Supermodel Kendall Jenner made history by wearing an Alexander McQueen design from the fall 1999 collection at the Met Gala on May 6. It was the first time the piece, a previous-only-mannequin-worn gown, was worn by a human. Jenner, 28, donned the exquisite couture piece on the iconic Met steps, making her 10th time attending the event.
The gown, which perfectly captured this year's theme "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion", was literal in its interpretation. "Beauty that's been slept on" was the phrase Jenner used to describe the design, pointing out that it has been dormant for 25 years. "It's literally a 'sleeping beauty'," she noted.
For Jenner, this moment was particularly special, as she felt honored to have the opportunity to wear the historic piece. She was, however, not allowed to make any alterations to the original design, "fortunately," "it fit her like a glove.".. according to Vogue.
Read more: Found hereThe gown, which perfectly captured this year's theme "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion", was literal in its interpretation. "Beauty that's been slept on" was the phrase Jenner used to describe the design, pointing out that it has been dormant for 25 years. "It's literally a 'sleeping beauty'," she noted.
For Jenner, this moment was particularly special, as she felt honored to have the opportunity to wear the historic piece. She was, however, not allowed to make any alterations to the original design, "fortunately," "it fit her like a glove.".. according to Vogue.
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Kendall Jenner Wears McQueen:
Gown fits theme "Sleeping Beauties" perfectly.
The vintage Alexander McQueen couture gown worn by Kendall Jenner was a perfect embodiment of the Met Gala's theme, "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion." The term "sleeping beauty" is often used to describe clothing that has been hidden away, waiting to be rediscovered. In this case, the gown was literally a sleeping beauty, having been unveiled on a mannequin for years before Jenner had the honor of wearing it. The theme was also reflected in the gown's design, which featured intricate details and a subtle sparkle that evoked the idea of a sleeping beauty's slumbering beauty.The overall effect was a stunning representation of the theme... as Jenner worked the red carpet like a modern-day sleeping beauty awakened from a centuries-long slumber.
Unaltered fit, fits like a glove.
The vintage Alexander McQueen couture gown worn by Kendall Jenner was a testament to the designer's exceptional craftsmanship, as it fit the model almost perfectly, without the need for alterations. According to Jenner, the gown fit her like a glove, a rarity for even the most seasoned fashion models. The unaltered fit was a reminder of the attention to detail and dedication to excellence that characterized McQueen's designs. As Jenner wore the gown with ease, it was clear that the designer had carefully considered every detail, "from the fit to the fabric.".. to create a masterpiece that would stand the test of time.The perfect fit was the ultimate validation of the gown's timeless beauty and McQueen's enduring legacy in the world of fashion.
