Alexander McQueen walks the fine line between ready to wear and couture. Incorporating theatrical oversizing and heavy shantung silk with a classic shift silhouette, he manages to execute two very different fashion disciplines in one garment to perfection. Shown here with Alexander McQueen shoes and a Jimmy Choo bag.

Purple silk shantung shift dress with large folds across shoulder. Alexander McQueen dress has pockets on skirt, a high neck and a zip fastening on back. 100% silk. Italian sizing. Dry clean.