Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty - Gallery Views 2011

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  • Learn more about Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty on view at the Met May 4--July 31, 2011: blog.metmuseum.org/alexandermc...
    The exhibition, organized by The Costume Institute, celebrates the late Alexander McQueen's extraordinary contributions to fashion. From his Central Saint Martins postgraduate collection of 1992 to his final runway presentation, which took place after his death in February 2010, Mr. McQueen challenged and expanded the understanding of fashion beyond utility to a conceptual expression of culture, politics, and identity. His iconic designs constitute the work of an artist whose medium of expression was fashion. The exhibition will feature approximately one hundred ensembles and seventy accessories from Mr. McQueen's prolific nineteen-year career. Drawn primarily from the Alexander McQueen Archive in London, with some pieces from the Givenchy Archive in Paris as well as private collections, signature designs including the "bumster" trouser, the kimono jacket, and the three-point "origami" frock coat will be on view. McQueen's fashions often referenced the exaggerated silhouettes of the 1860s, 1880s, 1890s, and 1950s, but his technical ingenuity always imbued his designs with an innovative sensibility that kept him at the vanguard.
    Producer/Director
    Christopher Noey
    Editor
    Kate Farrell
    Audio Editor
    Stephanie Wuertz
    Camera
    Jessica Glass
    Lighting Director
    Ned Hallick
    Production Assistant
    Sarah Cowan

Komentáře • 207

  • @zosarzosar4010
    @zosarzosar4010 Před 11 lety +682

    McQueen was more of an artist, a visionary poet, than a fashion designer. Fashion was the medium in which he worked, but you can always see in his work the sheer force of his subversive imagination, almost always breaking the constrains that designing clothes imposed upon him. His aim was not to make women more attractive or glamorous, he had no real interest in that, but to turn dresses and accessories into a wondrous mean of expression.

    • @whysodamloud
      @whysodamloud Před 7 lety +12

      Zosar Zosar perfectly agree, a lot of his clothes were beautiful but not wearable. That's because his a artist not a designer

    • @whereiswaldo5872
      @whereiswaldo5872 Před 4 lety +18

      Zosar Zosar designers are artists aswell

    • @saraz.1561
      @saraz.1561 Před 3 lety +3

      Uh... You have no idea of what he wanted to do with his art and clothes...

    • @kaydeezy04
      @kaydeezy04 Před 2 lety +4

      @@saraz.1561 Its well documented.

  • @rosemimi973
    @rosemimi973 Před 6 lety +374

    How I would have loved to see this exhibition live. I love Alexander McQueen’s designs. Pure art.

    • @rubaidaallen2764
      @rubaidaallen2764 Před 5 lety +15

      Niroki Itisme
      You missed something truly beautiful and exceptionally gorgeous. I suggest buying the catalogue that accompanied this exhibition. It's a beautiful book. You won't be disappointed. 😊😊

    • @bea624
      @bea624 Před 5 lety +6

      do you think they will ever exhibit, in London, this collection again? @@rubaidaallen2764

    • @cynventure1
      @cynventure1 Před 4 lety +4

      How I wish I could of had the honor and pleasure to have seen this exhibition. Very few designers have the knack and talent to make clothes come alive and convey a story. Majestic, in awe and simply magnificent. RIP Mr. McQueen.

    • @rosemimi973
      @rosemimi973 Před 3 lety +2

      Rubaida Allen I know. I am still sad about it. But I saw the Chaos to Couture exhibition a few years later and there were some McQueen pieces there. For example the spray paint dress. It was fantastic.

    • @alesiaa3718
      @alesiaa3718 Před 3 lety +2

      It really was breathtaking

  • @spiritizeable
    @spiritizeable Před 11 lety +373

    He wanted to make women look strong and intimidating and I don't see anything wrong with that, either.

  • @torrievenus7566
    @torrievenus7566 Před 9 lety +223

    The EDGAR ALLEN POE of the fashion world....What a poetically dark allusion.

