# Victorian Military Fashion The McQ by Alexander Fall 2012 Lookbook Stars a Stately Meghan Collison By Meghan Young | Published 2012-04-25 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcq-by-alexander-mcqueen-fall-2012 References: [fashiongonerogue](http://fashiongonerogue.com/meghan-collison-mcq-alexander-mcqueen-fall-2012-lookbook/) & [alexandermcqueen](http://www.alexandermcqueen.com/) Staying true to the brand's signature style, the McQ by Alexander McQueen Fall 2012 collection combines a traditional [British military aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-war-of-the-three-kingdoms) with a Victorian one. By meshing these two themes together, the fashion line manages to balance masculine and feminine elements beautifully and even dramatically. Starring model Meghan Collison, the [McQ by Alexander McQueen Fall 2012 lookbook](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/siegelman-stable-1) centers around an autumn palette of army green, cream, black and oxblood. Darkly elegant, the Canadian beauty wears the strict silhouettes as if they were uniforms while somehow maintaining a demure disposition. The [romantic Gothic undertone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-heat) helps in that department. From cinched waists and bell-shaped skirts to high collars and lace shirts, the collection is made for the modern sophisticate. The line is accompanied by equestrian-inspired accessories. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.7/10 - Popularity: 97% | Activity: 95% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Victorian-military Hybrid Fashion:** The combination of Victorian and British military styles in fashion offers opportunities for hybrid designs that appeal to a range of gender identities. - **Equestrian-inspired Accessories:** Incorporating equestrian influences into accessory designs can result in sophisticated and timeless pieces with a nod to traditional sporting pursuits. - **Dark Romantic Gothic Fashion:** The use of Gothic and romantic themes in fashion can be a source of inspiration for designers looking to create dramatic and alluring collections. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can explore Victorian and military styles to create hybrid designs that appeal to a wider range of consumers. - **Accessories:** From jewelry to bags, designers can incorporate equestrian inspiration into their accessory designs, creating sophisticated pieces for fashion lovers. - **Media:** Editors and influencers can highlight the dark romantic gothic fashion trend in media channels, creating a renewed interest in dramatic, alluring fashion collections. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Holiday-Inspired Evening Wear Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcqueen-holiday-2025.md) - [Refined Vintage Militaristic Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-fw25.md) - [Pre-Fall Romantic Luxe Outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/london-a-love-affair.md) - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Punk Rock-Informed Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superculture-collection.md) - [Retrospective Chic Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prefall-2026-collection.md) - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md) - [New Year-Inspired Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-lunar-new-year-campaign.md) - [Punk History Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-war-of-the-three-kingdoms.md)