Why was McQueen so controversial?

Alexander McQueen was so controversial because he made bold choices and often made socio-political statements during his runway shows. For example, his 1995 Fall/Winter show featured models in torn clothes splattered in red paint that resembled blood. McQueen stated that these details symbolized England’s rule over Scotland. McQueen’s inspirations came from film, music, current events, history, his heritage and fashions of the past. His runway presentations were not just displays of clothing but were personal expressions of the zeitgeist, often touching on our cultural anxieties and concerns. Find a range of Alexander McQueen pieces on 1stDibs.