One of the most inspiring fashion shows EVER was Alexander McQueen’s Spring 2004 show. Five years later, I still find myself pulling references from it. The clothes, the hair, the dancing and running models, rhinestone jumpsuits, everything, it was perfect. It was inspired by the flim (and book) “They shoot horses, don’t they”. Once you see the movie, you can easily see why McQueen was in love.
“People are the ultimate spectacle.” reads the poster for the film. Truer words were never spoken, just look at seventy five percent of today’s television programs. It’s sad what desperation will drive people to do. Who would ever envision a dance contest becoming so grotesque and absolutely heart breaking. Roberts sad eyes, the sleaze ball contest producer, the unraveling of Alice, that poor pregnant girl, the disco ball (!!!) and let’s not forget Jane Fonda’s moxie! And aside from the characters: the clothes, hair, the ballroom decorations and soft lighting. Again, perfect!
