Alexander McQueen & Kate MossThe fashion world went silent on February 11th when iconic fashion designer Alexander McQueen took his own life. Previous events in his life are said to be a big part of this tragic news. McQueen was devestated when his adored mother died nine days before his death, and when his partner, whos name he has tattooed on his arm, broke-up with him. Before his death he left remarks on his twitter page to describe his grief.
"I'm letting my followers know my mother passed away yesterday if it she had not me nor would you RIP mumxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx..."
"Been a fucking awful week but my friends have been great but now i have to some how pull myself together and finish with the ..."
McQueen's 40 years of life have not gone unnoticed by anyone. Starting out as the head designer of Givenchy and landing his own line Alexander McQueen and McQ labels. McQueen won British Designer of the Year award four times, and his designes are seen on the red carpet at almost every award show. McQueen was named International Designer of the Year at the Council of Fashion Designer Awards and has boutiques all over the world including in London, Milan, Las Vegas, New York and Las Angeles. His death occurred just days before London Fashion Week, and weeks before he was to present his Gucci collection in Paris.
Please take a moment to watch this video dedicated to Alexander McQueen, his designs and his life.
Alexander McQeen Tribute Video
For more information visit: http://www.guardian.co.uk/lifeandstyle/2010/feb/11/alexander-mcqueen-death-fashion-mourn
Picture retrieved from: www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1250356/Alex...
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