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Since our first collaboration in 2010, each collection between The Rug Company and Alexander McQueen has been bound by an appreciation of nature and its magical ability. Metamorphosis is no different, exploring themes of folklore, wishing trees and the importance of restoration and renewal. |
Since our first collaboration in 2010, each collection between The Rug Company and Alexander McQueen has been bound by an appreciation of nature and its magical ability. Metamorphosis is no different, exploring themes of folklore, wishing trees and the importance of restoration and renewal. |
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“I am delighted to be part of this collaboration which represents the shared values of a love of nature and respect for tradition, handcraft and innovation” Sarah Burton, Creative Director, Alexander McQueen |
“I am delighted to be part of this collaboration which represents the shared values of a love of nature and respect for tradition, handcraft and innovation” Sarah Burton, Creative Director, Alexander McQueen |
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$343 per SQ FT Handknotted silk |
Handcrafted entirely in silk, Glasswings features a centralized pair of butterfly wings, highlighted in eau de Nil. Accents of silver and gold shimmer across the design, creating a translucent illusion. Delicate, but strong, this area rug will stand as a feature of its own. |
$343 per SQ FT Handknotted silk |
Handcrafted entirely in silk, Glasswings features a centralized pair of butterfly wings, highlighted in eau de Nil. Accents of silver and gold shimmer across the design, creating a translucent illusion. Delicate, but strong, this area rug will stand as a feature of its own. |
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$200 per SQ FT Handknotted Tibetan wool & silk |
Beetle features an up-close abstraction of an elytron, a central motif to the house of McQueen and an age-old symbol of luxury. Handwoven in a fusion of wool and silk, bold monochrome tones radiate with the lustre of silk, illuminating the appearance of a hard glossy wing. |
$200 per SQ FT Handknotted wool & silk |
Beetle features an up-close abstraction of an elytron, a central motif to the house of McQueen and an age-old symbol of luxury. Handwoven in a fusion of wool and silk, bold monochrome tones radiate with the lustre of silk, illuminating the appearance of a hard glossy wing. |
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$200 per SQ FT Handknotted Tibetan wool & silk |
Characterized by its bold and vibrant design, Painted Lady depicts a butterfly in flight. Crafted in wool and silk, the rich hues are elevated by the lustre of silk, while the blended texture adds depth, resulting in a grounded, but elegant form. |
$200 per SQ FT Handknotted wool & silk |
Characterized by its bold and vibrant design, Painted Lady depicts a butterfly in flight. Crafted in wool and silk, the rich hues are elevated by the lustre of silk, while the blended texture adds depth, resulting in a grounded, but elegant form. |
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$288 per SQ FT Handknotted Tibetan wool & silk |
Alexander McQueen’s creative storytelling ability has been captured through the two celestial cranes, united in a flurry of feathers and framed by elegant silk cherry blossom. The base of the Crown Blossom rug is crafted in soft wool, while the delicate birds are woven in pure silk thread. |
$288 per SQ FT Handknotted wool & silk |
Alexander McQueen’s creative storytelling ability has been captured through the two celestial cranes, united in a flurry of feathers and framed by elegant silk cherry blossom. The base of the Crown Blossom rug is crafted in soft wool, while the delicate birds are woven in pure silk thread. |
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$343 per SQ FT Handknotted Tibetan wool & silk |
A universal symbol of growth, the tree motif is designed symmetrically, with a mirrored effect between roots and leaves, depicting the organic quality of evolution. Inspired by Celtic Clootie trees and Cornish Tregellas, the design has been woven on wool background with a silk motif. |
$343 per SQ FT Handknotted wool & silk |
A universal symbol of growth, the tree motif is designed symmetrically, with a mirrored effect between roots and leaves, depicting the organic quality of evolution. Inspired by Celtic Clootie trees and Cornish Tregellas, the design has been woven on wool background with a silk motif. |
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Renowned for her imaginative approach to craftsmanship, Sarah Burton of Alexander McQueen has united with The Rug Company to explore exquisite fabrication and time-honored technique. As the expression goes, it takes a village to create something wonderful and these designs have been passed by hand, through some of the most impressive communities in the world to create a collection that symbolizes hope and rejuvenation. |
Renowned for her imaginative approach to craftsmanship, Sarah Burton of Alexander McQueen has united with The Rug Company to explore exquisite fabrication and time-honored technique. As the expression goes, it takes a village to create something wonderful and these designs have been passed by hand, through some of the most impressive communities in the world to create a collection that symbolizes hope and rejuvenation. |
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If you would like to get in touch or have any questions – contact us. Please don’t reply directly to this email — we won’t see your message. |
If you would like to get in touch or have any questions – contact us. Please don’t reply directly to this email, as we won’t see your message. |
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