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 Trompe L'oeil Lace Print Blouse 2006
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
From Alexander McQueen's twenty-eighth collection, The Widows of Culloden — staged on 3 March 2006 at Paris Fashion Week and dedicated to Isabella Blow. One of the most celebrated co...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2011 Leopard Pony Hair Heart Peep Toe Platform Pumps Shoes
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2011 Leopard Pony Hair Heart Peep Toe Platform Pumps Shoes Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: A/W 2011 Style: Platform High Heels Color(s): Shades of tan, brown. black, and burgundy Lined: No Unmarked Fabric Content (feel of): Pony hair fur exterior, leather and suede interior Additional Details / Inclusions: Alexander McQueen leopard print platform heels...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN F/W 2001 "What a Merry-Go-Round" Smoke Houndstooth Knit Pants
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN F/W 2001 "What a Merry-Go-Round" Smoke Houndstooth Knit Pants Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: F/W 2001 “What a Merry-Go-Round” Designer: Alexa...
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ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2023 black ribbed stiff sheer tulle peplum cardigan sweater S
By Sarah Burton, Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2023 black ribbed stiff sheer tulle peplum cardigan sweater S Reference: AAWC/A01535 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Sarah Burton Collection: 2023 Material: Visc...
Alexander McQueen Dress - Multi Dogtooth Knit - Burnt Orange + Black
By Alexander McQueen, McQ Alexander McQueen
Located in KENT, United Kingdom
Product Details: Alexander McQueen Dress - Multi Dogtooth Knit / Burnt Orange + Black - Full Skirt - Sleeveless Label: Alexander McQueen - McQ Size: XS (Fits UK 8 to UK 12) Fabric Co...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2000 “Eshu” Gray / Black Chevron Tailored Blazer Jacket
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2000 “Eshu” Gray/ Black / Yellow Chevron Tailored Blazer Jacket Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Designer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Autumn / Winte...
Alexander McQueen A/W 2005 "The Man Who Knew Too Much" Leopard Fur Jacket Skirt
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
Alexander McQueen A/W 2005 "The Man Who Knew Too Much" Leopard Print Silk Jacket Pencil Skirt Set Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Co...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2006 lilac black lace one shoulder bias gown dress IT40 S
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2006 lilac black lace one shoulder bias gown dress IT40 S Reference: TGAS/D01019 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Lee Alexander McQueen Collection: 2006 Material:...
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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...
2002 Alexander McQueen Supercalifragilistic-Expialidocious Set Britney Spears
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Alexander McQueen - Ready-to-Wear Fall / Winter 2002 Alexander McQueen «Supercalifragilistic-Expialidocious» Runway dress and jacket *Britney Spears photoshoot by Les Guzman, 2002 'I wanted it to be romantic, beautiful,' McQueen said of this collection and the pieces, the dresses especially, were just that. Vogue praised the intricate and meticulous details put into the pieces of this collection. The collection was inspired by a mix of Marie Antoinette, Tim Burton films, Sleepy Hollow in particular, and he even had Burton design the lighting for the show. There was a bit of schoolgirl fetish in the mix and the Supercalifragilistic-Expialidocious title of the show was of course taken from Mary Poppins. Alexander McQueen's Fall/Winter 2002 collection focused on elegance and sophisticated tailoring, creating silhouettes with tiny waists and gorgeous detailing Reference: Adriana Lima walks the runway during the Alexander McQueen Ready to Wear Fall/Winter 2002-2003...
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 A/W 2008 Black White Floral Peplum Illusion Circle Skirt
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2008 Black White Floral Peplum Illusion Circle Skirt Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: A/W 2008 Designer: Alexander McQueen Style: Skirt Colo...
