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Alexander Mcqueen

fashion house · luxury brand

Also known as McQueen

9 stories · latest Oct 28, 2026 · Fashion & Beauty, Royals

About Alexander Mcqueen

Alexander McQueen is an internationally recognized luxury fashion house and high-fashion couture brand. The iconic label is currently led by creative director Seán McGirr, who steers its global creative vision and runway presentations.

Recent reporting highlights the luxury label's historic homecoming to the London Fashion Week calendar. Alexander McQueen is set to anchor the Spring/Summer 2027 runway lineup, marking its first official appearance on the U.K. capital's main schedule since February 2001. Creative lead Seán McGirr emphasized that returning to London represents complete creative liberation and serves as a passionate tribute to the brand following seasons presenting in other fashion capitals.

The house's archival designs also continue to command landmark record prices on the global stage. An ensemble from Alexander McQueen's historic "Plato's Atlantis" collection, famously associated with supermodel Naomi Campbell, recently sold for $1.6 million at a major couture auction, establishing a new record benchmark for high-fashion design memorabilia.

  • Coverage of Alexander McQueen focuses heavily on the brand's return to the London runway after a multi-decade absence.
  • Media attention also highlights the enduring commercial and cultural value of the label's archival couture pieces.

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  1. Alexander McQueen Sets Huge London Fashion Week SS27 Return

    Sep 17, 2026

    The luxury house confirmed plans to anchor the Spring/Summer 2027 London Fashion Week schedule.

    Alexander McQueen Sets Huge London Fashion Week SS27 Return
  2. Alexander McQueen Stuns Fashion World With Historic Return to London Runway

    Sep 19, 2026

    Alexander McQueen announced its historic return to the official London Fashion Week schedule under creative director Seán McGirr.

    Alexander McQueen Stuns Fashion World With Historic Return to London Runway

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Alexander McQueen Stuns Fashion World With Historic Return to London Runway
Naomi Campbell’s Iconic McQueen Outfit Fetches $1.6 Million at Record-Breaking Auction
The Alexander McQueen Plato's Atlantis Armadillo ensemble sold at auction
Alexander McQueen Sets Huge London Fashion Week SS27 Return
Dark Couture: How Alexander McQueen and Gucci Turned Death Into Runway Art
Kate Middleton Layers Romantic Black Lace Under Sharp Alexander McQueen Coat
Alexander McQueen Unveils Bold Spring 2027 Ready-To-Wear Collection
Emma Corrin Stuns In Sheer Black Gown Alongside Lila Moss At McQueen Show

Alexander Mcqueen: your questions

Who is the creative director of Alexander McQueen?

Seán McGirr serves as the creative director of the Alexander McQueen fashion house.

When is Alexander McQueen returning to London Fashion Week?

The brand is returning to the London Fashion Week lineup for the Spring/Summer 2027 season.

When did Alexander McQueen last show at London Fashion Week?

The label's last official appearance on the London Fashion Week schedule was in February 2001.

How much did the Naomi Campbell Alexander McQueen outfit sell for?

The ensemble from the Plato's Atlantis collection sold for $1.6 million at a couture auction.

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