If you were impressed with Sarah Burton's work for the SS '11 Alexander McQueen collection, then prepare to have your breath taken away because the FW collection is absolutely brilliant! Many people were unsure that Sarah Burton would be able to fill the very large shoes of the late Mr.McQueen. However, she won over the critics hearts with her debut collection for the brand with her SS '11 collection. Now, it is time for F/W and Burton has created a line so exceptionally beautiful that I think Alexander MQueen is looking down on her with a huge smile.
The collection is innovative and beautifully executed. There are subtle reflections the classic femininity of what you would expect from Chanel, the ethereal beauty of Marchesa, and the boudoir, dominatrix appeal of Gaultier. Yet, despite the similarities the collection holds to those fashion houses, it is incredibly unique with its fascinating juxtapositions; lovely ball gowns with leather harnesses, tweed dress-suits adorned with razor sharp should pads, and fur booties with industrial-like steel. The collection is a twisted, dark fantasy of quintessential loveliness.
I was already convinced of Burton's long ago, but now she has topped my list of favorite designers. I can't wait what she does next!
Text Lauryn Stone
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