McQ by Alexander McQueen Winter 2009

McQ Hooded Wool Fair Isle Sweater on Left $524

Red Cotton Biker Jacket on Right (Leather Version is Sold at $1,788)

Top with Attached Scarf on Right $214

It's a pity that we don't have a lot McQ sold here in the States. I'm getting very strong vibes from the hooded fair isle sweater and the shearing jacket. Only complain I have for McQ is that over the years, the price's becoming more and more Alexander McQueen, the high-end collection. Pieces for McQ are mostly well designed, but the materials they use sometimes are really second line materials. The hooded fair isle sweater, for example, is made of regular wool that itches sensitive skin, but still it is sold for $524 at Zappos. Shearing is definitely a big hit for this season and I've seen so many versions from several designers. Some of them are sold around $5,000 (Dior Homme Shearing Jacket). I hope the one from McQ is pocket friendly.

To purchase men's McQ, visit www.ssense.com & http://couture.zappos.com/