelic Floral Cotton Long Sleeve Mod Dress With Pockets
Located in New York, NY
1960'S Pyschedelic Floral Cotton Long Sleeve Mod Dress With Pockets
F/W 2002 Christian Dior by John Galliano Blue Floral Orylag Fur Trench Coat
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous blue floral orlyag Christian Dior fur coat, designed by John Galliano. From the Fall/Winter 2002 collection, a version of this coat debuted on the season's runw...
Roberto Cavalli Blue and Black Sleeveless Cotton Top - 42
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Roberto Cavalli Blue, Periwinkle, and Black Sleeveless Top with Black Outline along Hem, Arms, and Neck with Black Paillettes Around the Arms. Measurements: Bust: 36 " Waist: 30 "
Herbert Levine Red Stilettos
By Herbert Levine
Located in New York, NY
Glamorous Herbert Levine Red Calf Stilettos decorated with a black "berry" and red ties. Retailed at Bonwit Teller, 1950's USA. 6.5AA, 2.75" widest across front. Very narrow.
DOLCE & GABBANA Brown Fur Tote Bag Handbag HOBO Purse New Never used
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Wallkill, NY
Dolce Gabbana Hand Bag with a wide black leather strap. Inside zippered pocket. Animal Print Lining. Authenticity card inside pocket. New old stock Circa late 1980s early 90s, never ...
$875
Size: Recommended Size; U.K. 8
1990’s Vivienne Westwood Pin Striped Cropped Fitted linen striped Jacket
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Sheffield, GB
A beautiful mid 1990's Vivienne Westwood Jacket, crafted from a pin striped Linen in shades of blue, white & mauve, with a simple cotton lining. The jacket features a figure-hug...
Vintage Yohji Yamamoto Red Plaid Jumper Dress 2003
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Yohji Yamamoto red and black wool plaid knee-length jumper dress with adjustable straps. Collection 2003. Excellent Vintage Condition. Size Small
$195Sale Price|29% Off
Size: 36 1/2
Manolo Blahnik Lisa with Flower Black Suede High Heel Pumps 36 1/2M
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Manolo Blahnik Lisa with Flower black suede high heel pumps 36 1/2, with box and protector bag. 3 1/2 inch heels. In excellent pre worn condition.
New Rare Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Heels Sz 38
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford For YSL Heels Brand New * Rare Tom Ford Heels. This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent. He was inspired by the Chinese Collection of 1977 * Adjustable Ankle Stra...
$3,840Sale Price|20% Off
CHRISTIAN DIOR 2006 John Galliano Vintage Runway silk floral drape dress FR34 XS
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN DIOR 2006 John Galliano Vintage Runway red silk black floral drape dress FR34 XS Reference: TGAS/E00996 Brand: Dior Designer: John Galliano Collection: AW 2006 - Runway Mat...
1960s White and Green Beaded Mini Cocktail Dress
By British Crown Colony
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage 1960s Intricate White and Green beaded sequin floral pattern on white lace mini cocktail dress. Dress is lined in silk but sleeve in unlined. Size: best fit size 0/2 or 4 Bu...
Hermes Crocodile Porosus Skin Kelly Sport Bag
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Rare Item - Hermes Crocodile Porosus Skin Kelly Sport Bag Bright orange crossbody bag crafted in shiny Crocodile Porosus skin with shiny 18k gold plated hardware. Designed with 'H...
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.
There is a stylish garment for anywhere in the universe, and on 1stDibs, finding the right vintage and designer coats and outerwear doesn’t have to feel like a journey to the ends of the earth.
Outerwear includes many types of garments aside from the standard coat. From capes, gilets, jackets and cloaks to raincoats and kimonos, fashion designers have long been preparing us for the elements, and outerwear in general has changed and evolved significantly over time.
A lot of the coat styles in our closets, such as the durable Navy-inspired peacoat, were popularized by soldiers who battled aggressive climes in their regulation field jackets and parkas — indeed, keeping troopers comfortable guided the design of the military surplus garments that have often become buzzy fashion trends. Even today, owing to the likes of Burberry, a luxury fashion house that is among the originators of the trench coat worn by British officers during World War I, the trench remains a timeless style, now available in a range of colors that can be worn throughout the year.
While women in late 1700s England donned an adaptation of a men’s jacket called a spencer — the likeness of which could be spotted in Ralph Lauren’s ready-to-wear collections hundreds of years later — designers hadn’t widely been crafting outerwear specifically for women. Generally, the outerwear of choice for the fashionable, well-heeled lady prior to the 1800s usually consisted of capes, shawls and stoles. By the mid-1800s, women were wearing overcoats with multiple layered collars popularized by men (often called a Garrick coat in England), and as women entered the workforce during the 1920s, hemlines climbed, jewelry was prominent and fashion conventions were broken across the board.
Thankfully, the 20th century’s tradition of challenging the norm continues steadfast in today’s outerwear fashions. Contemporary designers certainly find inspiration in 1960s and 1970s coats by Pierre Cardin, Yves Saint Laurent and Bonnie Cashin, but unisex options abound in modern creations that take both function and style into account. Find what inspires you in the full range of vintage and designer coats and outerwear available for sale on 1stDibs.