THE LEGACY

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Sarabande was set up by the late designer, Lee Alexander McQueen to support the next generation of fearless creatives. In addition to providing scholarships and studio space for artists, Sarabande produces a number of events, from the practical to the inspirational.

Sarabande Remains Alexander McQueen’s Greatest Legacy - 10 years on from Lee Alexander McQueen’s death, the charitable foundation established at his bequest is a lifeline for emerging creatives
Osman Ahmed, British Vogue

“If you want to restore your faith in the future of creativity, the Sarabande foundation is the place to head.”
Lesley Lau, The Times

“Sarabande was built to keep talent alive… the studios were created with a clear belief that creativity should not depend on circumstance… McQueen built Sarabande to keep talent alive; the studios keep it thriving.”
George Pistachio, AnOther Magazine

“The Sarabande Foundation ensures its core values of quantifiable mentorship and scholarship to support visionary talents that founder Lee Alexander McQueen prioritised, continue to manifest each year since he established the foundation eighteen years ago.”
SHOWstudio

The charitable foundation has nurtured over 130 of the most fearless creative minds of the future… At Sarabande, experimentation is the order of the day and nourishment is the main course.”
10 Magazine