Alexander McQueen

Alexander McQueen has stage managed his reputation as Britain's Bad Boy of Fashion by being more or less rude to the press. His fashion creations which belie his nasty image range from feminine to fantasy, but - in similar vein to his public persona - are always confrontational.

Alexander McQueen's academic training in fashion started at Epsom and continued at St Martin's School of Art. He graduated from art college in 1992. Following his graduation, he worked in Savile Row, then for Romeo Gigli, and Koji Tatsuno.

In March 1994, he formed his own label
and started earning his worldwide reputation.
He took over from John Galliano
in October 1996 at the House of Givenchy.

Alexander McQueen was British Designer of the Year in 1996.

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