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| Written By: Colin Megaro, Editor Reader Relations & Trends |
When you think about the names of designers that are
notorious for making garments with the intent to attract
attention and awe, the usual suspects are Vivienne
Westwood, John Galliano, Karl Langerfield, Betsey
Johnson, Anna Sui and last but not least, Alexander
McQueen. All are designers who think outside of the
box and have a rebellious approach to fashion
design. However, because McQueen is one of my
favorites, I am singling him out of the line-up and
adding him to my most wanted list. He is being
charged with having the extraordinary ability to
deconstruct a garment and make it come to life with a
new form.
McQueen, known for fashion that causes controversy,
has a huge following and designs garments that are
down-right stunning. Every collection he sends down
the runway causes a bit of shock and always wows
the crowd. Without a doubt he is rebellious and
outside of the normal fashion realm. According to
VogueUK.com, “Alexander McQueen is the
quintessential bad boy made good.” His designs have
ranged from vampire chic to fierce tartan plaids.
Taking inspiration from an elk tree in his garden,
McQueen invented a story for his Fall ‘08 Collection
that transformed into a fashion journey of a princess in
darkness coming of age to her crowning as queen.
The collection was, of course, a masterpiece
designed with a royal touch.
When considering who might be the next McQueen,
one name pops to mind: Christian Siriano. Christian
Siriano was the winner of Bravo’s Project Runway
Season Four. At a young age, Siriano was
encouraged to express himself in creative ways. He
began designing and dressing people at age 13. After
studying at the Baltimore School for the Arts and the
American Intercontinental University in London he
moved state side. Since winning the show, he has
gone on to design for Victoria Beckham and Heidi
Klum. His designs are very McQueen,
notorious for making garments with the intent to attract
attention and awe, the usual suspects are Vivienne
Westwood, John Galliano, Karl Langerfield, Betsey
Johnson, Anna Sui and last but not least, Alexander
McQueen. All are designers who think outside of the
box and have a rebellious approach to fashion
design. However, because McQueen is one of my
favorites, I am singling him out of the line-up and
adding him to my most wanted list. He is being
charged with having the extraordinary ability to
deconstruct a garment and make it come to life with a
new form.
McQueen, known for fashion that causes controversy,
has a huge following and designs garments that are
down-right stunning. Every collection he sends down
the runway causes a bit of shock and always wows
the crowd. Without a doubt he is rebellious and
outside of the normal fashion realm. According to
VogueUK.com, “Alexander McQueen is the
quintessential bad boy made good.” His designs have
ranged from vampire chic to fierce tartan plaids.
Taking inspiration from an elk tree in his garden,
McQueen invented a story for his Fall ‘08 Collection
that transformed into a fashion journey of a princess in
darkness coming of age to her crowning as queen.
The collection was, of course, a masterpiece
designed with a royal touch.
When considering who might be the next McQueen,
one name pops to mind: Christian Siriano. Christian
Siriano was the winner of Bravo’s Project Runway
Season Four. At a young age, Siriano was
encouraged to express himself in creative ways. He
began designing and dressing people at age 13. After
studying at the Baltimore School for the Arts and the
American Intercontinental University in London he
moved state side. Since winning the show, he has
gone on to design for Victoria Beckham and Heidi
Klum. His designs are very McQueen,
which should be no surprise since Siriano landed a coveted internship with McQueen, while
studying in England and whom he has stated is his favorite designer. Siriano sent belted
pirate coats; multi layered confection type dresses and a chocolate brown and cream
organza puff dress down the runway this Fall.
Without a doubt, Siriano could be the next McQueen-esq designer, a compliment not
bestowed to many at his very young age. Time will tell if he can take the coveted spot of most
wanted rebellious designer. He certainly is well on his way. Keep your eyes open for press
about his comings and goings. You never know when Siriano might bump some of the
competition out of the way.
studying in England and whom he has stated is his favorite designer. Siriano sent belted
pirate coats; multi layered confection type dresses and a chocolate brown and cream
organza puff dress down the runway this Fall.
Without a doubt, Siriano could be the next McQueen-esq designer, a compliment not
bestowed to many at his very young age. Time will tell if he can take the coveted spot of most
wanted rebellious designer. He certainly is well on his way. Keep your eyes open for press
about his comings and goings. You never know when Siriano might bump some of the
competition out of the way.
An exclusive preview of Alexander McQueen's Fall 2008 Collection shown during Paris Fashion Week
| Alexander McQueen |
| Christian Siriano |
On the runway at Christian Siriano's Fall '08 Collection at New York Fashion Week
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