Spotlight On Alexander McQueen – Designer Wedding Dresses And Elegant Evening Dresses

Alexander McQueen was a brave choice for the royal designer wedding dresses of all wedding dresses. Kate Middleton’s stunning Alexander McQueen dress was definitely  a winner though, not just for Kate but also for Sarah Burton, The Alexander McQueen label, designer wedding dresses in the UK and British fashion as a whole.

The Alexander McQueen label was already well known for its contemporary but romantic and elegant evening dresses as well as its dramatic catwalk shows. In the beginning Lee McQueen made a name for himself with controversy and shock tactics, but it didn’t take long for his talent to become recognised in its own right with his flair for tailoring and innovative approach which juxtaposed feminine strength and fragility.   

Since the death of Lee McQueen, Sarah Burton has taken over as creative director of the label after being his confidante and assistant. She was devastated by his death but has managed to continue in his footsteps and also make a name for herself when creating the most talked about of designer wedding dresses, for the royal wedding.

Kate Middleton decided on the designer instead of countless other possibilities of designer wedding dresses after seeing the dress of her friend Sara Buys, who married the Duchess of Cornwall’s son Tom Parker Bowles in 2005. Other celebrity dresses by the designer have been wron by Michelle Obama, Naomi Campbell, Lady Gaga, Gwyneth Paltrow, Cate Blanchett and Bjork to name but a few.

The world’s fashion spotlight is now firmly on the Alexander McQueen label with everyone wanting an Alexander McQueen dress and a there is also bound to be a bog demand for Alexander McQueen designer wedding dresses in the future. Here are some of our favourite elegant evening dresses by Alexander McQueen, some of which could also double up as slightly less formal designer wedding dresses.

Alexander McQueen- Halterneck Maxi Dress – Selfridges

The bright red colour of this dress is the perfect choice for those who love to be the centre of attention. The dress has all of the marks of a Alexander McQueen dress, it is dramatic, feminine and very bold.

Alexander McQueen Iris Maxi Dress – Selfridges

This classic style of strapless maxi dress combines layers of delicate silk with a feminine silhouette and a great version of the seasons must have floral print. The print is subtle enough to make it a great choice for designer wedding dresses and elegant evening dresses . It has pleat detailing at the front and a fish tail at the  back.

Alexander McQueen Meadow Print Silk Chiffon Gown- The Outnet

This incredibly beautiful silk chiffon gown is another versatile Alexander McQueen gown that covers all bases including designer wedding dresses in the UK and elegant evening dresses. It has airey layers which give it an ephereal feel and a very subtle yellow, green and grey print.

Alexander McQueen Wrap Effect Crepe Dress – The Outnet

The  nude colour of this Alexander McQueen dress make it the perfect wedding guest outfit for this summer. It is simple and flattering, it would also make the perfect solution for less formal designer wedding dresses.