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.
New Alexander McQueen Chain Embedded within Plexiglass Bangle Bracelet
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Conroe, TX
Alexander McQueen Plexi Chain Bangle features a gold-tone metal chain embedded within black plexiglass Brand New With Tags Heavy weight 135 grams Measurements: Inside Circumferenc...
New Alexander McQueen Palladium Plated Silver Choker Necklace
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Conroe, TX
Alexander McQueen statement choker necklace featuring Palladium plated silver-tone curb chains and an intricate floral openwork centerpiece with crystal accents. Crafted in Italy wit...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2005 Silver Bead Chain Military Dog Tag Pendant Necklace
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2005 Silver Bead Chain Military Dog Tag Pendant Necklace Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: A/W 2005 "The Man Who Knew Too Much" Designer: Alexander McQueen Style: Necklace Color(s): Silver Unmarked Fabric (feel of): Silver Additional Details / Inclusions: Alexander McQueen pendant...
Alexander McQueen Enamel Skull Bangle, Silver-Tone, UK, 21st Century
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Port Hope, ON
Alexander McQueen is well known for the the "Skull" design which is found on the brand's jewelry, foot wear, clothing and handbags/clutches. This particular bangle is especially beau...
Enamel
ALEXANDER McQUEEN c.2006 Orange Large Marbled Resin Beaded Metal Necklace w/Box
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN c.2006 Orange Large Marbled Resin Beaded Metal Necklace w/Box RARE Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Circa: 2006 Designer: Alexander McQueen Style: Beaded Necklace Color(s): Shades of orange and yellow; silver (small beads) Unmarked Material (feel of): Resin, Silver-toned beads Additional Details / Inclusions: Alexander McQueen circa 2006 necklace. Large marbled resin polished beads blended with shades of yellow and orange. Small silver metal beads between each larger resin beads. Silver metal lobster claw closure on center back. Engraved "Alexander McQueen" circle medallion tag connected...
Alexander McQueen Layered Moth Statement Ring
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Statement Piece - Alexander McQueen Layered Moth Statement Ring Polished, silver-tone ring designed in a form of a moth with extended wings. Featuring an open-back with 'Alexander ...
$396Sale Price|40% Off
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Runway Multi hoop gold silver crystal cuff earring
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Runway Multi hoop gold silver crystal cuff earring Reference: KEDG/A00024 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Sarah Burton Model: Multi Hoop Ear Cuff Collection: Run...
Gold, Silver
South Sea Pearl Graduated Knotted String Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold Clasp
Located in Milford, DE
An exquisite South Sea pearl necklace! Features graduated white pearls on a knotted string, accented with a 14K yellow gold crabclaw clasp. A perfect final touch to any style! Hallm...
South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold
18 Karat White Gold and Diamond Necklace with a Heart Motif on Chain
Located in Honolulu, HI
Beautiful diamond neckalce with drop heart motif in 18k white gold. This gorgeous necklace features 17 round diamonds bezel set at the center of a chain with a heart shape drop pendant pave set with 6 round diamonds. The diamond section is hinged between bezels for flexibility. A total of 24 round brilliant cut diamonds, G - H in color and SI in clarity totaling approximately 0.20 carat. The necklace is 15.50 inch long. The chain is cable link equipped wuth a lobster clasp. This gorgeous daimond necklace...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,875
Topaz Cuff Bangle
Located in Miami, FL
Striking cuff bangle crafted in Silver featuring 73 oval shaped Blue Topaz stones. This gorgeous bracelet measures 2.7 inches at its widest part and taper...
Topaz, Silver
Chanel Ultra Ring 18 Karat White Gold and Black Ceramic
By Chanel
Located in Honolulu, HI
Authentic CHANEL Ultra ring in 18k white gold and black ceramic. This iconic Chanel collection features a link design for a modern everyday use. This...
18k Gold, White Gold
Carnelian Bead Knotted String Triple Strand Necklace, 14 Karat Clasp
Located in Milford, DE
A bold and bright triple strand necklace! Features three strands of 10mm carnelian beads, connected to a single strand with a vermeil cubic zirconia-accented connector. The clasp its...
