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McQ Pre-Fall 2012

Christina Perez — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 08:22:03 PST

>>The 1967 film Far from the Madding Crowd was the touchpoint for the darkly aristocratic Pre-Fall 2012 McQ collection. A rich olive green - found on anoraks, military-tinged riding jackets, and quilted biker coats - along with a smattering of tweed and cable knit lent an English countryside vibe, while high-neck collars, ruffled blouses, and fit-and-flare silhouettes added a dose of primness. This being McQ, there was still plenty of accessible edge: wide black belts, cropped leather gloves, and moody prints.

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Stella McCartney, McQ Both to Show at London Fashion Week

fashionologie — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 10:09:35 PST

>> While Stella McCartney is continuing to show her collection in Paris for Fall 2012, she's also planning on unveiling a one-off capsule collection with a presentation during the upcoming London Fashion Week in February. McCartney, who is the creative director for Adidas Team GB (and therefore created the uniforms for Britain's Olympic athletes), has designed the collection - which will be available in May - as a nod to the 2012 London Olympic games.

McQ is also joining McCartney on the London Fashion Week schedule in February, where its Fall 2012 collection will be presented with a catwalk show, as a preview to its first stand-alone store opening in London's Mayfair next Spring.

McQ Resort 2012

fashionologie — Fri, 03 Jun 2011 10:23:50 PDT

>> Summer's obsession with neon brights doesn't seem to be fading before Resort season, based on the collections that have previewed so far. Scuba, too, seems to have taken an early lead - we hear scuba plays a part in Alexander Wang's Resort 2012 collection; Michael Kors just showed neoprene zip dresses; and McQ (which is creative directed by Pina Ferlisi and overseen by Sarah Burton), too, is rife with scuba-inspired minidresses, bodysuits, jackets, and pants for Resort 2012. The collection also introduces McQ's first ever handbag collection - think bright bags in leather, vinyl, denim, and neoprene.

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Sleek Slouch

Chi Diem Chau — Thu, 24 Mar 2011 09:19:36 PDT

>> Annemiek Kessels from mode d'amour showed us her take on Spring's minimal trend with a sleek slouched look made up of a silk oversized white shirt, skinny jeans, Alexander Wang booties, silver collar necklace, and red tote. Simple pieces that emote major impact thanks to smart contrasting and a bold red lip. Get the same look with exact and similar picks from Zara, McQ, and Ash.

Left to right: Zara Studio Blouse ($100), McQ Leather Motorcycle Jacket ($747, originally $1,660), Revlon Matte Lipstick ($8), Topshop Collar Necklace ($30), Ash Jalouse Leather Mid Heel Ankle Boot ($260), L.A.P.A. Leather Tote ($445)

Photo courtesy of mode d'amour

A First Look at the Revamped, Less Expensive McQ Line

fashionologie — Mon, 29 Nov 2010 14:34:34 PST

>> Alexander McQueen doesn't plan to show off its full intentions for McQ until February for the Fall 2011 season - when there will be jewelry, bags, and shoes along with the clothes - but it's giving a sneak peek with the Pre-Fall 2011 collection it unveiled today. Now that McQueen has complete control of the brand (which was previously licensed) and a new, devoted creative director - Pina Ferlisi - expect some change.

McQ currently represents about 20 percent of McQueen's business, but Jonathan Akeroyd, the brand's president and CEO, expects it to grow to 35 percent by 2012: “We always felt there was scope to create a brand that was more accessible - and a little more edgy. We’ve got a strong ambition for it.” There will be a push for more accessories and a more casual feel, with prices lowered by 25 percent: think jeans priced at 175 euros ($235), dresses at 200 euros ($270), jackets starting at 300 euros ($405) and printed T-shirts at 70 euros ($95).

E-commerce is expected to launch next year on the McQ website, and in the meantime, a film will debut this week instead of a lookbook, featuring four girls wearing the new Pre-Fall 2011 collection in real-life situations. And "democratic" London and New York Fashion Week events are planned for next Spring, with consumers as well as fashion insiders expected to be involved.

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Alexander McQueen Readying to Take McQ to Next Level

fashionologie — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 16:22:17 PDT

>> Alexander McQueen announced today that it would take full control of its McQ contemporary line as of Fall 2011. Previously, the range was produced under license by Italian company SINV SpA, but the five-year agreement expires after the Spring 2011 line. Pina Ferlisi was named creative director of McQ in June and will continue to design the line under the purview of Sarah Burton. "McQ will become our responsibility alongside the core Alexander McQueen label, allowing us to share ideas and knowledge, expand the business and grow the already iconic brand,” stated Jonathan Akeroyd, president and CEO of Alexander McQueen. “Over the past five years, McQ has established itself internationally with its young, renegade but always signature McQueen style and we are ready to take it to the next stage in its development.” [WWD]

fashionologie — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 14:52:09 PDT

>> New Creative Director Named for McQ -Just days after new Alexander McQueen creative director debuted her first collection for the brand - menswear in Milan - to a generally encouraging response, a new creative director has been named for McQueen's diffusion brand, McQ. Pina Ferlisi, who was most recently creative director at Generra and previously has experience as EVP of design at Gap and creative director at Marc by Marc Jacobs, is filling the role and will reportedly work under Burton. [Vogue UK]

Fashion in 50 Seconds 06/23/10 Adriana Lima For V Spain, New Creative Director at McQ

coutorture — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 07:48:22 PDT

Adriana Lima covers "The Sexy Body Issue" of V Spain. The issue hits newsstands today.

Blow by Blow, a new play about the life of Isabella Blow, will premiere in New York at the 11th Annual Midtown International Theatre Festival next month.

After shuttering Gourmet magazine eight months ago, Conde Nast unveils Gourmet Live, an app that will bring the title’s 70 years worth of archives to the iPad and other digital platforms.

Pina Ferlisi, who has held creative positions at Generra, Gap, and Marc by Marc Jacobs has been named the new creative director of McQ.

On Friday, Stefano Pilati will unveil a short documentary-style film about legendary Los Angeles tattoo artist Mark Mahoney before his men's Yves Saint Laurent show.

fashionologie — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 12:24:58 PST

>> Alexander McQueen's Mother, Joyce, Has Passed Away -Alexander McQueen announced on Twitter today of his mother, Joyce McQueen: "i'm letting my followers know the my mother passed away yesterday if it she had not me nor would you RIP mum xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx." He then added, "but life must go on!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!" This may put a damper on the possibility that he show up at New York Fashion Week for the Spring 2010 McQ presentation at Milk Studios. [@McQueenWorld, @McQueenWorld, Fashionista]

Fashion in 50 Seconds 01/29/10 Kristen McMenamy For Love, Jimmy Choo Debuts Snakeskin High-Tops

coutorture — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 07:18:20 PST

Kristen McMenamy appears on latest Love cover to be released. The issue hits newsstands in five days.

Juicy Couture founders Gela Nash-Taylor and Pamela Skaist-Levy have left the company.

The fashion week partnership between Mac and Milk Studios expands to 32 shows (including Jeremy Scott, Proenza Schouler, and McQ by Alexander McQueen) and the duo plans to release an exclusive line of beauty products for New York Fashion Week.

Who wears the blonde undercut better-Kate Lanphear or Tilda Swinton?

First Look: Levis and House of Holland spring 2010.

On the heels of the Ugg collaboration news, Jimmy Choo features eight sneaker styles for pre-fall 2010-in suede and snakeskin, of course.

Marchesa auctions off a party dress and tickets to its New York Fashion Week presentation.