Milan Fashion Week was a succession of stellar shows and events. We’ve picked out the 10 key moments to know about from the spring/summer 2019 edition
Etro: Generation Paisley at Mudec
Besides a stunning show, Etro also celebrated the opening of the Generation Paisley exhibition at Mudec, the museum of cultures in Milan. A celebration of the brand’s iconic paisley motif, the event features 50 outfits to mark 50 years of Etro, as well as personal items belonging to the eponymous family. The exhibition runs until the 14 October.
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Gigi as the Moschino bride
Gigi Hadid walked in a number of shows during Milan Fashion Week, but none of her appearances were more spectacular at Moschino. For spring/summer 2019 Jeremy Scott dressed her as a Moschino bride, complete with a floating butterfly train.
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Delvaux’s new boutique
Delvaux celebrated the opening its first Milan boutique during fashion week. The new shop is on Via Bagutta, in the beautifully restored Palazzo Reina which dates back to the 19th century. The series of interconnecting salons features an elegant design befitting the luxury handbag label, with furniture by some of Milan’s most renowned 20th-century designers.
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Prada
As ever, Prada was one of the highlight shows of Milan Fashion Week. Miuccia Prada’s latest collection was unmistakably Prada, with the brand’s signature retro-futuristic feel, embellishments galore, candy colours and a whole range of covetable accessories.
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Moncler Genius: the Next Chapter
Having first unveiled its new Moncler Genius concept in February 2018, Moncler returned with a second instalment of the project during Milan Fashion Week. Once again eschewing the traditional show format, the Next Chapter was presented in the form of five immersive video installations that each reflects the distinct visions of the respective designer.
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Missoni’s 65th anniversary collection
This has been a milestone year for Missoni, and the brand continued its 65th anniversary celebrations with its spring/summer 2019 show. Tapping into the brand’s heritage, the show was defined by lightness and textures in signature Missoni knits, dresses, cardigans, kimono coats and more.
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Sergio Rossi
Sergio Rossi can be counted on for orchestrating captivating presentations in unique venues, and this season was no different. The brand’s spring/summer 2019 footwear was presented on slumbering models against a backdrop of artwork by Caravaggio, sketches from Leonardo da Vinci and busts of former popes in Milan’s stunning Biblioteca Ambrosiana.
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Salvatore Ferragamo
Salvatore Ferragamo presented its second co-ed show, firmly establishing Paul Andrew, creative director of womenswear, and Guillaume Meilland, director of menswear, as a design duo to be reckoned with. The colours of Tuscany inspired the sleek spring/summer 2019 collection.
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An Vandevorst’s and Filip Arickx’s 20th anniversary
Missoni and Etro weren’t the only brands celebrating anniversaries this season: AF Vandevorst presented as part of the Milan Fashion Week schedule with a show that marked the 20th wedding anniversary of founders An Vandevorst and Fili Arickx. As might be expected, the collection was inspired by the traditions of bridalwear, with a range of daywear pieces and 10 couture looks.
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Bally
Travel was one of the main tropes which could be found across Bally’s designs for men and women, unveiled at a presentation during Milan Fashion Week. Ready-to-wear and accessories came together seamlessly in this well-rounded collection.
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Original price / Tax Refund (approx.)With many of the world’s most prestigious luxury brands being part of the Milan Fashion Week roster it’s no surprise that each season features some memorable moments. The top 10 highlights from this September’s five-day event included the opening of Etro’s first exhibition, a handful of anniversaries, the inauguration of Delvaux’s new boutique, not to mention beautiful collections by the likes of Prada and Salvatore Ferragamo.
