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Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty Hardcover – Illustrated, May 31, 2011

by Andrew Bolton (Author), Sølve Sundsbø (Photographer), Tim Blanks (Contributor),
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Arguably the most influential, imaginative, and provocative designer of his generation, Alexander McQueen both challenged and expanded fashion conventions to express ideas about race, class, sexuality, religion, and the environment.


Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty examines the full breadth of the designer’s career, from the start of his fledgling label to the triumphs of his own world-renowned London house. It features his most iconic and radical designs, revealing how McQueen adapted and combined the fundamentals of Savile Row tailoring, the specialized techniques of haute couture, and technological innovation to achieve his distinctive aesthetic. It also focuses on the highly sophisticated narrative structures underpinning his collections and extravagant runway presentations, with their echoes of avant-garde installation and performance art.

Published to coincide with an exhibition at The Metropolitan Museum of Art organized by The Costume Institute, this stunning book includes a preface by Andrew Bolton; an introduction by Susannah Frankel; an interview by Tim Blanks with Sarah Burton, creative director of the house of Alexander McQueen; illuminating quotes from the designer himself; provocative and captivating new photography by renowned photographer Sølve Sundsbø; and a lenticular cover by Gary James McQueen.

Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty celebrates the astounding creativity and originality of a designer who relentlessly questioned and confronted the requisites of fashion.

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“An authoritative and moving insight into the legacy of the British designer.”—Carola Long, Financial Times (Christmas Books)

“Excellent catalogue.”—Huffington Post

“McQueen’s brilliance is celebrated in this sumptuous tome. . . . The hologram cover makes it a collector’s item.”—Harper’s Bazaar

“A captivating tribute to the designer’s most radical and beautiful creations. . . . I love all the detail shots which highlight the sheer intricacy of his work.”—Claire Brayford, Daily Express

“This book . . . helps illuminate McQueen’s artistic process. Recommended for readers with an interest in contemporary fashion.”—Library Journal

“For those still wanting to view McQueen’s fashion creations, the book shines on.”—Lonny Magazine

“[T]his book itself is a showstopper.”—C. Donaldson, Choice

“Highly recommended. . . . The most radical designs of his career are presented here, with critical analysis perfect for any arts or fashion library.”—Midwest Book Review

“The catalog—with its gorgeous images placed alongside provocative, incisive, and often puzzling conversational quotes from the designer himself—makes for an interesting way to get a peek at the show for those of us who won’t be lucky enough to make it to New York this summer.”—Creative Loafing

“The Costume Institute at the Metropolitan Museum’s Alexander McQueen retrospective has proven so popular that the exhibit has been extended until August 7. But if that still isn’t enough time for you to get down to see it, the next best thing to a New York City jaunt is the definitive monograph, Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty.”—National Post

Winner of a 2012 Independent Publisher Book Award in the Most Outstanding Design category

Winner of the 2012 San Francisco Book Festival award for Photography and Art

Winner of the Awards for Excellence in 2011, given by the Association of Art Museum Curators

Finalist for the 2011 ForeWord Book of the Year Award in the Art category

About the Author

Andrew Bolton is curator at The Costume Institute at The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Susannah Frankel is fashion editor of The Independent newspaper. Tim Blanks is contributing editor of Style.com.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Metropolitan Museum of Art; Illustrated edition (May 31, 2011)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 240 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0300169787
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0300169782
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 4.25 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9.9 x 1.1 x 13.4 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 2,729 ratings

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If you are looking for a coffee table book, look no further. This book is beautifully put together. Needles to say that A. McQueen’s designs are beautiful works of art. It also has that awesome holographic cover. You will not be disappointed.
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TJ
5.0 out of 5 stars Need for personal fashion archive
Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2023
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This book is great, not only for lovers of Alexander McQueen but those who love fashion and art in general. The first part of the book goes into the work of McQueen and his life leading up to becoming the designer we remember today. The next part, the most of the book, was beautiful pictures of his collections along with meaningful quotes from McQueen in the mix. It's a great addition for your coffee table or library, the cover is timeless.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Need for personal fashion archive
Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2023
This book is great, not only for lovers of Alexander McQueen but those who love fashion and art in general. The first part of the book goes into the work of McQueen and his life leading up to becoming the designer we remember today. The next part, the most of the book, was beautiful pictures of his collections along with meaningful quotes from McQueen in the mix. It's a great addition for your coffee table or library, the cover is timeless.
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Lillbet
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful, beautiful, more beautiful
Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2019
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I've been obsessed with owning this book since I saw the exhibit in 2011-- one of my deepest regrets was not buying it right then. Was so happy to see it offered here! It was delivered more quickly than expected and in good shape-- the top corner of the front cover was a little squished (book was shipped in a large box with a DVD and sort of bounced around a bit) but otherwise I am very happy with the purchase overall.

