He was ahead of his time.

Celebrities adored him.

His looks are edgy and chic...

Owning Alexander McQueen’s designs, now that he’s gone, is more important than ever!

This is why Alexander McQueen is the subject of our...

DESIGNER SPOTLIGHT !!!!

      Alexander McQueen had the unique gift of creating influential designs that connected to the wants and needs of every woman. His designs were edgy, dramatic, and elaborate, yet still incorporated a strong sense of the female body.

      Take for example the “Birds” dress from the spring/summer 2001 fashion show in London. The design was a red-feathered bodice, which elongated and flattered the female form. The bodice connected to a wide red, pink, and purple feather-adorned skirt. With this piece, McQueen was able to convey a sense of the “femme-fatale”; the outfit was dangerously edgy, yet beautifully seductive and luxurious.

      Another piece that got the world talking incorporated a colonial theme, mixed with rustic colors and jewelry that originated from India. The bodice was very “colonial-influenced”, with its built-in corset and draped sleeves. The traditional full-skirted bustle had a bubble-hem made of thick lacey netting, resembling a ballet skirt, or “tutu”. The shoes were ballet flats, which reinforced the “ballet theme”. 

     The outfit, like many of McQueen’s designs, told a story. Sometimes that story was shocking or even a fairy-tale. Like how a young boy from nowhere could conquer the fashion world.

      Alexander McQueen was born on March 17^th, 1969, in Lewisham, England. He was the son of a taxi driver and his mother Joyce was a social science teacher. Even as a child, McQueen showed a strong interest in fashion. He frequently made dresses for his three sisters, until he finally attended Rokeby School in England. He graduated at age sixteen with an advanced level grade “O” and went on to work for renowned fashion companies in “Savile Row”. He eventually earned the title of “British Designer of the Year” four times in a row by the year 2003, attained England’s “CBE” award, as well as the CFOA’s “International Designer of the Year” award in 2003. McQueen was also an inspiration to many prominent and idolized celebrities, including Lady Gaga, Rihanna, Nicole Kidman, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Penelope Cruz.

And then it was over... Unfortunately this story did not have a fairy-tale ending.

On February 11^th, 2010, despondent over his mother’s death, Alexander McQueen committed suicide.

la*Style! has a few rare items from this fashion icon’s collection in our store.   

One such work of art is a pair of seriously killer rockstar boots that are the perfect example of what a huge talent

Alexander McQueen truly was. With hidden platforms, gorgeous sable suede, and black patent leather detailing, these

versatile shoes are quite unforgettable!

Another hot piece, which also happens to be one of McQueen’s signature and most popular designs, is the famous and fabulous “Faithful Glove” clutch.

This gorgeous evening or day bag features leather so thin and supple that it will melt in your hands! And, the genius add-on of the snap on or off of the driving glove really makes this bag a one-of-a-kind piece! The metallic pewter color will also rock your world as well as rock your outfit!

And take a look at this expertly tailored white silk dress with an eagle sketch. 

It's a totally fashion-forward cocktail choice that only McQueen could envision!

By owning one of these designs, you become part of the story that Alexander McQueen was trying to tell.

And, by wearing one of these outfits, we at La*Style believe you’ll end up with...a fairy-tale ending.

Something along the lines of... Happily Ever After