Alexander McQueen Python Knuckle Duster Box Clutch
By Alexander McQueen
Located in PARIS, FR
The structure features a rigid oval silhouette topped with McQueens signature knuckle duster clasp, a sculptural handle designed like a set of rings.
Edwardian Platinum and 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Knuckle Duster Ring
Located in New York, NY
The unique knuckle duster design offers an eye-catching and dramatic silhouette, making it a perfect choice for someone seeking an unforgettable, vintage-inspired piece.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Alexander McQueen Crystal Lace Four-Ring Knuckle Box Clutch Bag Collector piece
By Alexander McQueen
Located in KRAKÓW, PL
If you know McQueen, you know how iconic the knuckle duster silhouette is, but this particular edition goes way beyond the classic leather versions.
ALEXANDER McQUEEN c.2013 Metallic Oil Slick Leather Knuckle Ring Duster Clutch
By Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen, 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 gray, purple, gr...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN c.2013 Gold Glitter Leather Metal Knuckle Ring Duster Clutch
By Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen, 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 Line...
Alexander McQueen Ponyhair Knuckle Duster Clutch
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Roslyn, NY
Push-lock closure at top. Knuckle duster featuring signature skull detail and yellow crystal embellishments.
Delft Knuckle Duster
By Magnus Gjoen
Located in London, GB
Gjoen is a London-born artist with an impressive fashion background, having studied fashion design in London and Milan and having worked for Vivienne Westwood amongst others. Gjoen t...
Archival Ink, Archival Pigment
Unavailable
H 15.75 in W 31.5 in
Knuckle Duster, computer cut, vibrant yellow, contemporary, original
By Matt Jordan
Located in London, GB
Large computer cut wooden Knuckle duster.
Wood, Acrylic, Vinyl
Vintage 14ct Gold Ox Bone Twist Signet Mourning Ring O 7.25 585 Purity Domed
Located in Camelford, GB
On offer is this gorgeous 14CT GOLD UNUSUAL OX BONE TWIST SIGNET BAND RING DETAILS Material: Solid 14ct (585/000) yellow gold and ox bone Style: Victorian mourning style but would ...
Gold, 14k Gold
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H 5.32 in W 9.26 in D 2.37 in
A:EXANDER MCQUEEN Knuckle Duster gold Skull jewel black gold chain bag
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
A:EXANDER MCQUEEN Knuckle Duster gold Skull jewel black gold chain bag Reference: MAWG/A00063 Brand: Alexander McQueen Model: Knuckle Duster flap bag Material: Leather Color: Bl...
GUCCI Alessandro Michele gold tiger knuckle duster metal mesh ring bangle
By Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI Alessandro Michele gold tiger knuckle duster metal mesh ring bangle Reference: BSHW/A00124 Brand: Gucci Designer: Alessandro Michele Material: Metal Color: Gold Pattern: Solid ...
Gold
ALEXANDER McQUEEN Skull & Citrine Black Pony Hair Knuckle Duster Box Clutch
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN Black Pony Hair Skull & Citrine Knuckle Duster Box Clutch Estimated Retail: $1251.00 Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Manufacturer Style Name: Knuckle Du...
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H 5.12 in W 7.09 in D 3.94 in
new ALEXANDER MCQUEEN denim overstitch skull knuckle duster chain crossbody bag
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new ALEXANDER MCQUEEN denim overstitch skull knuckle duster chain crossbody bag Brand: Alexander Mcqueen Model Name / Style: Knuckle crossbody Material: Denim Color: Blue Pattern: S...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Pink Snakeskin Skull Knuckle-Duster Box Clutch
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Pink Snakeskin Skull Knuckle-Duster Box Clutch Estimated Retail: $2295 Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Style: Clutch Color(s): Pink Lined: ...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN Fuchsia Pink Python Crystal Knuckle-Duster Box Clutch
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: ALEXANDER McQUEEN Fuchsia Pink Python Knuckle-Duster Box Clutch Estimated Retail: $2,545 Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Style: Clutch Color(s): Shades of pi...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN Silver Grey Crystal Embellished Knuckle-Duster Box Clutch
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: ALEXANDER McQUEEN Silver Grey Swarovski Crystal Embellished Knuckle-Duster Box Clutch Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Style: Clutch Color(s): Grey Lined: Y...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN F/W 2013 Black Gold Leather Studded Knuckle Ring Duster Clutch
By Alexander McQueen, Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: F/W 2013 Designer: Sarah Burton Manufacturer Style Name: Skull Four Ring Clutch Style: Clutch Handbag Color(s): Shades of black, ...
