Perhaps as a consequence of recent history, Sarah Burton and co. offered a sobering collection for Alexander McQueen. Yet in contrast to the house's last womenswear collection (which was inspired by the art of the Dark Ages, and in itself a break from McQueen's signature runway theatrics), this mens presentation lacked the spiritual, sublime aspects that became de rigueur in McQueen's final designs. What we see now is a bit 2+2=4; a few really fabulous coats, roomy pants, elegantly dyed and constructed sportcoats ... but paired with a hodgepodge of pieces that look illogical in proportion and wearability which ultimately left me confused and a little sad. Tell me, what do you think?
