Alexander McQueen SS1999 Silver Silk Suit Blazer Embroidered Illusion Ivy Leaf

A wearable museum quality rarity.

This Alexander McQueen designer ensemble (jacket and skirt) is fully lined in light mint green Alexander McQueen insignia silk damask lining.

The Spring/Summer 1999 collection by Alexander McQueen “No. 13” wasn’t just a fashion show; it was a breathtaking revolution that swept through the heart of the fashion world, leaving an indelible mark on those who witnessed it.
This collection was Alexander’s feelings about confluence of technology and humanity, a theme that reached its crescendo in a finale that was nothing short of a performance art masterpiece.
Inspired by the raw, unfiltered beauty of the Arts and Crafts movement, “No. 13” was Alexander’s rebellion against the cold, impersonal tide of mechanization engulfing the era. He intertwined traditional craftsmanship with audaciously futuristic designs, creating a tapestry of garments that whispered of ancient tales while screaming of tomorrow. Each piece, whether it was the meticulously tailored suits or the gowns that seemed to float like ethereal wraiths, carried a piece of Alexander’s soul, a testament to his belief in the power of handcrafted art.
The iconic finale was a spectacle of vulnerability and strength, chaos and beauty, that left us questioning the very nature of creation and creativity.
Through “No. 13,” Alexander didn’t just show us his vision of the future; he showed us his passion, his brilliance, and most importantly, his unwavering belief in the transformative power of fashion.

Made in Italy
marked IT Vintage size 44

Measurements:
skirt waistband lying flat ca.36cm
skirt length ca.70cm
blazer underarm to underarm lying flat ca.48cm
blazer waist lying flat ca. 38cm

ALEXANDER McQUEEN

British fashion designer Lee Alexander McQueen (1969–2010), 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.
McQueen’s inspirations came from many quarters — film, music, current events, history, his heritage and fashions of the past. His runway presentations were not just displays of clothing but were personal expressions of the zeitgeist, often touching on our cultural anxieties and concerns.
McQueen is a fashion Icon and joins the top legends of fashion design history.

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