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Joan (collection)

Imagine clothes that tell stories of brave knights and fiery endings! That's the magic of Alexander McQueen's Joan collection!

Images

Andrena uvulariae, F, side,_2012-10-26-11.40.12 ZS PMax

Andrena uvulariae, F, side,_2012-10-26-11.40.12 ZS PMax

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Woodcut illustration of Pope Joan
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Andrena uvulariae, F, face,_2012-10-26-11.32.33 ZS PMax
Public Domain: Navy Seals Training by Andrew McKaskle, USN, May 2006 (060518-N-3093M-001)
Rose Kennedy, Massachusetts Senator Edward Kennedy, Joan Kennedy, and Jacqueline Kennedy
Springwood Public School class 6B-5A
Public Domain: Navy Seals Training by Joan Kretschmer, USN, April 2007 (DOD 070405-N-6278K-043)
No Known Restrictions: Nova et accuratissima totius terrarum orbis tabula, ca. 1660s from Map Collections at Library of Congress (LOC)
Collective Endeavours music/dance group improvised performance
Novus Planiglobii Terrestris per Utrumque Polum Conspectus
'Brushstroke' by Roy Lichtenstein - Reina Sofia Museum, Madrid

Key Facts

Collection Season
Autumn/Winter 1998.
Inspiration
The life and martyrdom of Saint Joan of Arc.
Runway Length
100 feet (30 meters).
Number of Looks
91.
Memorable Finale
A model in a red beaded dress swaying in flames.

Meet the Amazing Joan Clothes!

Alexander McQueen was a super-talented fashion designer who loved telling stories with his clothes. His 'Joan' collection was like a fashion show that took you back in time! It was inspired by a brave French girl named Joan of Arc, who was a hero.

The clothes were mostly red, black, and silver, like a knight's armor or a roaring fire. Some outfits even looked like they were made of chainmail, just like knights wore to protect themselves in battles!

A Runway Like a Dark Castle!

The fashion show for Joan was held in a big, dark warehouse. Imagine a long, long runway, about as long as a school bus! It was covered in black ash, like a spooky forest floor.

Metal lamps hung from the ceiling, casting dim lights. Models walked out from behind a dark curtain that glowed red, making it look like they were coming from a fiery place. It was a dramatic way to show off the amazing clothes!

WOW! Clothes That Sparkle and Shine!

One of the most amazing things about the Joan collection was how it used shiny materials. Some outfits looked like they were made of real silver armor, just like a superhero might wear! Another outfit was a beautiful red dress covered in beads that sparkled.

The model wearing it even had her face covered by the dress, and she swayed in a circle of flames. It was a very dramatic and unforgettable ending to the show!

Why Joan is So Special!

People loved the Joan collection because it was so unique and exciting. It showed how fashion can be like art, telling stories and making people think. Even though it was a long time ago, people still talk about these clothes and show them in museums. It proves that when a designer has a great idea and works hard, their creations can be remembered for a very, very long time!

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