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 2006 tailored long sleeve spread collar cotton shirt IT42 M
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2006 tailored long sleeve spread collar cotton shirt IT42 M Reference: DYTG/A00089 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Lee Alex...
Black single breasted jacket with cut-work ALEXANDER McQUEEN
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black single breasted jacket with cut-work. No fabric composition tag but probably wool and rayon lining. Button and buttonhole closure on the middle front. Shoulder pad. Pocket on b...
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...
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 ...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN AW2010 Angels Demons black gold bead structural dress IT40 S
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN AW2010 Angels Demons black gold bead structural dress IT40 S Reference: NKLL/A00263 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Lee Alexander McQueen Collection: FW 2010 Ang...
2010 Alexander McQueen “Catacombs” Skull-Printed Silk Tunic with Attached Scarf
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Alexander McQueen “Catacombs” Skull-Printed Silk Tunic with Attached Scarf From the iconic Autumn/Winter 2010 “Plato’s Atlantis” collection — Alexander McQueen’s final, visionary run...
Alexander McQueen Blue Bodycon Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A bright blue knit bodycon dress from Alexander McQueen. It has a crew neckline and cap sleeves. There are no closures, it slips on over the head. Fits s...
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 Plato's Atlantis python dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
- Iconic collection: S/S 2010 "Plato's Atlantis" Alexander McQueen Plato's Atlantis python dress size 38 made in Italy color: multi condition: gently...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN S/S 2007 Silk Butterfly Print Skirt IT40
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
Alexander McQueen Spring/Summer 2007 Silk Butterfly Bubble Skirt Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Alexander McQueen Collection: S/S 2007 - commercial collection Fabric: 100% Silk...
S/S 1997 Givenchy by Alexander McQueen Grey tailored Blazer Jacket
By Alexander McQueen, Givenchy
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...
$159Sale Price|40% Off
Alexander McQueen Women's Black Leather Zipper Trim Sandals Size 36.5
By Alexander McQueen, Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Stunning archival Alexander McQueen zipper trim sandals. Unworn with dustbag. Made from smooth black leather with goldtone and red zipper trims, zip bac...
A/W 2005 - 2006 Alexander McQueen Fringed Dark Diesel Green Leather Jacket
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Sheffield, GB
An Alexander McQueen diesel green fringed leather jacket from the A/ W 2005 - 2006 ‘The Man Who Knew Too Much’ Collection. Featuring central line ‘Lampo’ Zips down the Center and on ...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN kelly wool cashmere twisted curved sleeves pullover sweater
By Alexander McQueen, Sarah Burton
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2023 kelly green wool cashmere twisted curved sleeves pullover sweater S Reference: AAWC/A01772 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Sarah Burton Collection: 2023 Mat...
Alexander McQueen Gold Floral Jacquard Tailored Blazer IT44
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
Alexander McQueen fitted blazer crafted from a gold-toned cotton blend with an intricate tonal floral jacquard pattern throughout. Cut in a sharply tailored, feminine silhouette wit...
Alexander McQueen 2000s Unworn Leopard Pony Hair and Red Suede High Heel Booties
By Alexander McQueen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Alexander McQueen pony hair and suede peep toe bootie-style pumps in leopard print and red. Leopard pony hair upper with red suede at heel, platform and red trim detail. Slightly rou...
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 2009 Runway Pink and Grey Crystal Kaleidoscope Print Leggings
By Alexander McQueen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage 2000s Alexander McQueen iconic crystal print leggings in a kaleidoscopic pattern of pink, grey, white and black from the Spring/Summer 2009 collection, "Natural Dis-tinction...
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...
Light grey and anthracite Trompe l'oeil single breasted jacket ALEXANDER McQUEEN
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Light grey and anthracite Trompe l'oeil single breasted jacket. Main fabric composition: 100% wool. Polyester lining. Button and buttonhole closure on the middle front and on the cuf...
Alexander McQueen 2010 — Iconic Peep-Toe Skull Boots
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Alexander McQueen 2010 — Iconic Peep-Toe Skull Boots. Size 36 (23 cm / 9.05 inches) Ad Body: For sale: Iconic Alexander McQueen boots from the 2010 collection. A legendary open-toe...
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 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 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 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...
