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McQueen's Research Library

  • Last updated: 17 April 2024

Alexander McQueen’s personal collection of reference books was intrinsic to his development as a designer. The National Art Library at the V&A holds some of the books that were key to his creativity.

Download the resource below and explore McQueen’s inspirations through the library’s extraordinary collection of books.

McQueen's Research Library

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Explore the books that inspired McQueen through the Library’s Subject Guide.

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You can visit the NAL and explore McQueen's inspirations through the library's extraordinary collection of books. For further information on visiting the National Art Library please follow the link below.

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McQueen's Research Library, 2015. © Victoria and Albert Museum, London

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Background image: Dress, Alexander McQueen, 2009, Italy. Museum no. T.29-2012. © Victoria and Albert Museum, London

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Background image: Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty, 2015. © Victoria and Albert Museum, London