Givenchy by Alexander McQueen A/W 1998 'Blade Runner' Runway

In 1996, the fashion world was stunned when the president of fashion conglomerate LVMH appointed Alexander McQueen as the creative head of French fashion house Givenchy. McQueen proceeded to call his boss “irrelevant” and for the next few years created collections that were best categorized as rebellious and over-dramatic. And while his first couture collection for Givenchy in 1997 was panned by critics and even by McQueen himself, it was his Fall/Winter 1998 couture show that would revive his reputation for couture spectaculars.
Shown in Paris, the collection was a masterful portrayal of Ridley Scott's 1982 sci-fi noir classic Blade Runner. Costume designer Michael Kaplan, who created Sean Young's iconic shoulder-padded outfits for the film, noted that of all the designers who've been influenced by Blade Runner, only McQueen got it right. His Givenchy show "was beautifully done and original in its own right," explained Kaplan.
This rare Givenchy Couture by Alexander McQueen two-piece suit is a museum-quality example of the late Alexander McQueen. This ensemble was part of the Givenchy Fall/Winter 1998 campaign and is featured on the Alexander McQueen Wikipedia page.
Ensemble details:

Brand: Givenchy Couture

Designer: Alexander McQueen.

Collection: Fall/Winter 1998.

Color(s): Shades of grey, silver & charcoal.

Size: US6, FR38

Approximate garment measurements:

  Jacket:

      Shoulder: 15"

      Chest: 34"

      Waist: 14.5"

      Back Length: 22"

  Skirt:

      Waist: 26"

      Hips: 36"

      Length: 29"

Color-block pattern throughout.

Front button closure featuring GIvenchy 4G logo.

Lace trim embellishment at back with nude lining.

Concealed zip and hook fastening at skirt side.

Fully lined.

Fabric: 70% Wool, 17% Polyamide, 7% Silk, 6% Acetate; Lining: 100% Acetate.

Dry clean only.

Made in France.

International buyers please note: Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to buying. I am happy to assist you in determining whether import duties, taxes and charges apply. These charges are normally collected by the delivering freight (shipping) company or when you pick the item up – do not confuse them for additional shipping charges. I do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as "gift". US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior.
Credit: Photo # 6 courtesy of the Adnan Ege Kutay Collection.