MILAN: Milan Fashion Week’s catwalk shows came to a close on Sunday, offering an early glimpse of women’s autumn/winter 2024-2025 looks. Here are some of the main trends.
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Despite the cold autumn/winter temperatures, designers like Armani, Prada, Gucci and Alberta Ferretti went all out with the see-through trend.
At Dolce & Gabbana, not only did supermodel Naomi Campbell hit the catwalk and Eva Mendes provide the wow factor in the front row, but a series of chic, skin-friendly looks, all in black and classic It was inspired by tuxedos.
The design duo dedicated almost the entire collection to the trend. An all-black transparent silk skirt tied at the waist or in front was paired with a bolero-style tuxedo jacket, while a sheer black blouse was complemented by a satin belt and fringed with feathers.
Particularly daring was a dress made of fishnet stockings that revealed black hot pants and a triangular bra underneath.
Giorgio Armani offered a softer, gentler version, peppering its Japanese-inspired collection with silk sheer baby blue blouses tied at the neck, some even printed with floral motifs. .
An uncharacteristic burst of color from a master of muted tones, the hot pink robe was a boudoir look perfect for a nightclub, transparent but with floral embroidery near the hem.
At Tom Ford, a stunning long grape-colored sheath may have completely hugged her body with long sleeves and a high turtleneck, but it was completely sheer, with only her bikini bottoms peeking out from underneath.
faux fur
The ethical debate over the use of fur continues, with protesters storming the Fendi catwalk on the first day of the show and animal rights groups similarly targeting Max Mara in an ongoing campaign. .
But designers are showing that the possibilities for faux fur are endless, with fur-like synthetics appearing throughout the week in brands as diverse as Prada and Diesel, Emporio Armani and Marni. .
Marni’s show was held inside a paper mache cave, so it was only fitting that the faux fur had a Flintstones vibe.
The show, which included former Kanye West singer Ye and his wife Bianca Sensori in barely-there leather attire, featured a collection that featured leopard print and faux versions of prehistoric prey.
The coat was short but oversized with long, sloth-like sleeves and had an abundance of fur-covered black stoles.
At Diesel, a fuzzy look somewhere between fur and wool befits Star Wars’ Chewbacca, while at Emporio Armani, short fur-covered jackets in black and red or navy and sea green , the tip was elegantly decorated with gray.
Prada opted for maximum contrast, adding faux sable to the neckline, hem and shoulders of a feminine white dress, while faux fur in purple, maroon and royal blue adorned an oversized naval captain’s hat.
cable knit/rib
Cable-knit and ribbed sweaters and dresses were all over the Milan runways, giving their wearers a cozy allure.
At Max Mara, a form-fitting cable-knit gray dress hugged a lithe model, with the pattern woven diagonally to hug her curves.
A wide ribbed band reminiscent of the obi of a Japanese kimono cinched the waist of pants and skirts, and the long skirt was paired with an oversized ribbed black sweater, leaving only the neck exposed.
Fendi evoked British style in its knitwear, but there was nothing rigid about the collection, with capes draped lightly over one shoulder, or over jackets that covered the neck and arms but not the torso. I used to wear sweaters that looked like shrugs.
Argentinian designer Adrian Apiolaza’s Moschino debut offered oversized cable-knit camel sweaters and pearls, but subverted the classic concept by adding an asymmetrical red ruffled skirt over gray slacks. It was done.
From mustard to moss green
Warm fall shades of mustard and moss green have been seen in seasons past, and they’re still making a splash.
Roberto Cavalli designer Fausto Paglissi chose mustard yellow for the marble-inspired fabric he stitches his pieces with, and bright tones pop from a satin strapless dress by Philosophi di Lorenzo Serafini.
Gucci chose mustard for the loose sweater jacket with a plunging neckline, and moss green for the hot pants with a matching long leather coat.
At Alberta Ferretti, shades of green seeped into luxurious wool overcoats and matching shawls, as well as long satin slip dresses with lace bodices.
At Fendi, a belted coat with generous lapels and a thick, plush vertical border appears in soft moss, and designer Kim Jones borrows the color from other garments and accessories, such as over-the-knee leather boots and arm warmers. I incorporated it.
