Alexander Lee McQueen grey woollen cheongsam dress

Title
Alexander Lee McQueen grey woollen cheongsam dress
Year/Period
2009
Region
United Kingdom
Material
Dimension
Gross measurement: 111 x 52.8 cm
Accession No.
2010-01390

This cheongsam dress was designed by the late Alexander Lee McQueen. It has the silhouette of a traditional cheongsam updated with a zip detailing that goes around the collar and down the side of the bodice to the side of the garment. The design of this dress is quite clear-cut unlike McQueen’s usual exaggerated style.McQueen was one of the most creative British designers, having won the award for British Designer of the Year four times and several other international awards.