Ensemble
spring/summer 2012
Materials
(a) silk, metal, glass; (b) silk, metal; (c) synthetic fiber, metal, glass; (d, e) metal, leather, silk, glass
House / label
Alexander McQueen
Collection
spring/summer 2012
Archive reference
The Metropolitan Museum of Art · 692242
Behind the design
This spring/summer 2012 ensemble is credited to Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen. Its fitted upper body gives way to a densely layered skirt and trailing hem, creating an elaborate textured silhouette. The museum lists silk, metal, glass, synthetic fiber and leather across its components, demonstrating how a complete runway ensemble can unite textiles, embellishment and accessories.
