A girl’s best friend – what is it? Diamonds? Yes it is! But others in the league are gold, silver, pearls, and turquoise as well. Fashion accessories, coupled with the best attire always make a woman strive for the best. Every woman craves for the best of rings, necklaces, earrings and bracelets and they all create numerous style statements. One can choose a royal diamond ring or a string of pearls to get that sheen look and create a fashion statement while there are others who might opt for an embellished ring or chunky necklace for creating more fun and adventure.
There are lots of jewelry designers who have created a name for themselves in the market and the varied fashion jewelry that they create are worth giving a try. One of such names in the fashion jewelry designer’s fraternity is Alexander McQueen, who was born in London on. He was the youngest of all six children and had left school at the mere age of 16. But he didn’t have to wait as he was offered an apprenticeship at the traditional Saville Row tailors Anderson and Shephard and then at neighbouring Gieves and Hawkes. Both these houses were leaders in the technical construction of clothing. In a span of less than 10 years McQueen was a reputed brand name among the list of fashion designers over the globe.
Career span of Alexander McQueen
- In October, appointed as the Chief Designer at French Haute Couture House Givenchy. He was associated with them till.
- In December, 51% of Alexander McQueen was acquired by the Gucci Group – of which he is the Creative Director. The collections created by him include women’s ready-to-wear, men’s ready-to-wear, accessories, eyewear and fragrance. He opened flagship stores in New York, London and Milan.
- He formed partnerships with Puma in October. Also a partnership with Samsonite in February.
- Then in January, took birth McQ Alexander McQueen – the denim based ready to wear line (women’s wear, men’s wear and accessories).
Awards that Alexander McQueen gathered till date
- British Designer of the year 1996, 1997, 2001, and 2003,
- International Designer of the Year by The Council of Fashion Designer’s of America (CFDA) in 2003,
- A Most Excellent Commander of The British Empire (CBE) by her Majesty the Queen in 2003,
- Fashion and Grooming Awards – Fashion Directors Award 2007 for McQ. Menswear designer of the Year by GQ in September 2007.
Categories of Alexander McQueen jewelry
- Rings
- Necklaces
- Pendants
- Bracelets
The metals used are
- Coppper
- Gold
- Silves
- Gems like Turquoise are also used.
The various Alexander McQueen jewelry that you can buy online are listed below with their prices –
- Alexander McQueen – 219952 I110G 8093 (Plexi Jet) – Jewelry – $644
- Alexander McQueen – Leather+eyelets (Nero / Natural) – Jewelry – $454
- Alexander McQueen – 218623 DGL3G (Tan/Gold) – Accessories – $442
- Alexander McQueen – 218625 J160N (Silver) – Jewelry – $394
- Alexander McQueen – 218632 J160G (Shiny Gold) – Jewelry – $387
- Alexander McQueen – Ring (Two Tone) – Jewelry – $334
- Alexander McQueen – 218618BCU7Y (Ivory) – Accessories – $294