Short Farewell

One of Alexander McQueen's 16 final pieces

from the fall 2010 collection

I was surprisingly disappointed at how short the tribute was for Alexander McQueen's final collection, which was presented in Paris, France. Although there was plenty to be said about his incredible talent after his unexpectedly devastating death in the spring, I would have thought there would have been more to say from fellow designers and fans about his last 16 pieces (which can be seen here). My favorite piece can be seen to the right. Each piece in this collection was individually draped by McQueen and no matter how impossible they seemed, he finished them with grace and sophistication.

What further disappointed me was how Vogue's Hamish Bowles, who covered the presentation, did not speak with other collaborators within the house to tap into the other forms of inspiration used for this medieval-looking collection. A quarter of a page for a brief article and a 3-page spread is certainly not what I thought it would be. While I do not find the final collection appealing I still appreciate the brilliance that went into it. McQueen deserved a lot more than what he received.

Don't worry Lee, the rest of us haven't forgotten about you yet.

xoxo Miss Honeybun


Original Article: "Noble Farewell" by Hamish Bowles. Vogue July 2010. pg. 142
http://jawkstrap.com/2010/02/alexander-mcqueen-visionary-dead/
Alexander McQueen Fall 2010 Collection