Back in November it was confirmed that Alexander McQueen will be designing a capsule collection for Target under their new fashion initiative called Designer Collaborations and in November we got a first look which got everyone hyped up to see more. Thanks to my lovely reader lucy92 for sending over images of the much anticipated McQ Alexander McQueen for Target lookbook, although its not all the looks its a good preview for now! In this preview there are only ten looks via Love Is A Battle Droid and Is Mental, looks like we’ll have to be patient for the other pics to surface. Prices range from $19.99 to $129.99 and average about $50-$60 which is a bit pricey for Target but definitely cheap for McQueen. The collection is scheduled to release in March 2009, I can hardly wait- I can’t wait to see the full collection! Do you love the collection so far?
McQ Alexander McQueen for Target will feature lightweight sweaters, skinny jeans, bubble dresses, slim skirts and cuffed shorts. Signature pieces include a coated cotton poplin black trench, a rock ’n’ roll gray denim cropped studded jacket, a men’s wear-inspired tuxedo blazer and a color-blocked one-shoulder dress with bubble hem. The collection also will include swimwear and cotton voile print scarves.
The collection has a muted color palette of black, white, gray and tan with accents of cobalt blue and bright pink. Studs and mesh give items an edge. For example, a chambray sleeveless shirtdress has stud detailing, there’s a mesh wrap dress and an open yarn zipper cardigan. Graphic prints and silk-screen photographs give tunics, dresses and T-shirts visual interest. The Leila silk-screen T-shirt with a necklace collar was designed for The Duke Spirit lead singer, while other band members are immortalized on a sleeveless jersey T-shirt.
A sateen strapless pleat dress in a tattoo print of mermaids, dice and anchors is an example of McQueen’s penchant for pairing feminine fabrics with tough details — in this case, a studded leather belt.
UPDATE: The collection is now available >> Shop: McQ Alexander McQueen for Target
More pics after the jump…
By: retrogurl
Posted: 01.19.2009
my reservations were so high, I really dont know what to think of it! very tomboy though.
I’m crazy about the grey denim jacket and jeans. Also, the leather vest is sooo McQueen. This collection will sell-out fast.
Just curious… will all the Target in the states carry the collection?
the leather vest is amazing. i cannot wait to get my hands on that!
The dresses! I need the dresses!
love the androgyny look. McQueen Kills two birds (women wear and menswear) in one stone.
that jumpsuit can be a hit or miss. i love the leather vest and some of the dresses. i didn’t think i would get too excited for McQueen’s collection, but now i can’t wait till it releases!
My whole life now revolves around getting my hands on that grey jacket.
I’m excited for the Go International collections once again! Everything looks so edgy! The collections were starting to lose excitement.
Exiciteddd! I’m a huge fan of black, grey, & white pieces.
I’m diggin the sleeveless harness dress & zigzag print gathered dress in black/grey!
@fotoboi: i’m not sure, i never shop for any target designer collaborations at the store, i always buy it online haha.
@closet cupcake: this is not part of the Go International collections, its target’s new fashion initiative called Designer Collaborations and McQueen is the first to do it.
i’m super excited too, as soon as i get more looks i’ll post them! keep u guys posted! xoxo
I really love the strapless blue dress. The rest of it would look horrible on me, but is gorgeous on the page.
i love the jumpsuit and how affordable it is!
can’t. wait.
McQueen really did a great job for his McQ line coming to target. Personally I don’t think 50-60 bucks is bad, I think it’s a steal. We aren’t shopping at wal-mart people.
I want the jumpsuit.
OMG, he did a great job comparing to other go-international designers!
they are all affordable, and wearable. (not like thakoon line….)
i love that last look too, i can wear em to office!
and that zig-zag gather dress is a must!
i’m loving this collection so far, can’t wait to see the rest!
Does anyone know which Target locations will be carrying this line?
yes, yes, yes!!!!! loving ALL the collection
o yes what about the shoes???? no word on the shoes… please hit me up on this
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Ugh, this all looks so unoriginal, I’m really disappointed. Looks like I won’t be buying any of it…
love. love. love.
So hot…..can’t wait until it hits on line..although the short brunette model looks like a boy….
I’m prepared to kill for that zigzag print gather dress…omg
I just got back from the NY “sneak preview” sale at the Hudson Sq warehouse. A few notes: the vest is huge (i tried on a XS and it looked silly and really boxy). The zig zag dress is super cute but VERY short…I am 5′9 and couldn’t buy it b/c the small sizes :just: covered my butt and the top of my thighs. The denim jacket didn’t look as good in person. The trench looks REALLY good on. The pink shift dress is also Quite short.
umm was anyone surprised by the prices? for target? I’m sorry but 130 bux for a fucking vest is not affordable
LOVE the zigzag print dress … and the prices for target are freaking RIDICULOUS.
The Target on Gateway Drive in Brooklyn has most of the collection out as of yesterday! I bought the tattoo print sundress but will prolly return it since it’s cut small and is longer than I thought it would be! =P