Alexander McQueen Butterfly Knuckle-Duster Box Clutch Bag
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU CT-2442 Model Knuckle-Duster Clutch Metal Gilt Length approx 16 cm Width approx 5 cm Condition Excellent Other Info Left to Right: approx 16cm / Height: approx 19cm / Depth: appr...
Alexander McQueen 'Angels and Demons' Fall 2010 Knuckle Duster Clutch Bag
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
A fine and rare black leather embossed large knuckle duster clutch bag by Alexander McQueen. This clutch is from the last collection Alexander McQueen designed and was released after...
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Black Distressed Leather Knuckle Duster Clutch
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER vintage rare black distressed leather knuckle duster clutch. This clutch features : - Black distressed leather body. - Polished silver toned knuckle duster handle...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Knuckle Duster scaled leather crystal skull 4 ring box clutch
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Knuckle Duster grey scaled leather crystal skull 4 ring box clutch Reference: YIKK/A00159 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Lee Alexander McQueen Model: Knuckle Du...
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H 5.12 in W 7.09 in D 3.94 in
new ALEXANDER MCQUEEN denim overstitch skull knuckle duster chain crossbody bag
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new ALEXANDER MCQUEEN denim overstitch skull knuckle duster chain crossbody bag Reference: MAWG/A00035 Brand: Alexander McQueen Model: Knuckle crossbody Material: Denim Color: B...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN c.2012 Gold Genuine Python Snake Skull Knuckle Duster Clutch
By Alexander McQueen, Sarah Burton
Located in Thiensville, WI
Alexander McQueen c.2012 gold genuine python knuckle-duster clutch. Distressed gold-tone hardware.
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN S/S 2010 Black Genuine Python Skull Knuckle Duster Box Clutch
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
Alexander McQueen Spring/Summer 2010 black genuine python knuckle duster box clutch. Distressed silver tone hardware.
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2010 Brown Leather Long Skull Knuckle Duster Box Clutch
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
Alexander McQueen Spring/Summer 2010 brown genuine leather long knuckle duster box clutch. Distressed silver tone hardware.
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2010 Gold Genuine Python Skull Knuckle Duster Box Clutch
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
Alexander McQueen Spring/Summer 2010 metallic gold genuine python knuckle duster box clutch. Signature silver-toned hinged clasp with four knuckle rings; embellished in Swarovski cry...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN Black Croc Embossed Leather Knuckle Duster Box Clutch w/Box
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN Black Croc Embossed Leather Skull Knuckle Duster Box Clutch w/Box Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Circa: 2000's Designer: Alexander McQueen Manufacturer S...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN Coral Python Skull Crystal Knuckle Duster Box Clutch
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: ALEXANDER McQUEEN Coral Python Skull Crystal Knuckle Duster Box Clutch Estimated Retail: $2,545 Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Style: Clutch Color(s): Ora...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN Color-Block Knuckle Duster Box Clutch + Usher Signed Letter
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN Red Orange Color-Block Skull Crystal Knuckle Duster Box Clutch + Usher Signed Letter (gifting item to a love interest) Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen St...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN Pink Satin Rose Gold Crystal Skull Knuckle Ring Duster Clutch
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN Pink Satin Rose Gold Crystal Skull Knuckle Ring Duster Clutch Brand/Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Designer: Alexander McQueen Manufacturer Style Name: Knuckle ...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN Maroon Python Snakeskin Skull Knuckle Ring Duster Box Clutch
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN Maroon Python Snakeskin Skull Knuckle Ring Duster Box Clutch Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Style: Clutch Color(s): Maroon exterior, Gold hardware, Gray ...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN F/W 2010 Red Metallic Python Skull Knuckle Ring Duster Clutch
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN F/W 2010 Red Metallic Python Skull Knuckle Ring Duster Clutch Brand/Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: F/W 2010 Designer: Alexander McQueen Style: Box c...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2011 Black White Tweed Zipper Knuckle Ring Duster Clutch
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2011 Black White Tweed Zipper Knuckle Ring Duster Clutch Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Autumn / Winter 2011 Designer: Sarah Burton Style...
