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Styled Out: A tribute to Alexander McQueen

In a final tribute and goodbye, the fashion industry, friends and fans from all over the world came came together this past Monday for the last runway show of late designer Alexander McQueen. If you are unaware, McQueen was found dead in his London home last month. He took his own life.

For the less concerned about labels, the man was the totally brilliant mind behind many of Lady Gaga's provocative and boundary-bending stage wear. He was also an out gay man and outfitted celebrities like Sarah Jessica Parker and Camilla Belle.

His last hoorah was nothing short of spectacular, showcasing some of his most remarkable pieces yet, a myriad of textures and colors that left guests gaping. I checked it out for myself, and I can attest that they were not just pity points. Renaissance flair and fluff appear to be the inspiration which I found awfully refreshing. I'm loving getting back to my '90s roots right along with the rest of you but it was nice to have a new idea thrown my way.

I know, I know — the images are a bit over the top and are certainly not your every day garb, but let's look at this objectively: What's the take away? I mean, we know Gaga's going to eat all of this up with a spoon but how can you take the spirit of McQueen with you in a grounded way?

His outfits can be a bit wild but the color and the print is rad. Try some silk scarves or an accessory with a bold pattern like those McQueen is clearly obsessed with in his last line. But reel it in and keep it as an accent tool rather than a centerpiece.

R.I.P. Alexander McQueen. His inspiring creations will leave a lasting impression on us all.

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Lauren's picture

Poor guy :( He was

Poor guy :( He was amazing.

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LesBiDJ's picture

Sad...

This is indeed a loss for the fashion/pop culture world... On a less tragic note, I am curious where Gaga is going to go in terms of style, now that McQueen is no longer there to be the driving force behind her boundary-pushing outfits.   

"The public is wonderfully tolerant. It forgives everything except genius" - Oscar Wilde

Dynamite_in_the_Pool's picture

What a sad story...

What a sad story... Alexander McQueen had such talent!  No, what he created wasn't everyday street wear, but that's not what his brand of haute couture was about, anyway.  It was about imagination, fantasy, whimsy... a form of theatre in and of itself.  And it takes a true visionary to push the envelope like he did.

That gold feathery coat/ mermaid skirt dress ensemble?  WOW!!! I WANT IT!!!  It would look unbelievable and appropriate on the red carpet regardless of whether the wearer was 20 or 60... how great is that?

Chi's picture

Desiogning clothes is not

Desiogning clothes is not about making what people would want to wear, it is an artform, and its about using your talent and be as creative in your own way as you want. Its not about pleasing certain people. This is art.  I love his designs, unfortunately I have only recently heard of him a month ago.

R.I.P McQueen :)

dreambeau's picture

this is so sad :(

he was AMAZING.

i have to say i'm loving the last collection.  rest in peace, mcqueen

louisa's picture

RIP

I loved his clothes, this is heartbreaking.

Aurora--Faerie's picture

fave

He was my favourite designer. So sad. Rest in peace.
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