Alexander McQueen 2008 Navy Blue Sequin Leggings Pants
By Alexander McQueen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Alexander McQueen navy blue sequined leggings from the Fall/Winter 2008 collection The Girl Who Lived in a Tree. As seen in gold in runway look 25 (see photo). These fitted pants f...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2007 "Sarabande" Iridescent Silk Pleated Mermaid Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2007 "Sarabande" Iridescent Silk Pleated Mermaid Dress Estimated Retail: $5,900 Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Spring / S...
2005 Alexander McQueen Beige Leather Mini-Skirt with Net Panels
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
This unusual Alexander McQueen skirt is from the late designer's pre spring/summer 2005 collection. Designed before Lee's tragic death in 2010, this buttery soft, beige leather mini-...
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ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Runway black leather zip asymmetric hem biker jacket IT38 XS
By Alexander McQueen, Sarah Burton
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Runway black leather zip asymmetric hem biker jacket IT38 XS Reference: KEDG/A00339 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Sarah Burton Material: Leather Color: Black, ...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN 2002 "Supercalifragilistic" Laced Leather Denim Skinny Jeans
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN 2002 "Supercalifragilistic" Laced Leather Denim Skinny Jeans - Runway look #4 Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Colle...
Alexander McQueen Black Lace Butterfly Dress Gown
By Alexander McQueen, Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Alexander McQueen form fitting evening gown fashioned of black lace emphasizing a striking but simple elegant silhouette. Designed in an intricate butterfly lace pattern with mock...
Shimmering Alexander McQueen Gold Jeweled Evening Dress Gown
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Alexander McQueen entrance maker gold metallic gown. Fashioned of a neutral shimmering gold metallic animal print showered with sparkling crystal ...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN c.2000’s Tan Scoop Neck Low Cut Side Racerback Knit Tank Top
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN c.2000’s Tan Scoop Neck Low Cut Side Racerback Knit Tank Top Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Circa: 2000’s Designer: Alexander McQueen Style: Sleeveless knit racerback top Color(s): Tan Lined: No Unmarked Fabric Content (feel of): Blended knit Additional Details / Inclusions: Alexander McQueen Tan...
Alexander McQueen Fully Lined Black Two-Tiered Cut-Out Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in New York, NY
This wonderfully wicked Alexander McQueen cut-out two-tiered black dress is fully lined with black silk. Dress is accented with a black belt of same material and finished with a bras...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 1996 “Dante” Black Blazer Jacket w/ Hair + Birth Label
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 1996 “Dante” Black Blazer Jacket w/ Hair + Birth Label Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: A/W 1996 “Dante”- Runway ...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN green silk PLATOS ATLANTIS PRAYING MANTIS GOWN Dress L
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Zürich, CH
Alexander McQueen 'Praying Mantis' empire down in green silk (100%) with a round neck and is sleeveless. This collector piece is from the SS 2010 Platos Atlantis collection. Flares f...
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...
rare ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2008 God Save The Queen Elizabeth strapless dress IT40 S
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2008 God Save The Queen Elizabeth strapless dress IT40 S Reference: TGAS/E00306 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Lee Alexander McQueen Collection: A/W2008 Th...
Givenchy by Alexander McQueen Brocade Draped Corset and Skirt Set, PF 1998
By Givenchy, Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
▪ Brand: Givenchy ▪ Creative Director: Alexander McQueen ▪ Collection: Pre-Fall 1998 ▪ Fabric: Satin Brocade ▪ Size: FR36 - UK8 - US4 ▪ Made in: France ▪ Condition: Excellent ▪ Mann...
The NWT Alexander McQueen 2007 Velvet Beaded Flame Gown Entrance Maker!
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Highly coveted and now part of permanent museum collections is Alexander McQueen's 2007 sumptuous velvet flame gown. This is the final one in my inventory ...