Mermaid Knuckle Duster
Located in Fifth Avenue, NY
A knuckle duster ring composed of a prong set fancy rose cut diamond weighing 14.99 cts which is surrounded by 4.28cts of fancy rose cut diamonds and 1.21cts of round brilliant cut d...
Diamond, 18k Gold
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN KNUCKLE DUSTER DOURADA Clutch
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Montgomery, TX
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Alexander Mcqueen Knuckle Duster Gold Original Clutch made in beige suede with gold micro rivet application.
Alexander McQueen Butterfly Knuckle-Duster Box Clutch Bag
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Westhampton Beach, NY
Alexander McQueen Butterfly Knuckle-Duster Box Clutch Bag features golden butterflies perched on large amber colored crystal stones.
Alexander McQueen Black Leather Knuckle Duster Shoulder Bag
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
It is an impeccable black bag that calls out to the contemporary fashionista in you while the edgy skull motifs and crystal-embellished knuckle duster in silver-tone add a striking t...
Alexander Mcqueen Oil Slick Knuckle Duster Box Clutch
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Oil Slick Knuckle Duster Box Clutch is an instant classic and highly desired by connoisseurs of Alexander McQeen creations!
Sold
H 4.14 in W 2.37 in L 11.03 in
Alexander McQueen Black Leather Hell's Knuckle Duster Skull Box Clutch
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This Hell's Knuckle Duster Clutch from Alexander McQueen exudes versatility and luxury.
Emerald Knuckle Duster Ring
By Rebecca Koven
Located in Fifth Avenue, NY
An 18kt yellow gold, silver and emerald ring.
There are approximately 14.80cts of oval cut emeralds and they have been set into sterling silver. size 8
Emerald, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold
Alexander McQueen Black Embroidered Knuckle Duster Flap Bag
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Alexander McQueen Black Embroidered Knuckle Flap Bag - Abstract floral embroidery in red and pick on the front of the bag - Abstract floral embroidery in silver and grey on the back...
Alexander McQueen White Crocodile Embossed Crystal Knuckle Duster Bag
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Alexander McQueen White Knuckle Crocodile Cross Body Bag - From AW18 Collection - Crafted from crocodile-effect leather - Silver-tone metal knuckle clasp - Faux-pearl and crystal-em...
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W 9.45 in D 2.76 in L 6.11 in
Alexander McQueen Black Crocodile Embossed Crystal Knuckle Duster Bag
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Alexander McQueen Black Knuckle Crocodile Cross Body Bag - From AW18 Collection - Crafted from crocodile-effect leather - Silver-tone metal knuckle clasp - Faux-pearl and crystal-em...
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H 3.5 in W 6.25 in D 2 in
Alexander McQueen Snakeskin Knuckle Duster Box Clutch With Brass Hardware
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Alluring Snakeskin Box Clutch is typical Alexander McQueen...fashion forward and luxuriously crafted! Features exquisite beige, silver, and ivory snakeskin exterior with brass and g...
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H 4.73 in W 1.97 in L 7.09 in
Alexander McQueen Holographic/Pink Pvc and Leather Knuckle Duster Shoulder Bag
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Designer bags are ideal companions for ample occasions! Here we have a fashion-meets-functionality piece crafted with precision. It has been equipped with a well-sized interior that ...
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H 4.73 in W 1.97 in L 7.09 in
Alexander McQueen Holographic/Pink Pvc and Leather Knuckle Duster Shoulder Bag
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Designer bags are ideal companions for ample occasions! Here we have a fashion-meets-functionality piece crafted with precision. It has been equipped with a well-sized interior that ...
Alexander McQueen Flat Knuckle Clutch Sequin Embellished Leather Small
By Alexander McQueen
Located in NY, NY
This Alexander McQueen Flat Knuckle Clutch Sequin Embellished Leather Small, crafted with black and white beaded leather, features crystal-embellished knuckle duster handle and gold-...
