SET IN the historical Charterhouse, a building which dates back to the 14th century, the house of Alexander McQueen presents their SS20 collection. Referencing the label’s previous AW19 Womenswear collection, tailoring once again is deconstructed and pieced back together shown by the hybridity of the pieces — pinstripe suits, pleated half-skits, double-layed and panelled jackets also display inspiration from Nineties McQueen. Sarah Burton further references the brand’s national heritage, as many of the fabrics were made in textile mills in the North of England.
Photographed by Ethan James Green
Photographed by Ethan James Green
Bold fuschias and indigos feature in the inky watercolour-inspired flowers taken from hand-painted art in the studio. The colours bleed across white and black suits in assymetric patterns, producing captivating kaleidoscopic imagery.
Photographed by Ethan James Green
Photographed by Ethan James Green
Photographed by Ethan James Green
Signature of McQueen, consistent juxtaposition between the masculine and feminine is explored through delicate floral stiching on classic white cotton shirts. Meticulous crystal embroidery features on structured black jackets. The way the crystals move in the light proves eye-catching and reminds us of unique family heirlooms, classic and ever-lasting. Such delicate detailing is again juxtaposed by the shoes and jewellery of the collection, leather boots with heavy soles, chunky chain necklaces and bracelets highlight the complex binaries inherent in the McQueen brand.
Photographed by Ethan James Green
Photographed by Ethan James Green
The hand-crafted details of the collection are further showcased with a reconstructed ruffled, pleated appliqué coat. Created entirely out of unused fabrics from past seasons, each version of this piece is entirely unique.
Photographed by Ethan James Green
by Mirabella Shahidullah