The Fall 2016 collection of Alexander McQueen was presented by Sarah Burton during London Fashion Week with high anticipation of what was to come. Burton re-introduced the brand to the London masses with design aesthetics of structured suiting, alluding motifs (with the signature butterfly), and flowy gowns. She continued themes of black (like the tulle dresses added with floral embroidering) to juxtapose pieces of the collection, but as a whole, the collection remained light and soft.
Down the runway came a series of gowns, trenches and jacquard suits boasting various images, including horses, watches and butterflies. Ruffle details complimented more feminine drapery, as well as printed fabrics and revamped silhouettes that still were form-fitting. Suits followed the form-fitting aesthetic of the fashion brand, double-breasted yet constructed in a way to reflect modernity and femininity.
Soft pinks and light fur trimmed coats, both ethereal as well as reminiscent of the soft gentleness of nature. She recycled the body-trimming gowns and coats, reinventing them with bomber style shapes and nature motifs patterned throughout the entirety. Lacy bras, following-off-the-shoulder gowns and delicate lace knit dresses added to the sensuality of the collection, without losing touch of the etherealness. 
High revved up levels of romanticism glided through the collection, reminiscent of the VIctorian-esque collection from last year without as much melancholy. Sheer dresses continued to have a moment, as Burton posed models in silver-embellished gowns with trailing sheer panels for legs. Some came with the embellished-twin cape or coat, covering over the shoulders while dresses featured plunging necklines and clean cuts around the torso.
Some of the dresses truly are reminiscent of the sheer-gown theme we’ve seen in 2014 and 2015, so let’s see how Burton continues to support the theme while reinventing in the Alexander McQueen way.
What do you think of the Alexander McQueen Fall 2016 collection?