Alexander McQueen Jewelled Flap Satchel Quilted Leather Medium
By Alexander McQueen
Located in NY, NY
This Alexander McQueen Jewelled Flap Satchel Quilted Leather Medium, crafted in black quilted leather, features chain link and leather strap, skull and crystal embellished knuckle du...
Alexander McQueen Jewelled Flap Satchel Leather Medium
By Alexander McQueen
Located in NY, NY
This Alexander McQueen Jewelled Flap Satchel Leather Medium, crafted in black leather, features chain-link and leather strap, iconic skull, and crystal embellished knuckle duster and...
2.70 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Gold Platinum Five Stone Ring
Located in Theydon Bois, Essex
A veritable knuckle-duster of bling. The mega five stone ring is big, bright and very very bold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Alexander McQueen Snakeskin Jeweled Knuckle Duster Clutch
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a gorgeous box style clutch made with red snakeskin and a gold tone knuckle duster handle decorated with skulls and jewels.
Alexander McQueen Hell's Knuckle Duster Box Clutch
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Palm Beach, FL
New Hell's Knuckle Duster box clutch is an instant classic and highly desired by connoisseurs and collectors of Alexander McQueen creations.
Alexander McQueen Gold Studded Knuckle Duster Skull Clutch
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Annapolis, MD
McQueen plays beautifully with texture and function in this clutch. Featuring a four ring clasp design, and made with full grain leather, gold tone hardware and Swarovski crystal det...
Alexander McQueen Black Satin Crystal Embellished Bird Knuckle clutch
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Alexander McQueen Black & Gold Knuckle clutch -Black Satin Structured Clutch -Gold Bird and apple Hardware knuckle duster detail -Clasp Fastener -Heavyweight clutch -Made in Italy ...
Alexander McQueen Horse Chestnut Knuckle Clutch
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
This masterfully crafted knuckle-duster style handle doubles as the fastening clasp and features open horse chestnuts with burgundy Swarovski stone encrusted centres; one of which is...
Alexander McQueen Black Satin 3D Enamel Roses Knuckle Clutch
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Alexander McQueen Black Satin 3D Enamel Roses Knuckle Clutch - Darkly romantic itineration of the cult McQueen Knuckle clutch, featuring a silk satin wrapped box clutch, with hi...
Alexander McQueen Leather Knuckle Box Clutch
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
A classic Alexander McQueen Crystal encrusted and gold tone Skull Knuckle duster American Box Clutch, engraved name to the knuckle plate and embossed in the inside leather .
Rose Cut Diamond Solitare Gold Ring
Located in Cairo, EG
Large rose cut diamond diameter 10mm×8mm in octagon shape excellent spark white color no inclousion with total estimate diamond weight of 3.5 carats centered in 14k gold solitaire ri...
Art Deco 1.20ct Old-Cut Diamond and Platinum Ring, Italy, Circa 1920
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: 1920 ca. Size: 6 3/4 Weight: 3.9 gr. The Art Déco ring presents a rectangular shape and is fully characterized by 32 stones, old-cut diamonds and rose-cut diamonds; the ring...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold Stamped Victorian Curb Link Bracelet with Heart Padlock
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Curb Bracelet 15ct Yellow Gold Stamped Circa 1880 This antique Victorian curb link bracelet is a true treasure. Crafted from 15ct yellow gold, this chunky design is sure...
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Deco White Gold 1ctw Old Cut Diamond Filigree Engraved Dinner Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
-- Stone(s) -- (21) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old European, Step Trillion & Baguette Cut - Pave & Bezel Set - VS2-I2 Clarity - G-K Color - 1.0ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14K Whit...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold
2.30 Carat Natural Lavender Spinel Three-Stone Diamond Ring Platinum by Merkaba
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
2.30 Carat Natural Lavender Spinel Three Stone Diamond Ring in Platinum – Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills A refined three stone jewel created for collectors and connoisseurs, this 2.3...
Spinel, Multi-gemstone, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified Fancy Blue Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Featuring a very special center diamond Gia Certified as Natural 4.00 Ca...
