Description
A sculptural take on shirting — Alexander McQueen sharpens the classic button-down with a cinched waist and flared peplum hem for quietly dramatic tailoring.
The Alexander McQueen Fitted Peplum Cotton Shirt reinterprets heritage shirting through the house’s signature lens of anatomical precision and subversive femininity. Cut to follow the body’s natural architecture, the piece sculpts the torso with precision-fitted seaming before releasing into a sculpted peplum that flares from the hip, a silhouette drawn directly from the McQueen atelier’s obsession with the contrast between restriction and movement.
Rendered in crisp, tightly woven cotton poplin, the shirt balances softness with structure. The pointed collar, concealed placket, and tailored shoulder construction speak to the house’s Savile Row-inflected craftsmanship, while the unexpected peplum flare introduces the darkly romantic edge that has defined Alexander McQueen since its founding. It is a piece designed to be worn close to the body — visible under tailoring or on its own with sharp separates.
Details & Specifications
- BrandAlexander McQueen
- StyleFitted peplum shirt
- FitSlim, contoured fit with flared peplum hem
- CollarClassic pointed collar
- SleeveLong sleeves with buttoned cuffs
- ClosureFront button placket
- Made inItaly
Composition & Materials
- 100% Cotton poplin
Crafted in pure cotton poplin, a tightly woven fabric prized for its smooth finish, subtle sheen, and crisp hand-feel. The dense weave allows the shirt to hold its sculpted silhouette while remaining breathable against the skin — a cornerstone of McQueen’s modern tailoring vocabulary.
Styling
Wear it tucked into high-rise cigarette pants and pointed leather pumps for a study in McQueen’s signature proportion play. Layered beneath a sharply tailored blazer, the peplum hem peeks through with subversive intent; alternatively, pair with a pencil skirt and a leather harness bag for full after-dark drama.
Brand Heritage
Founded by Lee Alexander McQueen in London in 1992, the house quickly became synonymous with daring craftsmanship, gothic romanticism, and razor-sharp tailoring. Acquired by the Kering group in 2001 and now led by Creative Director Seán McGirr, Alexander McQueen continues to fuse British Savile Row tradition with bold, sculptural silhouettes — making each piece an expression of both heritage and rebellion.
Care Instructions
- Machine wash cold on a delicate cycle with similar colours
- Use mild detergent; avoid bleach and fabric softeners
- Do not tumble dry — lay flat or hang to dry
- Iron on medium heat while slightly damp, or use a cloth between iron and fabric
- Steam to restore the peplum shape and remove creases
- Dry clean if heavily soiled; store on a shaped hanger to maintain shoulder structure
