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

КОМЕНТАРІ • 207

  • @zosarzosar4010
    @zosarzosar4010 11 років тому +683

    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 7 років тому +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 4 роки тому +18

      Zosar Zosar designers are artists aswell

    • @saraz.1561
      @saraz.1561 3 роки тому +3

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

    • @kaydeezy04
      @kaydeezy04 2 роки тому +4

      @@saraz.1561 Its well documented.

  • @rosemimi973
    @rosemimi973 6 років тому +374

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

    • @rubaidaallen2764
      @rubaidaallen2764 5 років тому +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 5 років тому +6

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

    • @cynventure1
      @cynventure1 4 роки тому +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 3 роки тому +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 3 роки тому +2

      It really was breathtaking

  • @spiritizeable
    @spiritizeable 11 років тому +373

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

  • @torrievenus7566
    @torrievenus7566 9 років тому +223

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

  • @PLATINUMKTOMIC
    @PLATINUMKTOMIC 13 років тому +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 3 роки тому +20

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

  • @victoriadiesattheend.8478
    @victoriadiesattheend.8478 2 роки тому +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 4 роки тому +29

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

  • @daveteves
    @daveteves 5 років тому +193

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

    • @AquaMarino
      @AquaMarino 4 роки тому +1

      right?

    • @AquaMarino
      @AquaMarino 4 роки тому +3

      Cabinet of Curiousity would be interesting

    • @kuntybanks5374
      @kuntybanks5374 4 роки тому +2

      A dream

    • @davevillas7397
      @davevillas7397 3 роки тому +2

      I wouldn't mind getting stuck with all those mannequins wearing his work❤

  • @friendlier
    @friendlier 13 років тому +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 5 років тому +11

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

  • @synthiazeng9442
    @synthiazeng9442 6 років тому +31

    The most artistic and romantic designer in the fashion history!

  • @goldenrayofcentralsun1111
    @goldenrayofcentralsun1111 3 роки тому +10

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

  • @cindyb656
    @cindyb656 5 років тому +27

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

  • @user-jm6ot1qj8i
    @user-jm6ot1qj8i 8 місяців тому +1

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

  • @charmedprince
    @charmedprince Рік тому +3

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

  • @rubaidaallen2764
    @rubaidaallen2764 5 років тому +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.

  • @natalie8212
    @natalie8212 6 років тому +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.

  • @lyns9738
    @lyns9738 6 років тому +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 4 роки тому +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 4 роки тому +2

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

    • @elsasimba3289
      @elsasimba3289 3 роки тому +3

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

    • @kumottakun6089
      @kumottakun6089 2 роки тому +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

  • @reginaphalange7637
    @reginaphalange7637 3 роки тому +3

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

  • @OneAndOnlySurge
    @OneAndOnlySurge 4 роки тому +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

  • @JM-to9dk
    @JM-to9dk 3 роки тому +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!

  • @coreywhy
    @coreywhy 4 роки тому +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 ❤️❤️

  • @marimarujaa7818
    @marimarujaa7818 2 роки тому +1

    Absolutely breathtaking!!!!!

  • @terenehidia
    @terenehidia 4 місяці тому

    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 5 років тому +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.💔

  • @rachelle.alexis
    @rachelle.alexis 3 роки тому

    Can't breathe over how beautiful this exhibit is.

  • @TheAayize
    @TheAayize 4 роки тому +1

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

  • @Queenmebonnie
    @Queenmebonnie Рік тому +1

    Iconic

  • @DitaDoll79
    @DitaDoll79 12 років тому +11

    The man was an artist. What a huge loss x

  • @magzdilluh
    @magzdilluh 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @katiaplantscientist
    @katiaplantscientist 7 місяців тому

    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!

  • @stellersandria5471
    @stellersandria5471 2 роки тому +1

    Incredible artist

  • @nakbou
    @nakbou 10 років тому +60

    True working class hero. RIP Lee.

  • @EdenWorld14
    @EdenWorld14 12 років тому +9

    Fantastic. My #1 designer.

  • @bonnymcdermott1240
    @bonnymcdermott1240 11 місяців тому

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

  • @carlosgamez917
    @carlosgamez917 5 років тому

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

  • @modeling4Fashion
    @modeling4Fashion 13 років тому +13

    I wish this was traveling!

  • @annishilcock4587
    @annishilcock4587 4 роки тому

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

  • @neverbrokebudgets2612
    @neverbrokebudgets2612 5 років тому +3

    My favorite designer! ALWAYS!

  • @squarepeg9484
    @squarepeg9484 3 роки тому

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

  • @just_cade
    @just_cade 4 роки тому +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.