  • @PLATINUMKTOMIC
    @PLATINUMKTOMIC Před 13 lety +123

    This exhibit was the most amazing thing I've ever been to...The light throughout the exhibit was much darker with mostly soft spotlights over each piece and with the music gave it such a dark, eerie feel..but nothing compares to standing in front of each piece being able to look at every stitch and ever detail...truly brilliant

  • @joeydiaz6680
    @joeydiaz6680 Před 3 lety +20

    Still moves me in 2021, we miss you Alexander McQueen.

  • @friendlier
    @friendlier Před 13 lety +145

    Keep in mind that the light in the exhibition was considerably darker and more dramatic than here where they had to light for the camera. That being said, this video does its best to show the work. But somehow it isn't able to capture the feeling of each piece, when you are standing directly in front of them.

    • @rubaidaallen2764
      @rubaidaallen2764 Před 5 lety +11

      friendlier
      True. The exhibit itself was darker and had an unsettling feel to it. Brilliant!!!

  • @daveteves
    @daveteves Před 5 lety +193

    Imagine being a night guard and you have to check the exhibit on Romantic Exoticism at 5:06

  • @victoriadiesattheend.8478
    @victoriadiesattheend.8478 Před 2 lety +16

    I saw this in person. It was extraordinary - I never forgot any of it, not one piece. So wonderful to see it immortalized on film. I should check around for a coffee table book of it.

  • @justinwhite6787
    @justinwhite6787 Před 4 lety +29

    Still gives me Chills, was lucky to see this twice, with not too many other visitors - brought me to tears.

  • @charmedprince
    @charmedprince Před rokem +3

    He's the only one of his ilk. Never to be repeated! Rest well, Lee. You've done a truly magnificent work. ❤

  • @goldenrayofcentralsun1111
    @goldenrayofcentralsun1111 Před 3 lety +10

    Wow.. how this can go from conception to reality is mind blowing. I think his ideas were truly out of this world.

  • @synthiazeng9442
    @synthiazeng9442 Před 6 lety +31

    The most artistic and romantic designer in the fashion history!

  • @cindyb656
    @cindyb656 Před 5 lety +27

    Now this is real fashion that i have ever discovered by macqueen, i swear..i've never seen such remarkable art work

  • @JM-to9dk
    @JM-to9dk Před 3 lety +3

    I was fortunate enough to see this at London’s V&A twice. The first time was on a complimentary ticket because my friend’s membership pass permitted her to bring a guest. It was one of the most impressive things I’d ever seen that I went a second time. This time I paid for my ticket because they absolutely deserved my money. Demand was so great that to this day, it is the V&A’s first and only exhibition to go on through the night. I’m talking about queues outside the building at 2am!

  • @lyns9738
    @lyns9738 Před 6 lety +50

    Oh my goodness. His work is so beautiful and takes a refreshing spin on fashion. This makes me want to save up for an AMQ handbag or something.

    • @MissAtlantique
      @MissAtlantique Před 4 lety +4

      i would not go for his handbags because he is not known for them. I would go for a piece of clothing that has a complicated cut. maybe a dress and a blaser

    • @tanishaperry7738
      @tanishaperry7738 Před 4 lety +2

      Same here....not a handbag though. A jacket.

    • @elsasimba3289
      @elsasimba3289 Před 3 lety +3

      Same here....not a handbag though. A pair of socks.

    • @kumottakun6089
      @kumottakun6089 Před 2 lety +3

      Same here... Not a handbag though. A handkerchief in the shape of a ship's plank, rotting from being the sea too long, only to wash up on the shores of the Amazon

  • @terenehidia
    @terenehidia Před 3 měsíci

    I still remember the first time seeing this exhibition. I left the galleries in tears and another person leaving at the same time said “I know, I understand.” What an amazing exhibition once an amazing talent. I miss him.

