# Spiffy Double-Breasted Suits Alexander McQueen Fall/Winter 2012 Takes Risks and Gets Rewards By Trenton Millar | Published 2012-08-22 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alexander-mcqueen-fallwinter-2012 References: [selectism](http://www.selectism.com/2012/08/21/alexander-mcqueen-menswear-for-fall-winter-2012/) & [alexandermcqueen](http://www.alexandermcqueen.com/menswear/AB,en_US,sc.html) The Alexander McQueen Fall/Winter 2012 collection is another home run by this amazing brand. The collection features a plethora of [double-breasted suits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aw24-suiting-collection) that range in prints from gray plaid to navy blue with pinstripes. The diverse array of pieces is great because they can be utilized by those willing to take some fashion risks or those who want to play it safe. The [three-quarter-length trousers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/observe) are another stand-out piece. Atypical pants are making a comeback, but you still need some self-confidence to pull them off. With any luck, they are going to be the "it" pant a couple years from now. The Alexander McQueen Fall/Winter 2012 collection is truly impressive, an amazing feat given that consumers expect so much from the design house. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxury) > [Luxury Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxuryfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Double-breasted Suits:** Double-breasted suits are gaining popularity, presenting opportunities for fashion designers to experiment with unique designs and prints. - **Atypical Trousers:** Unconventional trousers are making a comeback, offering opportunities for fashion brands to create eye-catching and versatile pants. - **Fashion Risks:** Fashion enthusiasts are seeking opportunities to take fashion risks and express their individuality, creating room for fashion brands to experiment with bold and daring designs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Industry:** Fashion designers, manufacturers, and retailers can tap into the trends of double-breasted suits and atypical trousers to meet consumer demand for unique and trendy clothing. - **Retail Industry:** Retailers can offer double-breasted suits and atypical trousers to cater to consumers seeking fashionable and stylish clothing. - **Marketing Industry:** Marketing professionals can leverage the trend of taking fashion risks to create targeted campaigns or collaborations with fashion influencers and enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Holiday-Inspired Evening Wear Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcqueen-holiday-2025.md) - [Timeless Sophisticated Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fallwinter-2025.md) - [Luxurious Holiday Gift Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcqueen-holiday-2024.md) - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [New Year-Inspired Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-lunar-new-year-campaign.md) - [Middle Eastern-Inspired Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/act-ii-collection.md) - [Limitless Occasion Suits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aw24-suiting-collection.md) - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Punk Rock-Informed Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superculture-collection.md)