ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2018 Red Cut-Out Gown XS

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ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2018 Red Cut-Out Gown Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Sarah Burton Collection / Year: 2018 Fabric: Viscose / Silk Color: Red Size: XS Made in Italy Striking red bias cut gown by Alexander McQueen. Designed by Sarah Burton in 2018. Elegant and dramatic. This sleeveless gown features a slashed cut-out detail at the chest which extends to the back. The bodice closes with 1930s inspired button closing at the shoulder. Very flattering - the waist is fitted and the draped mermaid skirt falls perfectly. Size Information: Marked size IT36. Can also fit IT38 - Fits best XS Measured flat and across Bust 43cm Waist 31cm Hip 41cm Length (measured from centre back) 115cm This Alexander McQueen Cut-Out Red Gown is in excellent condition with no flaws. Please contact us with any questions.

Designer:

Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen

Brand:

Alexander McQueen

Dimensions:

Length: 45.28 in (115 cm)Marked Size: IT36 (EU)Bust: 16.93 in (43 cm)Waist: 12.21 in (31 cm)

Style:

1930s (In the Style Of)

Place of Origin:

Italy

Period:

2010-

Condition:

Seller Location:

Berlin, DE

Reference Number:

1stDibs: LU2643222180012

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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.

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