Not only royal – also Meghan Markle Often worn by his creations, but also by celebrities: there are many Alexander McQueen looks that stars have worn on red carpets around the world, starting with Michelle Obama AND Lady Gaga down to Cate Blanchett, Sandra Bullock, Dakota Johnson, Jessica Chastain, Margot Robbie, Emma Stone and many others.
“I am very proud of everything I have achieved and my incredible team at Alexander McQueen. They are my family and this has been my home for the past twenty-six years. I would like to thank François-Henri Pinault (President and CEO of Kering, Ed) for believing in me and offering me this extraordinary opportunity. Most of all I want to thank Lee Alexander McQueen. He taught me a lot and I will be forever grateful to him. I can’t wait to see what the future holds for me and what my next chapter will be.”
Five years after saying goodbye to Céline, where she was creative director for a decade, the innovative minimalist designer is confirming the long-awaited debut of her eponymous brand next September with a collection that will be available in stores. Which already promises to be a great success
Also congratulating and thanking Sarah Burton for her work was François-Henri Pinault: “I am immensely grateful to Sarah and would like to thank her personally for her work over the past twenty years, first with Lee Alexander McQueen, in which her role was instrumental in its success and then as creative director from 2010. – said the President and CEO of Kering. “With her experience, sensitivity and talent, Sarah has continued the evolution of the artistic expression of this iconic house. “He has preserved and continued Lee’s legacy of attention to detail and unique vision while adding his creative and personal touch.” In anticipation of his latest collection, the bets are open: who will be his successor?