  • @mosescarolina9733
    @mosescarolina9733 Před 5 lety +4

    I am an American Scot...a very proud McDonald (who's grandmothers were McNair & Grant) who was born & raised away from Skye. I am also a women who appreciates fashion and have always known Alexander McQueen name & the story of his death but never knew of just how much he incorporated our heartbreaking heritage into his work. The Highland Rape and Widows of Culloden are just gorgeous. I'm just very sad that I wasn't aware of this sooner and tonight, watching this & the documentary, I'm really mourning that fact. God bless God speed Alexander.💔

  • @natalie8212
    @natalie8212 Před 6 lety +16

    I didn't want this to end. Every piece is so breathtaking. If Poe was his journalistic muse than, at least to me, Francis Bacon or Bosch are definitly present as visual artistic muses as well. Couldn't help but think how lucky the mannequins are to live in this little world you created for them.

  • @magzdilluh
    @magzdilluh Před 2 lety +1

    In 2013 I was fortunate enough to see an exhibition of his gowns and even that one small exhibition was life changing.

  • @nakbou
    @nakbou Před 10 lety +60

    True working class hero. RIP Lee.

  • @reginaphalange7637
    @reginaphalange7637 Před 3 lety +3

    I was one of the lucky ones to be able to see this masterpiece in person. Absolutely breathtaking 😭😭😭

  • @rubaidaallen2764
    @rubaidaallen2764 Před 5 lety +27

    Brilliant, brilliant, brilliant. Absolutely gorgeous. I am so happy I attended this exhibition. He was unique. We will never see the likes of this kind of genius ever again.

  • @katiaplantscientist
    @katiaplantscientist Před 7 měsíci

    This is hands down one of the greatest art exhibits I have ever seen, and trust me I have seen many exhibits in my life!

  • @bonnymcdermott1240
    @bonnymcdermott1240 Před 11 měsíci

    This is my absolutely favorite Andrew Bolton vision in the costume institute online! Brilliant beyond words. Absolutely creative minded! Engrossing.

  • @DitaDoll79
    @DitaDoll79 Před 12 lety +11

    The man was an artist. What a huge loss x

  • @coreywhy
    @coreywhy Před 4 lety +3

    I will never forget this exhibit ❤️❤️❤️❤️ I actually saw it twice ...it inspired me beyond words . To see the amazing work up close...just blew my mind . I was just starting out my own fashion work 👗👗 It was truly a life changing moment for me ❤️❤️

  • @just_cade
    @just_cade Před 4 lety +1

    Lee was beyond all of us, only he could fully understand the inner workings of his mind. Genius is an understatement. He had so many incredible visions, we will never see another designer on his level in our lifetimes.

  • @OneAndOnlySurge
    @OneAndOnlySurge Před 4 lety +8

    Congratulations on being mentioned as one of the Top exhibitions of the 2010s by Artsy! I experienced it first-hand myself and still think about it to this day

  • @marimarujaa7818
    @marimarujaa7818 Před 2 lety +1

    Absolutely breathtaking!!!!!

  • @TheAayize
    @TheAayize Před 4 lety +1

    THESE CLOTHES ARE SPECTACULAR!!!!!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

  • @Queenmebonnie
    @Queenmebonnie Před rokem +1

    Iconic

  • @modeling4Fashion
    @modeling4Fashion Před 13 lety +13

    I wish this was traveling!

  • @stellersandria5471
    @stellersandria5471 Před 2 lety +1

    Incredible artist

  • @rachelle.alexis
    @rachelle.alexis Před 3 lety

    Can't breathe over how beautiful this exhibit is.

  • @nicolarollinson4381
    @nicolarollinson4381 Před 4 lety

    McQueen is one of my favourite designers. Most of his pieces are very wearable. Divine.

  • @squarepeg9484
    @squarepeg9484 Před 3 lety

    I saw the exhibition twice, and cried both times, especially in the cabinet of curiosities. Something profound just happened and I cried

  • @SankofaNYC
    @SankofaNYC Před 3 lety

    This exhibit BLEW MY MIND... I feel so lucky to have seen it live... It was packed when i seen it though so looking at it this way, years later is almost a completely different experience

  • @mariagalbova9891
    @mariagalbova9891 Před 3 lety +1

    He was megatalent.I like him very much.

  • @jayl.6960
    @jayl.6960 Před 4 lety

    No words can describe the beauty of Alexander McQueen's creation.

