The best final chord of Milan Fashion Week was the Fall-Winter 2020/2021 collection from the Dolce & Gabbana fashion house, which traditionally took place with a full house.
"Made by hand" - perhaps this is the name of the fashion line, where the main theme is traditional Italian handicrafts. You could have guessed what the new Dolce & Gabbana collection will be about even before the show. At the entrance to the foyer, the celebrity audience was greeted by knitters, shoemakers, seamstresses, weavers, outstanding masters of their craft, who were able to clearly show their work and then happily posed for a photo with the guests of the show.
During the fashion show, on large screens along the catwalk, viewers could see a black and white video showing the entire process of the work of skilled artisans, on whom the success of the Italian Fashion House largely depends.
According to the designers, they sent their sketches to craftsmen and craftswomen throughout Italy, and were amazed at the results of their work. As Domenico Dolce said backstage at the show: "It was an incredible experiment for the whole company. The knitters taught us a lot."
This is probably why the collection turned out to be not quite familiar "in spirit". Less aggressive, very soft, cozy, even a little relaxed. Although, the couturier did not forget about the brand's signature feature - seductive and sexy looks.
Sheer organza skirts and shirts, bold mesh boudoir dresses and daring minis with crystals and a scattering of beaded threads, sensual corset outfits perfectly divided the fashion catwalk with warm knitwear.
Designers wrapped the models in comfortable cardigans, long scarves with fringes, chunky knit sweaters, braided shorts and bralettes, laconic knitted dresses, cozy bulky coats. Many looks are complemented by fishnet stockings and high woolen knee-highs, as well as knitted or vice versa - translucent socks.
We haven't seen such interesting clothes for the cold season for a long time. Comfortable warm knitwear and elegant linen style are successfully combined here. In addition, all this is spiced up with a small series of masculine images, where the severity of trouser suits was diluted with scarlet roses. As one of the members of the legendary design duo commented: "This is very Italian. This is our tribute to tradition."
Almost the entire Dolce & Gabbana fall-winter 2020-2021 collection is designed in a classic black color palette, which has been diluted with white, gray, beige and very slightly red tones. Thanks to a large number of translucent textures, openwork knitting and accent details, monochrome images do not look gloomy at all.
By the way, there are practically no prints in the new collection, at least to the extent that we are used to seeing them from the brand. There is only the classic pinstripe suit, plaid, black and white polka dots and a little leopard lining.
Of all the stylish accessories I would like to highlight bags. The Dolce & Gabbana Fashion House has presented a whole line of knitted models. As for jewelry, gold traditionally remains a priority: multi-tiered chains, massive necklaces, large earrings, headbands with stones and rhinestones.
Shoes are the most diverse. There are rough black boots, graceful lace-up ankle boots, masculine oxfords or feminine shoes, and even cute knitted slippers. Yes, how many surprises high fashion can prepare for us. Moreover, with the light hand of the eminent brand Dolce & Gabbana.