2010 Vintage McQueen Dress Black Embellished Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Montgomery, TX
Alexander McQueen, Fall/Winter 2010 Black Beaded Tulle Dress A rare and powerful piece from the 2010 collection, this sculptural black dress by Alexander McQueen exemplifies the hou...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2005 "It's Only A Game" Cream Cotton Brocade Detail Skirt
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
Alexander McQueen S/S 2005 cream cotton brocade detail skirt. From Alexander McQueen's "It's Only a Game" collection. Botanical filigree metallic brocade trim in shades of beige, cre...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2001 "Voss" Pink Mauve Cap Sleeve Gathered Ruched Bow Top
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2001 "Voss" Pink Mauve Cap Sleeve Gathered Ruched Bow Top Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: S/S 2001 "Voss" Designer: Alexander McQueen Style...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2002 "Dance of the Twisted Bull" Black Asymmetrical Skirt
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
Alexander McQueen Spring-Summer 2002 "Dance of the Twisted Bull" skirt. Black cotton with asymmetrical hemline trimmed with tiers of ruffles....
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1999 "No. 13" Gray Pleated Open Back Chain Strap Top
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1999 "No. 13" Gray Pleated Open Back Chain Strap Top Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: S/S 1999 "No. 13" Designer...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2010 Angels Demons Runway gold medieval jacquard dress IT40 S
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2010 Angels Demons Runway gold medieval jacquard dress IT40 S Reference: MAEA/A00002 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Lee Alexander McQueen Collection: Fall Winte...
Alexander McQueen S/S 2003 White Corseted Denim Jacket
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Paris, FR
From the S/S 2003 collection of Alexander McQueen, this cropped denim jacket is structured around a pronounced corseting principle, with multiple vertical seam channels running from ...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2007 Ivory Silk Chiffon Full Length Ballgown Dress Gown
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2007 Ivory Silk Chiffon Gathered Full Length Ballgown Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: S/S 2007 Style: Ballgown Color(s): Shades of ivory Lined: Yes Unmarked Fabric Content: 100% Silk Additional Details / Inclusions: Alexander McQueen S/S 2007 silk chiffon ball gown...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2009 Pink Red Floral Sheer Nude Mesh Bodysuit
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2009 “Natural Dis-tinction Un-Natural Selection” Pink Red Floral Sheer Nude Mesh Bodysuit Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: S/S 2009 “Natura...
Alexander McQueen F/W 2004 Beige Metallic Tweed Tie Neck Blazer & Skirt 2pc Suit
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Chicago, IL
Alexander McQueen F/W 2004 "Pantheon As Lecum" tweed skirt suit. As seen on the runway; look #3. Beige with copper and navy metallic basket weave wool blend fabric. Beautiful asymmet...
Alexander McQueen F/W 2006 Lace Up Brown Leather Boots
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Caserta, IT
- Designed by Alexander McQueen - Lace Up Brown Leather Boots. - Fall Winter 2006 - Bondage Details Materials: Leather - Made in Italy - Good condition, just some little sign of use ...
Alexander McQueen Rare Vintage Black Velvet White Chiffon Dress Gown NEW
By Alexander McQueen, Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Alexander McQueen 2009 romantic fantasy holiday gown. Strapless bodice fashioned of rich black velvet with panniers at each hip extending into full vol...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN green taffeta top stitching panelled flared midi skirt IT36 XS
By Sarah Burton, Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN green taffeta top stitching panelled flared midi skirt IT36 XS Reference: AAWC/A00393 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Sarah Burton Material: Polyester Color: Gre...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2002 "Supercalifragilistic" Silk Lace Up Pencil Skirt
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2002 "Supercalifragilistic" Silk Lace Up Pencil Skirt Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Autumn / Winter 2002; “Supercalifragili...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2000 “Eye” Runway Red Black Leather Cut Out Vest Jacket
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2000 “Eye” Runway Red Black Leather Cut Out Vest Jacket Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Spring / Summer 2000 “Eye” Runway look #50 Style...
Alexander McQueen New Skirt AW 1999
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A great red wool skirt from Alexander McQueen. It has a waistband configured as an extension of the skirt, side zipper and vertical panels which incorporate slits at the front hem....
