Amex puts McQueen in the Black

The ultra-exclusive Centurion Card limited edition by American Express, designed by fashion designer Alexander McQueen.

The Centurion Card, popularly known as the Black Card, is the most exclusive charge card issued by American Express. The Centurion Card provides access to a range of exclusive privileges. In the United States, invitations are no longer sent for the card. To be approved for the Black Card, one must make a request and meet the strict criterias. As of 2007, the annual fee in the United States was $2,500.