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“I recalled how cruel the plague had made people to each other, and was obliged to concede that there is no disaster which can befall humanity, that we will not fail to make worse by our own hands, for it is fear that makes us cruel.”

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The Strange Adventures of H

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Sarah Burton
Sarah Burton

Sarah Burton (born 1974) is a renowned British fashion designer who served as Creative Director at Alexander McQueen from 2010 to 2017. After graduating from Central Saint Martins, she joined the House of McQueen in 1996, eventually taking over as Creative Director following the founder's tragic death in 2010. Burton gained worldwide recognition for designing Catherine, Princess of Wales's iconic wedding dress in 2011. She launched her eponymous label in 2017, continuing her legacy of creating sophisticated and emotionally powerful fashion. Multiple award winner including British Fashion Designer of the Year, Burton is celebrated for her exceptional craftsmanship and elegant aesthetic that blends dark romanticism with contemporary elegance. more

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