The material itself is beyond wonderful. I am reading the introduction to McQueen's career, which is well-written and provides some great insight into the designer's inspirations and influences. The clothes themselves are masterfully crafted, stunning and intricate, a true feast for the eyes. This book makes me feel like I own a McQueen which is nice because in reality I could hardly afford such riches.

The photos are masterfully edited-- what at first blush looks like a scuff or a ding on a mannequin is actually the figure of a woman 'showing through' the white, painted skin which brings a new level of interest to each page. I've flipped through the photos and quotes, and although there are a few layouts that aren't great (pp170-1 for one should not have been a two page spread or the bodice of the dress should have been canted off to the side a bit) the experience of opening this magical volume and flipping through the pages is just that-- magical. Even if you missed the exhibit, if you appreciate fashion as art this book is worth purchasing.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Un genio
Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2024
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llevo queriendo tener mucho tiempo este libro en mi biblioteca
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5.0 out of 5 stars Definitely get your money’s worth
Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2024
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If you are looking for a coffee table book, look no further. This book is beautifully put together. Needles to say that A. McQueen’s designs are beautiful works of art. It also has that awesome holographic cover. You will not be disappointed.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Definitely get your money’s worth
Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2024
If you are looking for a coffee table book, look no further. This book is beautifully put together. Needles to say that A. McQueen’s designs are beautiful works of art. It also has that awesome holographic cover. You will not be disappointed.
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Camilo Daniel
5.0 out of 5 stars Muy bonito
Reviewed in the United States on December 5, 2023
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E. Lalonde
5.0 out of 5 stars WOW
Reviewed in the United States on July 22, 2011
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I've always been a bit skeptical of Mr.McQeen. His fashions are not wearable for 99.99% of us. But I started collecting Asian Ball Jointed Dolls last year and, after looking at fashions for them to make, I have a new respect for this kind of art.

The book is very well written, and the clothes are presented beautifully. There is a lot of fabulous inspiration for those in the fashion, jewelry, or accessories industries.

It is a brown cloth covered book with a hologram of the skull you see that morphs into Alexander McQueen. Very clever, some might consider it in poor taste, considering his passing. But it actually is quite in keeping with his style. Someone famous once said "there is no good art without an element of death," and I agree, even if it just a bit of asymmetry. It is quite evident here. The models and mannequins look a bit like corpses and there are feathers and scales and skulls galore. Why aren't they still on the animals? But it looks damn good. If that's something that turns you off, you may not like this book.

The new designer in charge of his label cannot touch this stuff. We truly lost an icon.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Fun
Reviewed in the United States on August 21, 2023
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Elizabeth
5.0 out of 5 stars Very nice book
Reviewed in Canada on May 4, 2024
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Got this for my mom. She loved it a lot. It was also in good condition, the book didn't have any flaws with the cover.
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5.0 out of 5 stars El libro es una colección de arte en sí!
Reviewed in Mexico on December 7, 2023
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Alexander McQueen fue uno de los genios más grandes de nuestros tiempos y un verdadero artista. Lo que él hacía iba más allá de ser moda o ser couture, él hacía obras de arte impresionantes con cada colección. El libro es en gran formato y contiene increíbles fotografías de alta calidad de las piezas de la exhibición "Savage Beauty". La manera en la que él concebía el mundo, el arte, la alta costura y la manera en la que redefinía los patrones, las formas, las siluetas, los colores, los conceptos, y como ejecutaba sus ideas es más que admirable. Lamentablemente, como muchos genios se fue antes de tiempo pero dejó uno de los legados más impresionantes detrás de él. No sólo es un libro de moda y un libro de arte, sino un libro para mirar, admirar, disfrutar, inspirarse, escapar. Por y para siempre, el único Lee!
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ana
5.0 out of 5 stars feliz de tenerlo
Reviewed in Spain on March 3, 2024
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Un libro necesario si eres amante de McQueen! la portada habla por si sola y el interior es pura magia.
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Mrs Cath McVittie
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 14, 2024
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Loved the holographic cover
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5.0 out of 5 stars Meraviglioso
Reviewed in Italy on April 19, 2023
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Ho avuto la fortuna di trovarlo usato qui venduto da Amazon in condizioni veramente ottime. Parlando del libro io lo consiglio vivamente: ottime stampe, colori e materiali. Un bel prodotto anche a livello estetico e visivo. Racchiude alcuni capi del genio McQueen, e anche alcune interviste scritte alla Burton. Interessante anche l’introduzione. Affascinante la copertina. Il libro è anche abbastanza grande come dimensione. In fine posso dire che non mi ha deluso affatto questo libro.
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