Alexander McQueen's best friend, closest confidante and muse, Annabelle Neilson (or 'Tinks' as she was known to her family and friends) brought his designs to life by not only modelling in his early shows, but by appearing on red carpets and high society events internationally, dressed head to toe in McQueen.
The sale comprises 124 lots and includes key looks worn on the runway, as well as rare, never-before-seen prototypes - which gives a tantalizing glimpse into Lee's design process. The wardrobe is also the reflection of a unique, close friendship which spanned eighteen years.
This extraordinary auction presents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to acquire an intimate piece of McQueen’s design legacy.
To learn more about the story behind this amazing collection, click here.
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Lot 97 - Alexander McQueen pleated ivory chiffon halter-neck gown, pre-Fall 2011
Sold for £910
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 98 - Alexander McQueen by Sarah Burton pink and grey lizard knuckle-duster clutch, 2011
Sold for £520
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 99 - Alexander McQueen by Sarah Burton black silk jersey 'Goddess' gown, Resort 2013
Sold for £520
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 100 - Alexander McQueen by Sarah Burton 'honey bee' ankle boots, Spring-Summer 2013
Sold for £494
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 101 - Alexander McQueen mainly by Sarah Burton, a group of bags, belts and shoes, mainly 2010s
Sold for £494
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 102 - Alexander McQueen by Sarah Burton black leather floral ankle boots, Spring-Summer 2011
Sold for £780
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 103 - Alexander McQueen by Sarah Burton peach draped jersey cocktail dress, Spring-Summer 2012
Sold for £195
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 104 - Alexander McQueen by Sarah Burton orange organza evening gown, Spring-Summer 2013
Sold for £845
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 105 - Alexander McQueen mainly by Sarah Burton group of footwear, various dates
Sold for £390
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 108 - Alexander McQueen by Sarah Burton gilt studded knuckle-duster clutch, 2011
Sold for £416
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 109 - Alexander McQueen by Sarah Burton embellished black crêpe evening jacket, pre-Fall 2014
Sold for £780
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 110 - Alexander McQueen by Sarah Burton black wool jacket, Autumn-Winter 2015-16
Sold for £260
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 111 - Alexander McQueen by Sarah Burton white broderie anglaise dress, pre-Fall 2015
Sold for £572
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 112 - Alexander McQueen by Sarah Burton trimmed pink-grey fox fur capelet, pre-Fall 2014
Sold for £715
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 113 - Alexander McQueen by Sarah Burton pink fox fur stole, pre-Fall 2014
Sold for £624
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 115 - Alexander McQueen by Sarah Burton silver-grey crêpe 'butterfly' gown, Autumn-Winter 2016
Sold for £2,080
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 118 - Alexander McQueen by Sarah Burton floral bias-cut chiffon gown, Spring-Summer 2018
Sold for £416
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 119 - Alexander McQueen by Sarah Burton footwear, 2010s
Sold for £130
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 120 - Alexander McQueen by Sarah Burton black satin knuckle-duster clutch, circa 2015
Sold for £494
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 121 - Alexander McQueen by Sarah Burton snakeskin evening purse, circa 2011
Sold for £546
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 122 - Alexander McQueen, mainly by Sarah Burton, group of belts
Sold for £546
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 123 - Alexander McQueen by Sarah Burton fringed and sequined evening gown, pre-Fall 2017
Sold for £5,460
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
