Alexander McQueen Spring/Summer 2024 Collection: A Tribute to McQueen’s Legacy and Empowerment
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Everyone at Paris Fashion Week watched in awe as the models strutted down the runway for Alexander McQueen's Spring/Summer 2024 collection. The show marked the end of an era as it was Sarah Burton's final collection as Creative Director for the iconic British fashion house. “This collection is inspired by female anatomy, Queen Elizabeth I, the blood red rose and Magdalena Abakanowicz, a transgressive and powerfully creative artist who refused ever to compromise her vision,” Burton states in the collection notes. The show was dedicated to the memory of the legendary Lee Alexander McQueen and his wish to empower women. Burton also dedicated the collection to her team, citing their passion, talent, and loyalty.
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The theme was ever present throughout the collection which featured a series of breathtaking pieces that showcased Burton's impeccable artistry. A halterneck rose dress, featuring layered powder pink to black degradé petal drape in silk gazar, embodied the essence of female anatomy. Perhaps one of the most visually striking pieces from the collection was an off-the-shoulder rose dress, with a stunning blood red to black degradé petal drape in silk gazar, which is a true testament to the fusion of beauty and power. Another standout moment was Naomi Campbell closing the show in an open heart corset made of silver silk tulle, adorned with an all-over glass bugle bead embroidery and paired with a looped bugle bead skirt.
Sarah Burton Taking Her Final Bow (Image Courtesy of Alexander McQueen)
(Image Courtesy of Alexander McQueen)
(Image Courtesy of Alexander McQueen)
(Image Courtesy of Alexander McQueen)
(Image Courtesy of Alexander McQueen)
(Image Courtesy of Alexander McQueen)
(Image Courtesy of Alexander McQueen)
(Image Courtesy of Alexander McQueen)
Article by Taylor Houston, Assistant Fashion & Beauty Editor, PhotoBook Magazine
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