Cavalli’s Metamorphic Shift: From Animal Prints to Italian Marble
Backstage at the Italian Stock Exchange, Fausto Puglisi contemplated the world’s less-than-happy state and the unsettling ubiquity of women on social media. Feeling the need for change, he embarked on a creative pivot.
Fusing Past and Present: Prada’s FW24 Showcase
Raf Simons asserts that any concept—whether loved, hated, silly, funny, sad, stupid, or political—can serve as a starting point. This season, their muse was an unexpected one: the bow.
The runway debut featured a black shift dress adorned with dozens of bows. Subsequent iterations followed, including baby pink and deep purple versions. The bows appeared not only at the front but also graced the backs of skirts, juxtaposing sturdy tweed with embroidered silk.
Opulence Reloaded: MSGM’s Modern Twist on Nostalgia
In my inaugural season in New York, no fashion show left as indelible an impression as Oscar de la Renta’s. It exuded WASP-like opulence, an air of privilege, and a conservative allure. Stepping into that particular collection felt akin to entering an episode of ‘Dynasty.’
From Archives to Runway: Moschino’s Nostalgic Ode
Just three weeks and two days ago, Adrian Appiolaza stepped into the role of creative director at Moschino. His arrival, however, is tinged with sadness due to the sudden passing of his predecessor, Davide Renne, shortly after assuming the position.
Surgical Cuts and Surreal Energy: MM6’s Milan Debut
The MM6 show venue today exuded an unexpected elegance. The carpeted, hushed space, bathed in soft light, felt strangely comforting. Backstage, conversing with the design collective’s spokesperson, it all clicked into place.
Striped Reverie: Missoni’s Vibrant Fall/Winter 2024 Collection
Backstage chaos ensued after the Missoni show, and Filippo Grazioli shared, ‘I wanted to have some fun.’ And fun he certainly had. The collection exuded a lively spirit—almost effervescent. Throughout, bulbous, ballooning knitted tops and oversized donut collars in shaggy textures made frequent appearances.