Alexander Mcqueen Victimisation Report Essay Example

on’ and ‘wow’ sewn, sequined and assembled onto them in 3D, also using staples which looks very severe and harsh giving off the impression of a grinding existence.

The models look like they have been victimised and attempted to put themselves back together. One coat from Victor & Rolf’s collection looks like it has been torn down the centre and has staples on the ‘torn’ seams, which is similar to how McQueen cut into and tore the garments in his collections. This shows that the woman has been abused and mistreated by her clothes having been torn down the middle. The models are heavily dressed resembling the baggage they now carry emotionally due to the victimisation they have been through.

The models have black eye makeup with severely pulled back hair making them look like empty shells walking the runway. They also wear large boots that look somewhat like shields, possibly to hint on needing protection from outside forces. In conclusion, Victor & Rolf do possess similar elements to Alexander McQueen when portraying the theme of Victimisation on their runways. Both designers have used broad visual means of putting across their points. Their designs are both harsh and bold, yet fall into the theme perfectly. Victimisation is apparent in both designers’ works in conceptual ways and in a sense of couture.