Alexander McQueen A/W 2016

4 female models in embellished dresses & hair pieces stand together in a studio — (Image credit: Jason Lloyd-Evans)

Mood board: Alexander McQueen’s much loved symbolism of feathers, flowers, butterflies and birds were the foundation of this collection, which Sarah Burton elevated to more ethereally feminine heights. The additional motif of a pocketwatch, embroidered on coats in the very first looks added a sense of suspense and mystery.

Best in show: Towards the finale, glamourous dresses that are sure to reappear on the red carpet were dramatic and daring in their sensual sheerness. Gold lamé paneling, floral embroidery and the many tiny golden particles scattered all over, placed this collection near the realm of haute couture.

Finishing touches: Silver and gold floral hairpieces combined with chunky chains placed between messy wisps of hair continued the bejewelled theme in a way we’ve gotten used to from Burton, mixing the delicate and refined with the severe.

Female models wearing long decorative dresses line up for runway

3 female models wearing black outfits of feathers &amp; lace

Female models wearing pink &amp; black dresses with embellishments

Female models wearing black leather jackets stood in a line

Female models wearing decorative black lace dresses

Female models lining up for runway in black leather &amp; lace outfits

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Photography: Jason Lloyd-Evans

Siska Lyssens has contributed to Wallpaper* since 2014, covering design in all its forms – from interiors to architecture and fashion. Now living in the U.S. after spending almost a decade in London, the Belgian journalist puts her creative branding cap on for various clients when not contributing to Wallpaper* or T Magazine.