Carnelian, 14k Gold, Vermeil
Mens Gold Dollar Sign Nugget Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Mens Gold Dollar Sign Nugget Ring in 14k Yellow Gold. The ring measures ~21.27 mm wide. The dollar sign has a diamond cut texturing and a high polish finish. The ring shoulders feature a nugget design and the shank has a high polish finish. The total weight of the ring is 9.3 grams. The ring is size 10 and can be easily resized for a small fee. Stamped "14K". This is a brand new ring. Ring Specifications: Gender: Men's Style: Large Fashion Ring...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Ladybug Necklace in 14k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Necklace Metal: 14k White Gold Total Weight: 3.7 Grams Chain Length: 16" Pendant Measurements: 11 mm x 10 mm Diamond Carat Weight: 0.05 carats Stamped: "14...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Single Large Pearl Omega Chain Necklace 14K White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Necklace Metal: 14k White Gold Total Weight: 7.8 Grams Necklace Length: 17" Pearl Type: Cultured Pearl Bead Diameter : 13.5 mm Stamped: "14KT" "Indonesia...
Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Men's Large Black Mottled Jade Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Style: Statement Ring Ring Size: 10 (resizing available for a fee) Total Weight: 8.2 Grams Gemstone Specifications: Center Gemstone:...
Jade, Black Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Mottled Green Jade Ring in 14k Rose Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K Rose Gold Style: Statement Ring Ring Size: 8.5 (resizing available for a fee) Total Weight: 5.9 Grams Gemstone Specifications: Center Gemstone: ...
Jade, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
7 Pearl Chain Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Necklace Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 4.3 Grams Necklace Length: 16" Pearl Type: Akoya Pearls Pearl Bead Diameter : 6 mm Stamped: "K18" Conditi...
Pearl, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Men's Oval Green Water Jade and 6 Diamond Ring, 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Men's Oval Green Water Jadeite Jade and 6 Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold. This stunning jade has a one-of-a-kind color with beautiful translucency. The...
Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Alexander McQueen Skull Ring - '90s
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Alexander McQueen Skull Ring in gold plated metal, featuring red stones and a bold skull design with a mohawk. A striking statement of edg...
Alexander McQueen Skull Bee Embellished Crystal Ring
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Alexander McQueen Skull Bee Embellished Crystal Ring Silver statement ring with the brand's signature oversized Skull motif. Featuring enamel detailed Bee embellishment to the top....
Crystal
Alexander McQueen Skull Wrap-Around Pearl & Crystal Ring
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Alexander McQueen Skull Wrap-Around Pearl & Crystal Ring Antique gold finish brass wrap-around ring with gothic glamour design. Embellished with the brand's signature skull to each...
Crystal, Pearl, Brass
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN cream enamel double skull gold tone cuff bangle
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN cream enamel double skull gold tone cuff bangle Reference: ALCU/A00047 Brand: Alexander McQueen Material: Enamel, Metal Color: Cream, Gold...
Gold, Enamel
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Runway Rose Choker gunmetal silver black jewel choker necklace
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Runway Rose Choker gunmetal silver black jewel choker necklace Reference: KEDG/A00004 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Sarah Burton Model: Rose Choker Collection:...
Silver
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Runway silver rhinestone teardrop earcuff statement earring
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Runway silver rhinestone teardrop earcuff statement earring Reference: KEDG/A00006 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Sarah Burton Collection: Runway Material: Meta...
Silver
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN beige yellow skull enamel gold tone brass bangle cuff
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN beige yellow skull enamel gold tone brass bangle cuff Reference: ANWU/A00146 Brand: Alexander McQueen Material: Brass Color: Yellow, Gold Pattern: Skull Closure: Pu...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN silver gold birds heart locket textured chain necklace
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN silver gold birds heart locket textured chain necklace Reference: TGAS/D01108 Brand: Alexander McQueen Material: Metal Color: Silver, Gold Pattern: Solid Closure: L...
Gold, Silver
Alexander Mc Queen Golden and Silvery Metal Earrings Ornamented with Rhinestones
By Alexander McQueen
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Alexander Mc Queen - Golden and silvery metal earrings ornamented with rhinestones Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Height: 6.7 cm Seller Referenc...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN faux pearl gold jewel charm short necklace
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN faux pearl gold jewel charm short necklace Reference: TGAS/D00706 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Sarah Burton Material: Metal, Faux Pearl Color: Pearl, Bronze P...
Gold
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN red black scaled leather skull charm double wrap bracelet cuff
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN red black scaled leather skull charm double wrap bracelet cuff Reference: ANWU/A00164 Brand: Alexander McQueen Material: Leather C...
Alexander Mcqueen Skull Bangel
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Fabulous Alexander Mcqueen bangle featuring their signature skull motif. In a gorgeous electric blue shade alongside black and sterling silver...