Vintage Givenchy Couture by Alexander McQueen Sz 36 Lipstick Red Silk Cape Dress
By Alexander McQueen, Givenchy
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 Black Floral Mini Dress XS, 21st Century
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Capri, IT
This Winter, let the dull flowers bloom in appreciation for a blossoming style as you step out in this Alexander McQueen dress. Crafted in wool and silk, this mini dress looks sassy ...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2023 Chiaroscuro off white wool silk floral cardigan top S
By Alexander McQueen, Sarah Burton
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2023 Chiaroscuro off white wool silk floral cardigan top S Reference: AAWC/A01834 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Sarah Burton Model: Chiaroscuro Collection: AW ...
Alexander McQueen Men's William Blake Dante Print Suit – RARE, Collector piece
By Alexander McQueen, Sarah Burton
Located in Dallas, TX
Alexander McQueen Men's William Blake Dante Print Suit – Ivory Pastel Spring/Summer 2022 menswear collection Collector, Art Print suit, Sold out, McQueen archive piece The William ...
$2,963Sale Price|24% Off
New Alexander McQueen Olive Green Wool Cape Jacket Coat Size IT 44
By Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen, Alexander McQueen
Located in Conroe, TX
Alexander McQueen Pre-Fall 2015 Brand New $3950 Butter Soft Wool IT44 Olive Mock Knit at Neck Zips and Belted at Waist Fully Lined Two Front Pockets Bust: 37" Waist: 32" Shoulder:...
Alexander McQueen c.2000 3/4 Pants Low Rise Black peddle pusher cropped Trousers
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Sheffield, GB
Alexander McQueen low waisted 3/4 Length riding pants in Black, crafted from a ribbed textures cloth, with subtle pinstriped panel detail and buttons at the leg cuff. Circa 2000. Rec...
2011 Alexander McQueen Red Abstract Rose Print Chiffon Corset Gown
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
This stunning gown is from Sarah Burton’s Resort 2011 collection for Alexander McQueen. One of the designer’s first collections for McQueen after the eponymous founder’s passing, Vog...
Alexander McQueen Gray Suede Ankle Boots EU 37 with Stiletto Heel
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Krakow, PL
ALEXANDER McQUEEN Gray Leather & Suede Ankle Boots — EU 37 A striking pair of Alexander McQueen ankle boots combining luxurious gray leather and suede with distinctive silver-tone de...
Alexander McQueen Spring 2005 Map Print Silk Ruffle Blouse
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Rarest vintage Alexander McQueen map print blouse from the Spring 2005 collection. In amazing unworn condition. Made from super soft cream silk chiffon with a muted treasure map p...
Alexander McQueen Rare New with Tags Embroidered Split Hem Jeans SS 1999
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
Incredible embroidered blue jeans by Alexander McQueen from one of his early notable early collections. They are mid rise with straight legs an...
Alexander McQueen "What a Merry Go Round" Spiral Zipper Evening Dress NEW
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pre-death Alexander McQueen rare A/W 2001 "What a Merry Go Round" Collection. Fashioned of black stretch satin with spiral zipper througout dress allowing to cleverly adjust and ...
Alexander McQueen NIB Kate Moss, Nicki Minaj Maya Python Platform Heels Sandals
By Alexander McQueen, Dsquared2
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 2022 Brush Graffiti black white logo flared skirt IT38 XS
By Alexander McQueen, Sarah Burton
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2022 Brush Graffiti black white logo flared skirt IT38 XS Reference: AAWC/A00497 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Sarah Burton Collection: 2022 Material: Polyeste...
Green and black jacquard sleeveless cocktail dress ALEXANDER McQUEEN
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Green and black jacquard sleeveless cocktail dress . Fabric composition: 52% wool, 41% modal, 7% polyester. SIZE M
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Heroine 21 black calfskin leather gold hardware satchel bag
By Sarah Burton, Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Heroine 21 black calfskin leather gold hardware satchel bag Reference: TGAS/G00345 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Sarah Burton Model: Heroine 21 Mini Material: ...
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 F/W 2009 "Horn Of Plenty" Iconic Red Blk Houndstooth Bow Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
Designed by Alexander McQueen for the fall/winter 2009 collection. Red and black knit houndstooth pattern, in various sizes to accentuate the figure with a slight optical illusion ef...
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...
