COASTAL WATCH

alexander mcqueen Sarah Burton put the focus on the Shetland Islands with arguably one of the most hauntingly beautiful shows of the season. Her collection reinterpreted the Scottish archipelago’s native crafts through lace and embroidered dresses, Fair Isle knits and even Celtic checked suits complete with kilt. The house’s tender-meets-tough tone came in the form of studded leather harnesses worn over dresses, and most looks were styled with bell-accented chokers and studded military boots.