The Milano Men’s Wear (Moda Uomo) for Autumn/Winter was on display a few weeks ago.

Dolce Gabbana created a ‘nostalgia’ collection to help overcome the gloom that has gripped the nation. Italy has been through severe financial difficulties of late and was beset by a number of national strikes. Milan’s fashion barons are conflicted; having to face up to glum reality. Stefano Gabbana announced that the ‘nostalgia’ collection could give people something to dream of during such turbulent times. That being said, most of Italy’s biggest fashion businesses are partially protected from the fiscal misery which surrounds them. On day 1 Pavarotti was played in the background as models wearing Sicilian winter capes, grey suits inlaid with baroque gold appliqué strolled down the La Scala style catwalk. Long-johns made of cashmere were also an interesting feature that raised a few eyebrows.

The finale was exciting, models took to the stage in their entirety wearing opera-ready evening wear.

This grey jacket inlaid with gold appliqué is teamed up with a matching waistcoat and trousers. This Romeo is in search of his Juliette. The baroque styled embroidery exudes Tuscanite romanticism. Us girlies could all see ourselves getting romantic with this chiseled face Romeo! The ensemble is stylish with enough machismo to fill an Italian Parliament. Fashion Thirst wants the outfit and the model!  Who should we get in touch with?

The oversized grey jacket with black fur lapels goes perfectly with the grey pinstripe trousers. The baroque details is what makes it stand out. From Russia with Luurve.

The grey cashmere scarf teamed up with the traditional burgundy suede jacket is very Albert Camus – ‘l’etranger’. The embroidery gives the outfit enough flair and panache to get through the stylish winding streets of Milan. What a great show. We want more……..

Article written by Monica Cummings, BA. Hons, MA. Chief Editor at Fashion Thirst