The Milan Fashion Show
Milan is one of the top fashion capitals of the world and every year the city hosts sought after fashion shows that celebrities and famous people would go to. Runway fashion shows have always been the toast of every famous designers from all over the world. Recently, top names Gucci, Versace and Giorgio Armani gave their autumn/winter 2010-2011 runway show in Milan and as usual it won wide praises for their lines.
Last 2008, The Milan Fashion Week was the haunt of the best designers from all over the world and this was certainly something to look forward to. The special attraction of that year’s fashion show was the menswear collection from the Milan Spring and Summer Collection. This show definitely turned heads and captured the hearts of many audiences.
The Fashion Week kicked off due to the much awaited fashion line of Dolce & Gabbana. During that year, the brand’s inspiration was centered on the Oriental. The designer had their models walk in the ramp wearing evening silk pajamas, borrowing the concept of japans Kimonos. Other eye catchers were the Dragon and Butterfly printed robes that ranged from hues of ivory, black, sepia, white and grey.
Dolce & Gabbana portrayed in one of its shows “the relaxed lifestyle of the modern man.” The runway show showcased a collection of casual and smart evening jackets coupled with black shorts. This dress code was teamed up with sneakers made of mixed and authentic leather. Another theme that the designer portrayed was something called “Wild.” Models did their catwalk carrying double-handles bags as their accessories and they were wearing sandals made of panther, eel and crocodile hides.
As mentioned earlier, the Milan Fashion Week is an exhibit of all the stylish and trendiest fashion clothes that the fashion industry can offer. Famous fashion house Burberry Prorsum’s designer Christopher Bailey was also highlighted during the fashion week. He created a wonderful line of Crumpled Classics Collection that was inspired by the garden. This collection comprised with crumpled coats, shirts, jackets and hats. For accessories, panama gardening hats, large leather totes and checked canvas were used.
Of course designer Donatella Versace of Versace designer wear refused to be left behind. He exhibited a brand new collection described as “formal attitude “Informal mindset.” Models were dressed in rolled-up sleeves, squared off shirt hems, slim wide trousers, thin light-colored silk scarves for ties and sunglasses with catchy rims.
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Milan Fashion Week lasted till June 24, 2008 with its reputation still intact. More than forty top-rated designers from all over the world displayed their collections, setting the ramp on fire.
How to Choose the Latest in Women’s Fashion
Probably the most popular category in the fashion industry is
women fashion. A lot of news about the latest in
women’s fashion is coming in from the international runways. To have a clear view of the things to look for, here are a few tips.
- For this season, expect to see a lot of neon and bright colors. Blacks and pinks are still in style from last year.
- Ruffles are back this year especially ruffles in tier. Short jackets are to add layers or they are worn to create a layer.
- Lots of fashion jewelries are seen on the runway decorating fabrics. They are usually applied to fabrics or part of a fabric design.
- Bold accessories can add a statement to any look. This year, big crafted looking jewelry is eye-catching.
- A blast from the past is leather. Aside from that, environmentally friendly materials that look like leather are making a statement in fashion for this year.
- When it comes to skirts, the rage is plain pencil skirts or draped with ruffles.
- This year, shoes are not delicate since spiked heels are now being combined with laces and enclosed foot look to give out a bolder look.
- Some clothing lines create themes that surround on historical flavors like retro.
This year has been considered to be a flamboyant and versatile year for fashion. All pieces that make up a look are all key elements to bring out a fashion statement. When it comes to women’s fashion, here are the quintessential pieces for this season:
- Bags- Handbags have replaced huge handbags. Smaller bags are sexier and eye-catching colors like neutral are worth a steal. For this year, bags that come in different texture like leather to skin and interesting patterns are all the rage this year.
- Belts- Belts are now considered an essential must-have. Perhaps every season, belts with different shapes, widths and textures are popping out anywhere. In fact, this single piece can pull-off an outfit.
- Sunglasses- This piece can now be worn depending on the shape of the face. As long as you know what frames will look good on your face, this is a great addition to the whole look.
- Footwear- Of course who can forget shoes. For this season, the footwear has to be something with a wooden feel. It is sleeker than silhouettes with a pointed heel. Wedge heels are also in this year, not only are they fashionable they are trendy as well. Wooden footwear can be worn with anything ranging from jeans, miniskirts and frocks. But if by any chance you can’t let go of your heels, go for higher heel since this will take you to newer heights. This can be safe when it comes to keeping up with the latest trends. But remember they are not the “in” things, chunky heels known as pumps can be worn with anything even formal attires.
