Hot In The Hive: Alexander McQueen - Genius of a Generation
by Ida Hsiang
Jul 28, 2010 10:27 AM PDT
Just earlier this year in February, the fashion world lost one of it's most eclectic and creative geniuses, Alexander McQueen. McQueen is known for his daring and often avant-garde sense of style. Many of his pieces were beautifully and intricately constructed with an expert eye for pattern and detail, albeit majority were shockingly risque and most definitely reserved for the truly fashionably daring. Undeniably unique, Alexander McQueen designs soon garnered a fan-base of the most fashionable celebrity risk-takers, including Madonna, Rihanna, Lady Gaga, Beyonce, David Bowie and Bjork. Sadly, the light and genius of this one-of-a-kind designer was cut short right before his own show at New York Fashion Week this year, leaving the fashion world in shock and sorrow.
The "Alexander McQueen: Genius of a Generation" book by Kristin Knox is a vibrant tribute to the late designer. Filled with photographs from his unforgettable runway shows, including pieces from his last collection, as well as quotes, stories and anecdotes from friends and fashion peers. Whether or not Alexander McQueens' brash couture agrees with your personal aesthetics or not, there is no denying the genius behind the creative force that was Alexander Mqueen. After all, he did receive the British Designer of the Year Award four times. The "Alexander McQueen: Genius of a Generation" book is a must-have for any fashion buff and makes a great gift for all your fashionable friends, and for $29.00 at Urban Outfitters, this colorful tribute is worth every penny.
Couldn't Get In To The Marc Jacobs Fall 2010 Show? See It Here!
by Natalie Zee Drieu
Feb 17, 2010 5:32 AM PST
Yesterday Marc Jacobs live-streamed his Fall 2010 fashion collection where he showed just why he is the fashion king. Gray played a major role, along with metallic silver and gold for evening, then yellow became the highlight in girly dresses. Faux bows on dresses (love that the bow theme is still strong), plus faux-fur trimmed coats and gray striped coats whisked down the runway as models clutched ever so delicate chain-strapped handbags while the song "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" played for the entire show. Watch the full uncut fashion show above from Chic.tv.
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