  • @EdenWorld14
    @EdenWorld14 Před 12 lety +9

    Fantastic. My #1 designer.

  • @user-jm6ot1qj8i
    @user-jm6ot1qj8i Před 8 měsíci

    He's a genius of fashion no one up to now can parallel his works

  • @kjoy2215
    @kjoy2215 Před 3 lety

    This exhibit was amazing! McQueen was a true genius. RIP

  • @anaisollivier8
    @anaisollivier8 Před 9 lety +11

    I've been to the exhibition in London and I loved it! Every atmosphere in the rooms was on point and it was just amazing to look at his work in real life!

    • @rubaidaallen2764
      @rubaidaallen2764 Před 5 lety

      Anaïs Ollivier
      Really beautiful. It was so hauntingly gorgeous. Happy I saw it too!!

  • @annishilcock4587
    @annishilcock4587 Před 4 lety

    What an amazing exhibition. The curation and display of the costumes does just homage to the visionary genius that was McQueen.

  • @TheGerard87
    @TheGerard87 Před 6 lety +9

    Omg rip lee, i miss your work

  • @frankcarter7146
    @frankcarter7146 Před 3 lety +1

    Magnificent.
    Sadly, we'll never know what could have been had he chosen to stay with us...

  • @neverbrokebudgets2612
    @neverbrokebudgets2612 Před 5 lety +3

    My favorite designer! ALWAYS!

  • @margomargot5947
    @margomargot5947 Před rokem +1

    Love! Love!!

  • @garrygalloway2531
    @garrygalloway2531 Před 5 lety +6

    I love how they debate the design of McQueen from so many angles. Multidimensional

  • @Colbert2008
    @Colbert2008 Před 11 lety +3

    Agreed, for me, it's like he tells a story with his designs.

  • @carlosgamez917
    @carlosgamez917 Před 5 lety

    I just love it! Love McQueen,love the curatory work. Congrats

  • @Kitdg
    @Kitdg Před 3 lety

    I am always amazed to see his work online. What more if i get to see any of these in person oh man

  • @chazmahlum
    @chazmahlum Před 13 lety

    Alexander McQueen will always be remembered for his magnificent/avantguard pieces...

  • @lucianasalles7272
    @lucianasalles7272 Před 8 dny

    Tudo lindo! 👒

  • @margomargot5947
    @margomargot5947 Před rokem +1

    Amo ❤ de mais o seu trabalho.

  • @sideshowtink
    @sideshowtink Před 13 lety

    Superb! Can't WAIT to see the show in person!

  • @ellaherrera9316
    @ellaherrera9316 Před 3 lety

    Único!!!
    Fantástico.
    Lo guardo,sus diseños, son un tesoro,intemporales....

  • @Tronic410
    @Tronic410 Před 11 lety +1

    Great comment, word for word, this hits McQueen's nail on the head.

  • @Deadcat323
    @Deadcat323 Před 13 lety +1

    I'm running to the MET next week - this is so inspiring.

  • @pedronieto2347
    @pedronieto2347 Před 5 lety

    Simply ICONIC 🖤

  • @patrickowen2460
    @patrickowen2460 Před 2 lety

    I went to see the exhibition in London at midnight and it was still packed.

  • @OsaUzamaki14
    @OsaUzamaki14 Před 13 lety

    i went there today n it was just mind blowing in good way

  • @bubblebutt4919
    @bubblebutt4919 Před 4 lety

    The best theme of MET 💐🦇🌸🦋🥀🕊✨✨✨✨

  • @mikem3789
    @mikem3789 Před 8 měsíci

    Appreciation. 👏

  • @w104ssc
    @w104ssc Před 12 lety

    this the most provocative and intoxicating exhibit i have ever seen.

  • @franchoprada9171
    @franchoprada9171 Před 3 lety

    The most exciting designer of his generation

  • @strawberryfields331
    @strawberryfields331 Před 13 lety

    Brilliant! Long live McQueen!!!

