Vintage Alexander McQueen Beaded Embellished Lace Up Corset Top / Bustier Top
About the Item
- Designer:
- Brand:
- Dimensions:Length: 11 in (27.94 cm)Marked Size: 6 (NA)Bust: 15 in (38.1 cm)
- Period:
- Condition:
- Seller Location:Malibu, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2726216043162
Alexander McQueen
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.
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: Calabasas, CA
- Return PolicyThis item cannot be returned.
- Vintage Dolce & Gabbana Sheer Cheetah Print Ruffle Lace See Through T Shirt TopBy Dolce & GabbanaLocated in Malibu, CA🖤Dolce & Gabbana Perfection🖤 Vintage Dolce & Gabbana stunning early 2000s sheer cheetah print top. Fitted and totally on trend with the body hugging style. With delicate details ...Category
Early 2000s T-Shirts
- RARE Vintage 90s CHANEL CC Logo Monogram Lime Green White Graffiti Short SleeveBy ChanelLocated in Malibu, CA🖤Simply Stunning!!!🖤 You will be the chicest of the chic in this vintage Chanel beauty! OVERSIZED CHANEL logo and CC’s adorn the entire fabric including right around the collar. ...Category
1990s T-Shirts
- Vintage Thierry Mugler Black Leather Python TopBy Thierry MuglerLocated in Malibu, CA🖤Totally ICONIC Collectors Piece!!🖤 Sz 2 - 4 Stunning and SUPER rare vintage Mugler wet look embossed patent leather vest. Jagged edges at neckline...Category
20th Century Blouses and Tops
- Vintage Tom Ford and Gucci Silk Turquoise Snakeskin Beaded Python Print TopBy GucciLocated in Malibu, CATom Ford Era Vintage GUCCI Silk Turquoise Snakeskin Beaded Python Print Top. Debuted on the S/S 00 Gucci Collection EXCELLENT CONDITION! These top are INSANELY AMAZING! I cannot see any flaws or missing beads. Size: IT 40 US 2 - 4 Bold Colors and Exotic prints have dominated S/S 20 runways and the trend is showing no signs of stopping! This amazing top has both! Pair with black pants and heels for a chic and bold look. I put this on and legitimately felt like a million bucks! Effortless and fabulous! Design: 100% Silk Leather Straps with Gucci Stamped...Category
Early 2000s Halter Tops
- Tom Ford Era Vintage GUCCI Fall 1999 Black Leather Pintuck PantsBy Gucci, Tom Ford for GucciLocated in Malibu, CA🖤SUPER RARE Collectors Piece!!🖤 Tom Ford Era Vintage GUCCI Fall 1999 Black Leather Pintuck Pants! EXCELLENT CONDITION! These babies are INSANELY A...Category
1990s Pants
- Vintage 2000s Alexander McQueen Dress that Transforms to a Crop Top or CorsetBy Alexander McQueenLocated in Malibu, CAVintage ALEXANDER MCQUEEN transformer dress. This rare and stunning early 2000s dress transforms from a sheath dress to a tank to a crop top corset style top. Leather trim, silk, a...Category
Early 2000s Cocktail Dresses
- D&G Black & Gold Brocade Oversized Coat MBy D&G by DOLCE & GABBANALocated in Dubai, Al Qouz 2Coats like this one are an amazing accessory to polish your attire. Made from good fabrics and detailed with a noticeable design, this coat ensures your looks are always on point.Category
2010s Italian Shirts
- Prada Brown Cotton Knit V-Neck t-Shirt LBy PradaLocated in Dubai, Al Qouz 2Perfect for casual outings or errands, this T-shirt is the best piece to feel comfortable and stylish in. It flaunts a catchy shade and a relaxed fit.Category
2010s Shirts
- Givenchy Black Logo Printed Side Trim Detail Distressed T-Shirt SBy GivenchyLocated in Dubai, Al Qouz 2Comfortable and stylish, the side trim detailing gives this Givenchy t-shirt an attractive contrast. Crafted from cotton, the design has been highlighted with a logo print on the fro...Category
2010s T-Shirts
- Bottega Veneta Black Jersey Logo Embroidered Crewneck T-Shirt XLBy Bottega VenetaLocated in Dubai, Al Qouz 2A seamless blend of comfort, luxury, and style, this Bottega Veneta is a must-have piece! Made from cotton in a black shade, the creation has a minimal finish. Finished off with a cr...Category
2010s T-Shirts
- Valentino Black Silk Short-Sleeve Shirt SBy ValentinoLocated in Dubai, Al Qouz 2Create an elevated style statement by wearing this shirt from Valentino. It has a well-fitted shape that is made from black silk fabric. It comes with short sleeves, buttoned closure...Category
2010s European Shirts
- Givenchy Black Distressed Cotton Crewneck Sweatshirt XSBy GivenchyLocated in Dubai, Al Qouz 2Whether you want to go out on casual outings with friends or just want to lounge around, this sweatshirt is a versatile piece and can be styled in many ways. It has been made using h...Category
2010s European Shirts
Recently Viewed
View AllRead More
This Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen Ensemble Is Part Zsa Zsa Gabor, Part ‘Blade Runner’
As Burton steps away from the brand, it’s a fitting time to revisit one of her visionary designs.
The Best Ways to Dress for Your Astrological Sign
Makeup and astrology expert Linda Mason dispenses fashion advice for every zodiac sign. Does your wardrobe match your horoscope?