Object: Shoes
Brand:
Puma
(German, founded 1948)
Brand:
Alexander McQueen
(English, founded 1992)
Designer:
Alexander McQueen
(1969 - 2010)
Date: Spring 2008
Medium: Leather and patent leather
Country: USA
Credit Line: Gift of Veronica Webb
Object number: 2009.71.2
DescriptionAlexander McQueen for Puma black leather high top cut-out sneakers with patent leather toe cap and patent leather signature wave insignia, cut outs at right and left shank and ankle; printed with ALEXANDER McQUEEN on tongue.
Label Text:Alexander McQueen began collaborating with Puma in 2005. His designs are appropriately sporty yet maintain a distinctly avant-garde edge. The high-fashion look and supple leathers of this example blur the line between casual and dress styles. Designer sneakers have become acceptable wear for all but the most formal occasions.
Exhibitions:
- Shoes: Anatomy, Identity, Magic
- Night and Day