  • @anaisollivier8
    @anaisollivier8 9 років тому +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 5 років тому

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

  • @Colbert2008
    @Colbert2008 11 років тому +3

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

  • @nicolarollinson4381
    @nicolarollinson4381 4 роки тому

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

  • @SankofaNYC
    @SankofaNYC 3 роки тому

    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

  • @jayl.6960
    @jayl.6960 4 роки тому

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

  • @Kitdg
    @Kitdg 3 роки тому

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

  • @kjoy2215
    @kjoy2215 3 роки тому

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

  • @Deadcat323
    @Deadcat323 13 років тому +1

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

  • @garrygalloway2531
    @garrygalloway2531 5 років тому +6

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

  • @margomargot5947
    @margomargot5947 Рік тому +1

    Love! Love!!

  • @chazmahlum
    @chazmahlum 13 років тому

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

  • @TheGerard87
    @TheGerard87 6 років тому +9

    Omg rip lee, i miss your work

  • @Tronic410
    @Tronic410 11 років тому +1

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

  • @sideshowtink
    @sideshowtink 13 років тому

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

  • @OsaUzamaki14
    @OsaUzamaki14 13 років тому

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

  • @mariagalbova9891
    @mariagalbova9891 3 роки тому +1

    He was megatalent.I like him very much.

  • @pedronieto2347
    @pedronieto2347 5 років тому

    Simply ICONIC 🖤

  • @w104ssc
    @w104ssc 12 років тому

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

  • @mikem3789
    @mikem3789 9 місяців тому

    Appreciation. 👏

  • @poetinslowmotion
    @poetinslowmotion 11 років тому +1

    amazing!!!!!

  • @margomargot5947
    @margomargot5947 Рік тому +1

    Amo ❤ de mais o seu trabalho.

  • @strawberryfields331
    @strawberryfields331 13 років тому

    Brilliant! Long live McQueen!!!

  • @patrickowen2460
    @patrickowen2460 2 роки тому

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

  • @frankcarter7146
    @frankcarter7146 3 роки тому +1

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

  • @Eltoca21
    @Eltoca21 13 років тому

    Thank you...

  • @ellaherrera9316
    @ellaherrera9316 3 роки тому

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

  • @modeling4Fashion
    @modeling4Fashion 13 років тому

    Amazing!

  • @skullingtonfly
    @skullingtonfly 4 роки тому

    Amazing 👏

  • @jordonhanlan
    @jordonhanlan Рік тому +1

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

  • @saavstories
    @saavstories 13 років тому

    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.

  • @dianaazeneth
    @dianaazeneth 13 років тому

    Alexander McQueen FOREVER! ♥

  • @ApriliaRacer14
    @ApriliaRacer14 Рік тому +1

    Genius.

  • @pippalewisNYC
    @pippalewisNYC 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @bubblebutt4919
    @bubblebutt4919 4 роки тому

    The best theme of MET 💐🦇🌸🦋🥀🕊✨✨✨✨

  • @tailoringdude
    @tailoringdude 3 роки тому

    Amazing

  • @lucianasalles7272
    @lucianasalles7272 20 днів тому

    Tudo lindo! 👒

  • @franchoprada9171
    @franchoprada9171 3 роки тому

    The most exciting designer of his generation

  • @keunsuchodressmakerarchive4354
    @keunsuchodressmakerarchive4354 3 роки тому

    Great legendary fashion designer

  • @danielle228512
    @danielle228512 7 років тому +1

    I want to go!

  • @jpegpapi
    @jpegpapi 13 років тому

    :') just wiped my tears off.

  • @TheDwinter1919
    @TheDwinter1919 3 роки тому

    I will never regret going to that

  • @sabejreid2072
    @sabejreid2072 4 роки тому

    Love Him

  • @NA-jx2bf
    @NA-jx2bf 4 роки тому +6

    Reminds me of a very fashionable Silent Hill.

  • @lizaluk
    @lizaluk 2 роки тому

    Great

  • @mirandac8712
    @mirandac8712 4 роки тому +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)

  • @puppaloise1597
    @puppaloise1597 5 років тому +2

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

  • @julianamendes8802
    @julianamendes8802 3 роки тому

    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.

  • @molovesmusic567
    @molovesmusic567 13 років тому

    i want to go there :D

  • @dreamershavemorefun
    @dreamershavemorefun 12 років тому

    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

  • @afroboricua1900
    @afroboricua1900 10 років тому

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

  • @rolandovalencia9949
    @rolandovalencia9949 11 років тому +2

    He's a genius

  • @fohaus7786
    @fohaus7786 Рік тому +1

    To this day

  • @Lilili3107
    @Lilili3107 10 років тому

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

  • @mojojomarr
    @mojojomarr 5 років тому +4

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

  • @pheb29
    @pheb29 4 роки тому

    Wow

  • @nancybreaux9684
    @nancybreaux9684 5 років тому +5

    Seems like his vision is of the past present and future.

  • @makeamericakateagain
    @makeamericakateagain 5 років тому

    🖤🖤🖤

  • @user-ug8yl7zp8h
    @user-ug8yl7zp8h 3 роки тому

    天才

  • @KimmyQueen
    @KimmyQueen 6 місяців тому +1

    Gaga used that last look for her Bad Romance video