Alexander McQueen Draped Shoulder Halter Neck Evening Gown/Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
We Adore - Alexander McQueen Draped Shoulder Halter Neck Evening Gown/Dress Bright red evening dress deisgned with a distinctive asymmetric draped shoulder silhouette. Featuring a ...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN black cream leather bicolor panelled venetian loafer EU43
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN black cream leather bicolor panelled loafer venetian loafer EU43 Reference: PRCG/A00106 Brand: Alexander McQueen Material: Leather Color: Black, Cream Pattern: Soli...
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ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2022 Sky cloud blue white A-line flared skirt IT38 XS
By Sarah Burton, Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2022 Sky cloud blue white A-line flared skirt IT38 XS Reference: AAWC/A00352 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Sarah Burton Collection: 2022 Sky Material: Cotton C...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2002 "Dance of the Twisted Bull" Black Corseted Blazer 44
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
Alexander McQueen Spring-Summer 2002 "Dance of the Twisted Bull" blazer jacket. Boned, corset style detail. Laces up front. Button detail at ...
Alexander McQueen Damien Hirst Capaneus Butterfly Navy Blue Silk Shawl with Box
By Alexander McQueen
Located in New Hope, PA
Alexander McQueen and the artist Damien Hirst collaborated on this silk chiffon shawl with butterflies and skulls to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Alexander McQueen Skull scarf...
2008 Alexander McQueen embroidered jacquard silk blazer runway size 48 IT
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Alexander McQueen embroidered jacquard silk blazer runway collection: S/S 2008 "La Dame Bleue" size 48 made in Italy color: multi condition: gently used composition: 100% silk l...
McQueen Purple gown, Autumn/Winter 2004
By Alexander McQueen
Located in New York, NY
Alexander McQueen Runway Look 45 from the fall 2004 "Pantheon As Lecum" show. McQueen's intention, he said, was to strip away "all theatrics and focus purely on design." With this ex...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2000 "Eshu" Brown & Plaid Boiled Wool Fold Top Wrap Skirt
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2000 "Eshu" Brown & Plaid Boiled Wool Fold Top Wrap Skirt Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Autumn / Winter 2000 “Eshu”; Runway...
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...
2000S Alexander Mcqueen Black Cotton Denim Punk Zipper Skirt
By Alexander McQueen
Located in New York, NY
2000S Alexander Mcqueen Black Cotton Denim Punk Zipper Skirt
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1996"The Hunger" White Silk Chiffon Halter Top NWT
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
Alexander McQueen Spring/Summer 1996 white silk semi-sheer crinkle chiffon halter top; New with tags. From Alexander McQueen's "The Hunger" collecti...
Alexander McQueen Contemporary Size 42 Dress in Excellent Condition
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Capri, IT
Alexander McQueen Dress Size it 42
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2010 "Plato's Atlantis" Snakeskin Jersey Knit Sheath Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2010 "Plato’s Atlantis" Snakeskin Jersey Knit Sheath Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Spring / Summer 2010 Designer: Ale...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2002 “Dance Of The Twisted Bull” Polka Dot Blazer Jacket
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2002 “Dance Of The Twisted Bull” Polka Dot Blazer Jacket Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: S/S 2002...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Backless Violet Silk Charmeuse Gown
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Stunning Alexander McQueen Purple violet silk charmeuse gown with interesting sleeves and exposed bare back. Slightly cowl neck. strap can be remov...
Alexander McQueen 1990's Red&White Face Bootcut Jeans
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Caserta, IT
- Designed by Alexander Mcqueen - Early 90's - Red&White Red Rose and Face Print Bootcut Jeans - High-waisted bootcut jeans - Large-scale red rose and face pattern - Contrasting red ...
Alexander McQueen 2000s Black Suede Eyelet-Embellished Jacket
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Paris, FR
From the 2000s archive of Alexander McQueen, this jacket is executed in black suede and embellished throughout with densely set silver-tone metal eyelets of varying diameters. The ey...