Alexander McQueen’s ‘Widows of Culloden’ collection was inspired by his Scottish ancestry and is regarded as one of his most autobiographical collections. It is named for the widows of the Battle of Culloden (1746), often seen as a major conflict between Scotland and England. The collection makes extensive use of the McQueen family tartan and traditional gamekeeper's tweeds, as well as other elements taken from Highland dress. Historical elements reflected the fashion of the late Victorian era and the 1950s.

The ‘Widows of Culloden’ collection is regarded as one of McQueen's best, with the illusion of Kate Moss regarded as its highlight. Ensembles from the runway show are held by various museums and have appeared in exhibitions such as the McQueen retrospective Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty.

This listing is for a runway coat (look #1) from the collection. Crafted in Italy from felted wool and cashmere, the coat has a silhouette filled with Alexander McQueen’s aesthetic. It features wide curved lapels with detailed with button holes, lightly padded shoulders, a nipped-in waist to emphasize the silhouette that is dramatically structured in the back.

Garment details:

• Designer: Alexander McQueen
• Collection: 'Widows of Culloden' Autumn/Winter 2006
• Color: Brown
• Size: US10, IT46  (please check measurements below as the skirt has been modified)
• Approximate measurements (taken lying flat):
     Jacket
        Shoulder: 16"
        Chest: 37"
        Waist: 32"
        Back Length: 27"
     Skirt
        Waist: 36"
        Hip: 44"
        Length: 27"
• Condition:
       Jacket: New without tags
       Skirt: New with tags but professionally modified at waist (see photos #15 & #16). No signs of modification on exterior
• Shawl collar with detachable rabbit fur trim
• Button closure at front
• Leather covered buttons with stitch detail
• Buttons at cuff
• Flap pockets
• Fully lined
• Fabric: 88% fleece wool. 5% cotton, 4% polymide, 2% angora, 1% viscose. Lining: 100% cupro
• Made in Italy

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