Milan Fashion Week hits the catwalks despite cautious approach

The Argentine designer, previously at Loewe, was named creative director of the outrageous, pop-influenced brand last month after his predecessor David René died after just 10 days on the job.

The Gucci veteran, who died in November, was brought in when Jeremy Scott stepped down after a decade at the helm.

Founded by Franco Moschino, the label is known for playful, quirky creations, often emblazoned with slogans like “Work Without Guilt” or “Good Taste Don't Exist” — or riffs on iconic consumer brands from McDonald's to Barbie. goes.

Walter Chiapponi at Blumarine and Matteo Tamburini at Tod's are also expected to debut collections. Chiapponi had been artistic director at Tod's since 2019, and when he left he was replaced by Tamburini, who was most recently head of ready-to-wear at Bottega Veneta.

For many fans of Milan Fashion Week in Asia, Tuesday night's launch events included the debut of Japanese rock star Yoshiki Hayashi's label, Maison Yoshiki.

The 58-year-old artist, who has put her name on energy drinks, kimonos and even an adorable Hello Kitty twin, Yoshikitty, described her new line as a “feminine but genderless collection, flamboyant with a rebellious touch.” Has been described.

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