Peacock

Dark, theatrical genius who made fashion his fearless art.

Alexander McQueen was renowned for his breathtakingly dramatic and visually arresting runway shows — from models emerging from smoke to robotic arms spray-painting dresses — embodying the peacock's need to dazzle and shock. Like the peacock, he combined beauty with an underlying darkness, creating collections that were simultaneously gorgeous and unsettling. His relentless ambition and desire to be seen as the ultimate creative force in fashion aligns perfectly with the peacock's drive for recognition and its flair for grand, unforgettable display.