MFW SS15 HIGHLIGHTS
’70s vibes were channeled through almost every show in this present Milan Fashion Week: suede fringed finishes, big floral graphics and feather appliqués were hard to miss. Personally, we couldn’t help but experience a proud-to-be-Greek moment when seeing Armani protégé Greek fashion designer Angelos Bratis’ all-dresses collection on the runway.
Who: Gucci
What: sailor-style jeans, jumpsuits, cocktail dresses, crystal trimmings, suede leather, denim: dresses, culottes, jackets; printed silk graphics, exotic skins and fur
Who: Angelos Bratis
What: an all-dresses show: draped dresses, color-blocking gowns and printed graphic dresses, off-the-shoulder and one-shoulder dresses
Who: Alberta Ferretti
What: floral appliqués, fringe finishes, gladiator sandals and moccasins, sheer pleats, graphic prints
Who: Fausto Puglisi
What: black-and-white graphic and geometric prints; perforated skirts, tops and dresses, gladiator sandals, crop tops, zippers
Who: Max Mara
What: double-breasted blazers, midi dresses and skirts, culottes, polka dots and watercolor graphics, big bow fronts
Who: Fendi
What: cropped jackets, suede sweatpants, ounces of denim, printed orchid graphics, garments clothed with perforated plastic, feather appliqués
Who: Prada
What: A-line coats, belted coat dresses, platform clogs and boots; apparent stitching, brocade and leather details; leather skirts and coats
Who: Blumarine
Floral embellishments, appliqués, embroideries; sheer fabrics, sequins and ruffled details, metallic flat sandals, fur jackets
Who: Moschino
What: Barbie-doll theme, bubble-gum pink ensembles, two-piece suits, bold graphics, logos, one-piece swimsuits, big bows and ruffled details
Who: Etro
What: boho aesthetic, tribal prints, vests and oversized ponchos, fringe boots and sandals, feather necklaces
Who: Missoni
What: signature zic zac patterns in vivid pastels and bold colors, belted overcoats, flower embroideries, clashing prints, turbans
Who: Tod’s
What: leather jackets, tops and details on skirts; perforated tops and dresses, palm-tree graphics, fringed moccasins
Who: Versace
What: bold colors, color-blocking ensembles, crop tops, perforated tops, tank dresses and skirts, laser-cut details
Who: Roberto Cavalli
What: denim, sequins, lace, leopard; floral and feather appliqués, pleated dresses and blouses, tassel finishes
Who: Giorgio Armani
What: python prints, sheer fabrics, floral embroideries, fringed finishes, dresses worn over pants, cigarette pants and culottes, menswear-inspired suits
Who: Bottega Veneta
What: cotton tank tops and leggings, full skirts, checked dresses, denim and cotton, floral appliqués, belted cardigans
Who: Jil Sander
What: culottes, thigh-slit skirts, chunky knits, sweaters and sleeveless sweaters and shirts; leather socks and sandals
Who: Emilio Pucci
What: fringed finishes, flower embroideries, flared trousers, perforated tops, tie-dye prints, suede boots
Who: Dolce & Gabbana
What: red and black, polka dots, floral embellishments, lace, fringed finishes; embroidered tops, shorts and jackets
Who: Salvatore Ferragamo
What: A-line skirts and belted coats, embellishments, fringed details; prints, snakeskin and pleats, clashing prints
Who: Marni
What: pale hues and bright pastels, key structural pieces: coats, dresses, tops; floral graphics, sequin and ruffle details, embroideries, big sleeves
Who: Trussardi
What: leather and suede, double-breasted coats, knitted cardigans and sweaters, jumpsuits, mini skirts
Images via Style.com
Header image via Dazed Digital
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