Blue Diamond
$14,920
H 5.5 in W 10.5 in L 5.5 in
Chanel Cc Logo Reindeer Muff Vintage Rare Limited Edition White Fur Satchel
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel' White CC Reindeer Rabbit Muff 2001 {VINTAGE 21 Years} CC Logo with reindeer Gold hardware Detachable brushed-gold interwoven chain White rabbit fur Filled with down Black sa...
Antique 18ct White Gold & Platinum, 0.35 Carat Art Deco Sapphire & Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire and Diamond Target Ring 18ct White Gold & Platinum Circa 1920s Introducing an exquisite and authentic Art Deco ring crafted from 18ct white gold and platinum. Thi...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Platinum
Louis Vuitton Paris Italian Knit Brown Cardigan c 21st c
By Louis Vuitton
Located in University City, MO
Louis Vuitton Paris Italian knit brown cardigan sweater Size M The chic Italian knit cardigan is designed with a muted light brown shade; accented with subtle gold metallic knit band...
Sleek Braided Leather Alligator Head Choker Necklace
Located in University City, MO
Sleek braided leather alligator head choker necklace The unique choker necklace is designed with a pair of silver metal alligators heads adhered to a black leather braided cord. The ...
1990s Moschino Cheap & Chic Animal Print Vintage 90s Silk Short Sleeve Top
By Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage MOSCHINO Cheap & Chic silk animal print blouse! Features leopard, zebra, cheetah, and tiger prints throughout. Warm colors of brown, ivory, trimmed with black lace....
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum, Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond Target Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire Bombe Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Circa 1910 Step back into the elegance of the Edwardian era with this stunning bombe/domed oval-shaped ring, designed to provide e...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
CHLOE white leather MILK SALLY MEDIUM Shoulder Bag
By Chloé
Located in Zürich, CH
Chloé 'Sally Medium' shoulder bag in Milk (cream) grained calfskin featuring gold-tone hardware. Opens with a turn lock and has highlighted borders in gold-tone hardware. Intertwined...
Vivienne Westwood Logo Print Denim Cropped Jacket
By Vivienne Westwood, Anglomania
Located in New York, NY
Vivienne Westwood Denim jacket, cut with 18th Century corset seaming. The master of historical fashion revisits the denim jacket, in a more fitted shape with a dipping curved hem. Th...
Alexander McQueen mustard suede BIKER Jacket 38
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Zürich, CH
Alexander McQueen suede biker jacket in mustard suede with a notch collar and an attached belt on the back. Has two vertical and two asymmentrical pockets with a silver tone zipper o...
Jean Paul Gaultier Junior Vintage Black Denim Iconic Corset Style Jacket Size 48
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Junior vintage black denim iconic corset style jacket. This jacket features : - Distressed black denim. - Classic collar. - Front button down fastening. - Front l...
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.
An integral part of fashion, handbags and purses have been indispensable accessories ever since we began to carry around personal items. Level of craftsmanship, style and shape matters — from coin purses in ancient Greece to early 20th-century opera bags and onward, handbags have evolved considerably over the years to meet our needs and desires, whether or not you happen to be prioritizing functionality over a flashy exterior.
Once, a single “It” handbag ruled each fashion season. No more. Today, lovers of vintage handbags are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Nevertheless, classics created by the likes of Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.
“It is not a fashion bag — it is a statement bag,” says Mightychic's Debra Kent of Hermès's widely beloved accessories. “When you carry an iconic Hermès bag — Birkin, Kelly, Constance — no one knows how long you have been into this culture or if you are a newbie. Your status is validated immediately.”
First released in 1997, Fendi's Baguette rose to fame along with Carrie Bradshaw, the Sex and the City character portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker. Recently, the design has seen such a resurgence in popularity that Fendi has reissued it.
They are part of design history, so owning a handbag has meaning. As New York–based fashion historian Sarah C. Byrd says, “You have made the choice to invest in this piece because you understand the value of it in the past and in the future to come.”
From a 1980s Chanel black leather quilted mini buckle bag to the rare Hermès Birkin 30cm Himalayan with diamond hardware to a range of 19th-century bags, find a rich variety of vintage and designer handbags and purses spanning numerous brands on 1stDibs — seasonal “It” designation no longer needed.