Born in London and the youngest of six children Lee Alexander McQueen was one of the greatest fashion icons ever. At first McQueens designs were known as contreversial and was labeled "the hooligan of english fashion" but he was later known as a visionary. In 1996 he was appointed head designer o Givenchy but that didnt go over very well. McQueen called the founder "irrelevant" and told Vogue the collection was "crap". Though McQueen had his issues with Givenchy he stayed with the company until 2001 and began giving all his attention to his own line.
McQueen is known for being the youngest designer to receive the British Designer of the Year award and was the first designer to participate with MAC Cosmetics collection created by fashion designers. He also has boutiques in London, Las Vegas, New York, Los Angeles and Milan.
Sadly Lee McQueen was found dead in his home in London. Confirmation of how he died has not been released yet but police are saying it was a suicide. This is truly sad because McQueens mother passed nine days before he took his own life. I wish all of the McQueen family and friends the best and I hope they know Lee Alexander McQueen will not only be remembered as a great fashion designer but as a visionary with a heart. Here are some of Alexander McQueens pieces in case you have never had a chance to view his amazing magical work.
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