How do you begin to quantify the impact of a designer like Alexander McQueen, who, 12 years after his death, remains a point of reference and inspiration for the fashion industry.
How do you tell the story of a Savile Row-trained tailor who railed against the fashion system even while working in its upper echelons, who spent his life in pursuit of beauty but elevated darkness? How do you start to understand the complex and complicated mind of one of the world’s most visionary creative minds?
Lauren SamsFashion editorLauren Sams is the fashion editor, based in Sydney. She writes about lifestyle including the arts, entertainment, fashion and travel. Lauren has worked as a features editor and fashion journalist for ELLE, marie claire and more. Email Lauren at lauren.sams@afr.com
