Eclectic and spectacular. That's the latest lookbook from Alexander McQueen . Sarah Burton, the house's creative director, presents a vibrant and symbolic collection that successfully blends different current trends.
Today, we break down in detail this nuanced collection with the proposals for the upcoming autumn-winter 2017/2018 season.
With a sober line but rich in details, this is the latest McQueen collection
With a particular focus on clothing, the collection has a distinctly sartorial feel, favoring formal pieces with clean lines but rich details and opulent prints. Within this framework, the lookbook plays with different styles and sources of inspiration, from punk details and military touches to ornate baroque and Napoleonic-inspired elements.
In addition to suits, predominantly slim-fit silhouettes, outerwear plays a fundamental role , lending character and impact to the collection. From imposing oversized natural fur coats and military-style frock coats to majestic coats with attached capes, and finally, capes themselves, the collection features pieces with strong personality.
Another element that adds dynamism to the collection is the wide range of prints and patterns . From bohemian-style prints with damask details and motifs like paisley and cashmere, to quintessentially British patterns such as windowpane checks, and even more unique and original motifs like peacock feathers or typographic prints . All of this is presented in a fairly neutral color palette with black and white as the main protagonists, earth tones as secondary colors, and accents in more vibrant shades like Klein blue , burgundy, and mustard.