2003 – Alexander McQueen, Oyster Dress
Alexander McQueen’s evocative Oyster dress from his Irere collection (2003) is one of his best-known pieces and signifies his avant-garde and provocative approach to fashion.
Tag: Alexander McQueen
1999 – Alexander McQueen, Winged ensemble
This Spring/Summer 1999 ensemble combines angel wings with Arts and Crafts-style woodworking in a statement by McQueen that broke the mold of ’90s minimalism.
2010 – Alexander McQueen, dress
This Alexander McQueen ready-to-wear S/S 2010 dress used digital printing and creativity to set new standards in the fashion industry.
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