An exquisite mix of feminine and masculine panache, total mastery of every couture and fashion technique, sublime tradition mixed with the perfect dose of modernity… La moda italiana always becomes an infinite source of inspiration, impregnated with beyond-excellent taste, quiet and not-so-quiet luxury. Again and again, Milano runways are simply spectacular!
Here some of the most inviting trends from the Fall / Winter 2024 ready-to-wear collections…
COLOR-BLOCKING
Beautiful contrasting color-blocking asymmetrically played on great dresses, sets, separates and coats; resulting in attractive modernity. (Bottega Veneta)
EQUESTRIAN
Elegant equestrian airs achieved through perfect tailoring, beautiful fabrics, clean lines, sharp detailing, dark tones, and fabulous knee high boots. (Fendi)
LEATHER DRESSES
Tubular, A-lined, asymmetric, saturated with interesting cuts and detailing, including sexy hardware accents; leather dresses fascinated the public in hues ranging from light and muted, to loud and vibrant. (Antonio Marras)
SUPERB TEXTURES
Flamboyant, ultra-rich, colorful, varied and mixed textures; elevating everyday pieces to another (high) fashion level. (Diesel)
WRAPPED AROUND
Impecable regal XL capes and toppers, covering sophisticated ensembles that spoke super attractive stealth wealth fashion. (Del Core)
ELEGANT SHORTS
Elegant, sensual shorts; perfectly tailored to accompany superb tops, jackets, and (short or long) coats. (Tom Ford)
WARM TUBULAR DRESSES
Many, many runways included as a key piece the very practical, body hugging or straight warm jersey or knitted dress; in monochromatic, colorful or artsy looks. (Marco Rimaldi)
TRANSPARENCIES
Sheer dresses, including plenty of slips, tops and bottoms with all-over transparencies or strategic ones; resulting in an exclusive sensuality worth experimenting. (Alberta Ferretti)
OVERSIZE PUFFER
Amusing, delightful oversized puffers in loud hues, prints and patterns; many matching or mix-matching the rest of the ensemble. (Roberto Cavalli)
PANTSUITS
Wonderful, ultra-elegant pantsuits with perfectly fitted or relaxed tailoring; in classic masculine fabrics, or bright-and-shine fancy materials. (Brunello Cucinelli)
LEATHER SETS
Gorgeous matching sets (skirts and pants in all their lengths) in exquisite leather; from classic total-blackness, passing through the most elegant tones; up to edgy color combinations and painterly airs. (Roberto Cavalli)
HUGE SHOULDER PADS
Huge, irreverent and deliciously masculine shoulder pads; not only in gorgeous XL long coats but in shorter tailored jackets and toppers. (Etro)
ARTSY
Great artsy prints, patterns and colorful treatments on wonderful fabrics; conceived to accompany cool, relax but still very sophisticated silhouettes. (MM6 Maison Margiela)
THE BLACK SUIT
Eternal, so tasteful and full of character, the black suit (pants or skirts); with or without shirt, tee or sweater under; looked fantastic in all possible fits; from the ultra-tailored, to the XL and very relaxed one. (Moschino)
PUNK
Dark, gothic looks full of punk elements and vibes. All-black, white, strong reds and burgundy; checkered fabrics, fishnets, pantyhose, a lot of leather, hardware details and edgy hairstyles and makeup. (Versace)
LINGERIE INSPIRATION
From delicates silk and lace slip dresses for a night-out; to sheer tops, blouses and separates… Everything very well conceived, exuding tasteful sexiness. (Gucci)
PATENT PERFECT
Extraordinary, very shiny head-to-toe ensembles in fabulous patent leather or coated fabrics; in classy or loud hues. The best looks were accompanied by magnificent XL furry coats. (MSGM)
GEOMETRIC DELIGHT
Rich, geometric abstraction, played with contrasts; was another favorite of the print & pattern choices of the magnificent Italian fashion houses. (Missoni)
TUXEDO ENCHANTMENT
Tantalizing, very sexy masculinity was not only articulated through beyond-masterful tailoring; since the tuxedo was and always will be (hopefully) a protagonist in the runways. (Dolce & Gabbana)
Life is a runway!
Much love,
Gaby
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