A tribute to Alexander McQueen‘s artistic output presented in Vogue US is an awe-inspiring retrospective of the stellar career, and a thorough preview of the upcoming Savage Beauty exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute on May 4th. Alexander the Great is a beautiful story of the fashion pioneer and Enfant Terrible in one. Following the meaning of this figurative title, Alexander undeniably conquered the fashion world with his innovative vision and tremendous artistry that weren’t always acceptable for the audience but surely recognized as McQueen’s signature. The powerful impact leaves a priceless and timeless reminiscence.
This regal editorial gathers top fashion contributors like maestro of photography Steven Meisel, Vogue US creative director and stylist Grace Coddington and model icons including Karen Elson, Coco Rocha, Caroline Trentini, Karlie Kloss, Rachel Zimmermann and Stella Tenant. The models pose with dignity in the most memorable pieces of the Alexander McQueen showcasing the magnificent heritage. The costumes reinvent the human body, play with visual codes and break the stereotypes outlining the new enigmatic history of fashion.
Click on the gallery below to view more from the Alexander The Great photo shoot.
