HISTORY
From Alexander McQueen’s Autumn/Winter 1997 runway collection, this ensemble captures the designer’s signature tension between precision tailoring and romantic ornamentation. The look features McQueen’s architectural approach to the female form, combining strong-shouldered British suiting with delicate floral embroidery—a juxtaposition central to his vision of power and vulnerability.
Grey checked wool blazer and matching pencil skirt with floral embroidery.
• Structured peak lapel collar
• Double-breasted front closure
• Strong padded shoulders
• Darted waist
• Patch floral embroidery at front and sleeves
• Pencil skirt with fitted waist and back vent
• Tonal check pattern throughout
• Fully lined
Made in Italy.
COMPOSITION
Exterior: Wool.
Lining: Silk blend.
SIZING
Tagged size 44
Blazer
Shoulders: 15 in
Chest (pit to pit): 17 in
Sleeves: 27 in
Length: 23.5 in
Skirt
Waist: 28.25 in
Length: 27.25 in
Grey
Wool
1990-1999
7/10
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Alexander McQueen
Grey Checked Embroidered Wool Suit Set (Fall/Winter 1997)
$3,000 USD
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HISTORY
From Alexander McQueen’s Autumn/Winter 1997 runway collection, this ensemble captures the designer’s signature tension between precision tailoring and romantic ornamentation. The look features McQueen’s architectural approach to the female form, combining strong-shouldered British suiting with delicate floral embroidery—a juxtaposition central to his vision of power and vulnerability.
Grey checked wool blazer and matching pencil skirt with floral embroidery.
• Structured peak lapel collar
• Double-breasted front closure
• Strong padded shoulders
• Darted waist
• Patch floral embroidery at front and sleeves
• Pencil skirt with fitted waist and back vent
• Tonal check pattern throughout
• Fully lined
Made in Italy.
COMPOSITION
Exterior: Wool.
Lining: Silk blend.
SIZING
Tagged size 44
Blazer
Shoulders: 15 in
Chest (pit to pit): 17 in
Sleeves: 27 in
Length: 23.5 in
Skirt
Waist: 28.25 in
Length: 27.25 in
Grey
Wool
1990-1999
7/10
