With the sad news of one of the great fashion designers leaving us, I present to you these 12 Alexander McQueen armor inspirations to not just mourn his loss but celebrate his achievements. Last year, McQueen released a cutting edge collection in which the men's suits looked as if they were full pieces of armor.
Though many have attempted to create similar styles in the past it was only through McQueen’s innovation and daring that he was able to perfect such a bold idea. So please have a look through these 12 Alexander McQueen armor inspirations and remember the man for the great artist he was.
12 Alexander McQueen Armor Inspirations
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Armored Jeans
Warrior Chic for the Street in Acne Spring/Summer 2010
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Armored Underwear
Bunka Fashion College Shows the Best of Their Wild Wear
10
Armored Body Mods
A Stunning Music Video for 'Doubt' by Delphic
9
Warrior Chic Fashion
Battle-Ready Prada Armor Dresses and Hip Wader Boots for Fall '09
8
Armored Side-Slingers
Rihanna's Fleet Ilya Medieval Cross-Body Bag
7
Galactic Body Armor
Protective Fashion Garb in Highlights Magazine's 'Armour Karma'
6
Head Armor Accessories
Alexander McQueen's Extreme Warrior Masks Make You A Chic Tinman
5
Fake Metal Bikinis
'Organic Armor' Bustier Sets
4
Faux Armor Masks
Alexander McQueen Fall 2010 Menswear is McCrazy
3
Medieval Armor Accessories
OntFront Spring 2010 Channels Knights & Exudes Masculinity
2
Chanel Samurais
Become Too Hip for the Field of Battle With Chanel Samurai Armor
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Body Armor Fashion
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