McQueen was my all time favorite designer. He was so dark and risk taking, he understood a lot of things that other designers didn’t. I created outfits (as above) out of his items on a daily basis. I don’t think he realized how big of an impact he had within the music industry. Almost every single women i know who works in the music industry, or is a musician has loved him. He is someone who the darker, edgier girls could run to when they needed some funk in their style that they couldn’t get from Cavalli(because he wasn’t “edgy” enough). You are able to walk into any label, and see at least one person representing McQueen. I think that says a lot. And its scary to see who will take over his empire, because whoever does will not only have the biggest shoes to fill but they will need to be ready for the worst criticism. With that being said, I feel Christian Siriano should take over. Having worked with him as an intern, he clearly has an understanding of what went through his mind, and it is visible through his designs. If the Gucci Group was smart, they would offer him the position. I cant think of anyone else who would be able to come close to McQueen, unless they aren’t discovered yet. With that being said, it really sucks that he is gone, but his legacy will live on in our hearts forever.
-Meri Kate & the rest of the Chictini Staff.

The article is amazing, and his body is a wonderland. It is highly suggested that everyone goes out to grab a copy. John and our little Meri Kate are actually from the same town. They even had the same homeroom teacher in high school, although he is a little older, wiser and richer than her….

were bringin sassy back.