Alexander McQueen Memorial Held

A memorial service has been held to honour the life and work of fashion designer Alexander McQueen. Dozens of tartan-clad bagpipers lined the steps of St. Paul’s cathedral in London as guests including Stella McCartney, Pam Hogg, Kate Moss, Naomi Campbell and Sarah Jessica Parker left the ceremony.

Following his suicide seven months ago, the world of fashion has mourned the loss of one of the most innovative couturiers of the late 20^th century. Editor-in-chief of US Vogue, Anna Wintour, gave a eulogy at the memorial service, telling those gathered that McQueen transported his followers "into a world of sensation where you could be shocked, repulsed or thrilled". McQueen was "special" because he designed the "most exquisite couture dresses and at the same time had a real impact on how the world dressed", she added. Read The Full Story...