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Alexander McQueen Rugs

Claire Sullivan - Friday, November 05, 2010

 

 

 

 

One of the last projects fashion designer Alexander McQueen took on before his tragic suicide in February was a collaboration with The Rug Company. Three years in the making - the results are reminiscent of the stunning gilded warrior looks that formed part of his final fashion collection. Handknotted in cashmere, wool, and silk, and in some cases woven with shimmering golden threads, the rugs each took six to eight months to produce. The Rug Company now plans to take the McQueen designs on a global tour. First stop: Miami, where they’ll be exhibited at the company’s Design District showroom during Art Basel Miami Beach and Design Miami in early December.