From supermodel-fuelled runways to Italian glamour at its finest, once again Milan Fashion Week delivered in the style stakes.
With major brands like Prada, Missoni, Bottega Veneta, Gucci and more presenting their SS23 collections, each label showcased a no-fuss aesthetic with a creative spirit.
If you missed any shows, scroll through the ultimate guide of all the brands that we simply couldn’t get enough of this season.
Bvlgari
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The luxury fashion house presented its exquisite precious gems along with its leather goods and accessories collection at the enchanting Bulgari Hotel. Presented during Milan Fashion Week, the house invited guests to discover a world of vibrant nuances, which captivates creativity and unrivaled mastery. Towards the evening, the hotel lit up with precious colours of gems and gold set up by Studio Mandalaki transforming the entire space into a luxurious sensory experience. Special guests such as Talita Von Furstenberg, Mthayel Al Ali, Vittoria Ceretti and others were present to make the evening even more special.
Missoni
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This season saw a new approach to fashion from Missoni’s creative director, Filippo Grazioli. With minimal patterns and an ode to its heritage, the label opted for a daring angle that allowed each muse to play the main character. Subtle zebra prints and striking embellishments, also saw the house exude a newfound energy on the runway.
Gucci
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Two is always better than one which was exemplified during Gucci’s show at Milan Fashion Week. Highlighting the power of duality, the theme for this year focused on co-belonging and sisterhood for each muse to present the best version of themselves. Alessandro Michele shed light on presenting another version of self. With elements of nature embodied through each sartorial piece, various references were taken from the animal kingdom on the runway. From embellished jewellery to accessories, the Gucci Twinsburg adorned identical twins with utmost flamboyance.
Prada
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With strong hints of modern femininity, Prada’s SS23 collection highlighted businesswear in a new light at Milan Fashion Week. The audience experienced the collection through film director Nicolas Winding Refn’s lens, which exuded simplicity from every angle. Featuring a slew of grey tones and pastel tones, the tailored silhouettes took inspiration from past-season menswear collections and transformed them into sleeker asymmetrical styles. Through complex construction, Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons showcased a practical collection in a nuanced setting giving luxe businesswear a new meaning.
Versace
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This runway presentation was nothing short of iconic, featuring some of fashion and Hollywood’s most famous faces fom Gigi and Bella Hadid to Emily Rajtawoski to Paris Hilton. With a new take on Donatella Versace’s dark side, the entire collection portrayed a gothic experience with the pieces mainly comprised of lace and leather.
Dolce&Gabbana
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Kim Kardashian became the ultimate muse for Dolce&Gabbana’s SS23 runway. By revisiting the archives, the brand brought some legendary pieces to life by collaborating with the reality TV star to create an exclusive collection entitled ‘Ciao Kim’. From statement faux fur coats to all-black bodysuits, this Kardashian’s footprint was all over the entire collection making it one of the most spectacular shows presented at Milan Fashion Week.
Bottega Veneta
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To present many characters on the runway, Matthieu Blazy reimagined each model in different personas happily donned in the brand’s latest pieces. With the legendary Kate Moss among one of the key models opening the show, each muse was seen in an elevated material choice with eye-catching details. By presenting Blazy’s highly technical craftsmanship, the looks comprised of dramatic silhouettes designed to perfection.
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Images: Instagram & Feature Image: Supplied by Dolce&Gabbana