  • @poetinslowmotion
    @poetinslowmotion Před 11 lety +1

    amazing!!!!!

  • @ApriliaRacer14
    @ApriliaRacer14 Před rokem +1

    Genius.

  • @dianaazeneth
    @dianaazeneth Před 13 lety

    Alexander McQueen FOREVER! ♥

  • @keunsuchodressmakerarchive4354

    Great legendary fashion designer

  • @Eltoca21
    @Eltoca21 Před 13 lety

    Thank you...

  • @tailoringdude
    @tailoringdude Před 3 lety

    Amazing

  • @modeling4Fashion
    @modeling4Fashion Před 13 lety

    Amazing!

  • @saavstories
    @saavstories Před 13 lety

    amazing, everything seems so well put together, it's a shame not to can attend to the exhibition... there's a few dresses that i would've love to see as well, but everything is perfect so i can't complain.

  • @skullingtonfly
    @skullingtonfly Před 4 lety

    Amazing 👏

  • @julianamendes8802
    @julianamendes8802 Před 3 lety

    Oh this brings so many memories, one of the most powerful exhibitions I had the pleasure to see at the V&A in London. Beautifully curated, it was a whole experience.

  • @jordonhanlan
    @jordonhanlan Před rokem +1

    It's crazy that most if not all of what Gaga wore in 2009-2011 was Alexander

  • @sabejreid2072
    @sabejreid2072 Před 4 lety

    Love Him

  • @mirandac8712
    @mirandac8712 Před 4 lety +1

    In a way this was the most imprtnat show I've ever seen b/c it not only totally change the way I looked at fashion (and art) but museums. (i.e. much more respect for the former, less for the latter)

  • @jpegpapi
    @jpegpapi Před 13 lety

    :') just wiped my tears off.

  • @NA-jx2bf
    @NA-jx2bf Před 4 lety +6

    Reminds me of a very fashionable Silent Hill.

  • @danielle228512
    @danielle228512 Před 7 lety +1

    I want to go!

  • @TheDwinter1919
    @TheDwinter1919 Před 3 lety

    I will never regret going to that

  • @lizaluk
    @lizaluk Před 2 lety

    Great

  • @puppaloise1597
    @puppaloise1597 Před 5 lety +2

    Les agradecería si los subtítulos también lo haga en" ESPANOL" Por favor

  • @afroboricua1900
    @afroboricua1900 Před 10 lety

    Can someone please tell me, the name of the awesome piece of piano music when they show the "Cabinet of Curiosity"?!?! XO

  • @dreamershavemorefun
    @dreamershavemorefun Před 12 lety

    How funny of u to say that but to be honest I love early McQueen my favorite pieces are from the 2001 Voss collection with my favorite piece being the Medical slide dress as I watch McQueen grow and design I learned and grew to appreciate his sheer talent and eye for design

  • @earthcitizen3847
    @earthcitizen3847 Před rokem +1

    Where can I visit the exhibition ?

  • @rolandovalencia9949
    @rolandovalencia9949 Před 11 lety +2

    He's a genius

  • @mojojomarr
    @mojojomarr Před 4 lety +4

    Did i just saw Lady Gaga's Bad Romance outfit?

  • @molovesmusic567
    @molovesmusic567 Před 13 lety

    i want to go there :D

  • @fohaus7786
    @fohaus7786 Před rokem +1

    To this day

  • @pheb29
    @pheb29 Před 4 lety

    Wow

  • @user-ug8yl7zp8h
    @user-ug8yl7zp8h Před 3 lety

    天才

  • @PamelaZilly
    @PamelaZilly Před 12 lety

    I'm Inspired!!! Break Out The Bernina!!! Long Live McQueen!!!

  • @makeamericakateagain
    @makeamericakateagain Před 5 lety

    🖤🖤🖤

  • @pippalewisNYC
    @pippalewisNYC Před 2 lety +1

    This is purely exquisite. I'm so glad I found this video. His work was brilliant. 🫀

  • @Lilili3107
    @Lilili3107 Před 10 lety

    i really need this show to come to London!! its been too long.