2000s Alexander McQueen Gold Python Leather Biker Jacket
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
This decadent gold python leather jacket was designed for Alexander McQueen during Lee McQueen’s tenure as Creative Director of his eponymous house. Following Gucci Group’s acquisiti...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2021 Runway light pink anemone faille off shoulder dress IT38
By Alexander McQueen, Sarah Burton
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 S/S 2000 "Eye" Black Silver Cutout Peek-A-Boo Flare Trousers
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
Rare Alexander McQueen Spring 2000 "Eye" cut out black wool blend stretch trousers. Arch shaped cut outs at front of pant and flare out s...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2018 red black tartan tweed front slit shift dress IT38 XS
By Sarah Burton, Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2018 red black tartan tweed front slit shift dress IT38 XS Reference: TGAS/F00255 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Sarah Burton Collection: 2018 Material: Polyami...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2009 Black Gray Nude Mesh Tassel Fringe Draped Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2009 Black Gray Nude Mesh Tassel Fringe Draped Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: S/S 2009 "Natural Dis-tinction Un-natural Selection" Designer: Alexander McQueen Style: Cocktail Dress Color(s): Shades of gray, black, nude (mesh) Lined: No Unmarked Fabric (feel of): Mesh (base), Fringe Additional Details / Inclusions: Alexander McQueen fringe...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2021 Zip Detail Peplum lambskin leather blazer jacket IT40 S
By Sarah Burton, Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2021 Zip Detail Peplum black lambskin leather blazer jacket IT40 S Reference: AAWC/A01814 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Sarah Burton Model: Zip-Detail Peplum L...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN pink LEATHER CROPPED BIKER Jacket 40
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Zürich, CH
Alexander McQueen cropped biker jacket in pale pink textured calf leather. With epaulettes, buttoned notch collar, zipper pocket on the chest, buttoned flap pocket on the front, belt...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN rose pink dramatic puff sleeve cotton tshirt IT38 XS
By Alexander McQueen, Sarah Burton
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN rose pink dramatic puff sleeve cotton tshirt IT38 XS Reference: AAWC/A00797 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Sarah Burton Material: Cotton, Polyester Color: Pink ...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2003 "Irere" Tan Knit Button Embellished Plunge Blouse Top
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2003 "Irere" Tan Cotton Knit Button Embellished Plunge Blouse Top Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: S/S 2003 "Irere" Designer: Alexander McQu...
$156Sale Price|20% Off
Alexander McQueen X Puma AMQ Trail Trainer Mid Top Sneakers Red Suede US 9
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Alexander McQueen X Puma AMQ Trail Trainer Mid- Top Sneakers Brown and Red Suede. Alexander McQueen Puma, never worn, new in box. Alexander McQueen X Puma Sneaker Size Men's / US 9 / EU 42 PUMA Alexander McQueen fashion sneakers, suede and leather. Puma x Alexander McQueen Sneakers...
Alexander McQueen Black Leather Skull Clutch Bag with Crystals
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Krakow, PL
Alexander McQueen Skull Leather Clutch Condition: Very good Description: Alexander McQueen Skull clutch crafted from genuine black leath...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN c.2003 Brown Leather Crocodile Embossed Buckle Box Handbag
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN c.2003 Brown Leather Crocodile Embossed Buckle Box Handbag Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Circa: 2003 Designer: Ale...
Alexander McQueen Spring/Summer 2008 — Python Jacket
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
This jacket features the perfect biker cut with the shoulder accent that McQueen loved. Size: 42 (Italian mesh) / Russian 46-48. Measurements (measured on the jacket): • Sleeve leng...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2009 "Natural Dis-Tinction" Skeleton Kaleidoscope Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2009 "Natural Dis-Tinction" Skeleton Kaleidoscope Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: S/S 2009 "Natura...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN c.2013 Gold Glitter Leather Metal Knuckle Ring Duster Clutch
By Alexander McQueen, Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Circa: 2013 Designer: Sarah Burton Manufacturer Style Name: Skull Four Ring Clutch Style: Clutch Handbag Color(s): Shades of gold, brown Lined: Yes Unmarked Fabric Content (feel of): Leather (lining), metal (hardware) Additional Details / Inclusions: Alexander McQueen circa 2013 knuckle ring duster box clutch. Long rectangular hardshell box exterior. Gold metallic glitter exterior. Large gold-toned metal skull and gemstone feature ring clasp at top of bag; gold-toned metal hardware around opening of bag. Four knuckle-ring sculpted skull hardware embellished with crystals; single large clear gemstone ring detail. Single long interior compartment. Brown leather interior lining with “Alexander McQueen Made In...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN c.2008 Black Leather Paisley Embossed Large Clutch Purse Bag
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN c.2008 Black Patent Leather Paisley Print Flat Large Clutch Purse Bag Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Circa: 2008 Style: ...
Vintage Alexander McQueen Bat Wing Knit Top
By Alexander McQueen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Vintage Alexander McQueen Bat Wing Knit Top would be an exciting addition to any wardrobe, especially for someone who enjoys pieces that combine boldness, sophistication, and art...