Exploring the Trendy Highlights of Milan Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2024

Milan Fashion Week for Fall/Winter 2024 has kicked off with vibrancy, as it seems that most brands have opted for a safe route this time around, showcasing easily sellable items and familiar outfit combinations they know will be effective.

Summary:

• Leather Reigns Supreme
• Ladylike Returns
• Olive Green
• Animal Prints
• Blue Shirts
• Scarves and Capes
• Double-Breasted Blazers
• Cardigans
• Furry Attire
• Belly Bands
• Bodysuits

The question arises: is there anything new? Classic pieces like blue shirts and scarves are making a comeback, accessories made of satin, belts becoming cool, and let’s not forget the grandpa-style cardigans that are about to enter our wardrobes. Join us as we explore the promising trends from this season’s runway!

Leather Reigns Supreme Maxi coats, dresses, pants, wingspan jackets, cuissardes, handbags… all crafted from leather and a glossy finish resembling vinyl. Gucci has created a “total leather” look with cabans paired with short skirts and tall boots; Marni opts for the harmony of triangle-shaped long dresses accompanied by elegant opera gloves, while Ferrari introduces wrinkled effects and workwear silhouettes.

A standout item bringing innovation and adding sophisticated touches to every outfit is the leather jacket, presented alongside other designs from Dolce&Gabbana, Bottega Veneta, and Iceberg.

Ladylike Returns Emerging in the 1960s-70s, the Ladylike style is a perfect model for those pursuing an elegant, aristocratic look. Graceful women stride on the runway in custom-designed vests, flared dresses, fitted vests, along with luxurious details like high heels and fur. The true masters in modernizing the ladylike style are Prada. Modernizing past silhouettes, the fashion house has unveiled items like twin sets, simple vests with 1950s-style dresses, bonton dresses adorned with bows and fur trim, along with pointed-toe satin-covered shoes. It’s more than just a collection; it sets the entire mood for your source of inspiration.

Olive Green “Leading from the front,” although olive green was seen somewhere in the dominant color palette on the SS24 runway, it seems that the favoritism towards this green hue continues, making our fall-winter season potentially saturated with green. Dresses, long coats, boots, knitwear—any item in this color is ready to become a wardrobe essential for enthusiasts. Just look at the collections of Gucci, Fendi, Alberta Ferretti, or Ferragamo, and you’ll understand. Besides black, brown, red, gray,… olive green will be a fresh choice for you.

Animal Prints Occasionally, someone will try to “hide” animal prints, hastily labeling them as flashy or outdated before quietly burying them in the dusty closet. The truth is, animal print patterns mimicking the fur of cheetahs, zebras, and other beautiful animals never go out of style and can evoke different moods depending on the style. Dolce&Gabbana, Versace, Marni, Blumarine, and N.21 have interpreted them differently, but all are worth considering and reviving in our “daily outfits” list.

Blue Shirts With cotton material, masculine cuts, and shades of blue, smooth or subtly striped, this is an item to add to your next shopping list. Whether it’s the influence of the Office Siren style or designers simply recognizing it as a versatile piece for everyday wear, the blue shirt has made a curious comeback in the fashion world. How to wear them? A nice pair of jeans is enough, but if you want inspiration from the FW24 runway, see how Tod’s pairs it with specially designed pants, Bally with leather skirts, and Moschino with shorts.

Scarves and Capes The act of wearing a scarf or cape always exudes a bit of old-school Hollywood charm, making us feel elegant, confident, and stylish. Moreover, it keeps you warm—a detail not to be overlooked on chilly days. Take inspiration from the collections of Tod’s, Bottega Veneta, Moschino, Fendi, and Del Core.

Double-Breasted Blazers The outer coats favored by brands for FW24 are military-style coats, redesigned in each fashion house’s unique style but always featuring double-breasted button closures and sleek silhouettes. They can appear serious at Tom Ford, sensual when worn over lingerie at Dolce&Gabbana, more modern on Gucci’s runway, and classic like Max Mara.

Cardigans Thanks to Grandpa Core, knitted cardigans, warm and cozy, have made a comeback and can be paired with everything from short dresses to leather pants. Prada offers mismatched color twin sets, Gucci opts for unbuttoned and vibrant cardigans, while Iceberg likes striped designs that look very grunge.

Furry Attire FW24 fur items look quite bulky, cumbersome, and almost primitive. Preferred colors are black, brown with various shades, or vibrant animal print patterns. It conveys a cool, Mob Wife style or the revival of our “wild side.”

Belly Bands Not exactly a corset or a belt, Fendi, Sportmax, and Max Mara introduce a type of belly band made of fabric that hugs the model’s waist, accentuating the body shape and adding a focal point to the look. The bands can be worn with anything: coats, jackets, knitwear, ton sur ton, or in contrasting colors with the rest of the outfit.

Bodysuits Not quite replacing T-shirts and tank tops entirely, bodysuits have made their way into the Fall/Winter trend race. At Versace, this item is worn as an outerwear, revealing a small part of bare skin, while at Fendi, models wear it like an unbuttoned shirt paired with skirts and leather pants. An interesting styling idea or a decisive solution to show off a bodysuit without discomfort?