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Sep 21, 2017 what a stunning tribute to alexander mcqueen. Arguably the most influential, imaginative, and provocative designer of his generation, alexander mcqueen. Savage beauty by andrew bolton, harold koda, tim blanks, susannah frankel isbn. Savage beauty may 4 july 31 2011 metropolitan museum of art fifth avenue at 82nd street new york ny 10028 tel. The exquisitely designed companion book to the mets 2011 landmark exhibition, which explores m cqueen s career, working methods, and the complex psyche behind his dramatic creations.
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