Tag: fashion-show
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Fabrics and textures key in Bottega Veneta and Blumarine Milan shows
By Giulia Segreti MILAN (Reuters) – Fabrics and textures took center stage in the catwalk shows of Bottega Veneta and Blumarine on Saturday, in the fourth day of Milan's fashion week. Bottega Veneta, part of the Kering group, celebrated its 50th anniversary showcasing a combined men's and women's spring/summer 17 collection. Bottega Veneta also brought…
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Plus-size fashion show scores big in Japan
By Kwiyeon Ha TOKYO (Reuters) – Japanese pop girl group Pottya, who describe themselves as “chubby”, performed their hits while eleven plus size amateur models strutted along the catwalk at a new men's fashion show in Tokyo aimed at breaking down obesity taboos. The Tokyo Pochari (plump) Collection, jointly organized by a plus-size clothing brand…
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Philipp Plein to move shows to New York
He is one of Europe's best-known fashion designers, but Philipp Plein has announced he is moving his fashion shows to New York.
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Fairytale and army-inspired looks open Milan fashion week
By Giulia Segreti MILAN (Reuters) – A kaleidoscopic fairytale by Gucci and Fay's military-inspired looks opened Milan's womenswear fashion show on Wednesday with a display of clothing and accessories for spring and summer 2017. For the next six days the Italian capital of fashion will be the setting for runway shows, art exhibitions, boutique openings…
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Ricostru: the latest label with the backing of Giorgio Armani
Giorgio Armani has unveiled Ricostru as the latest up-and-coming fashion talent to receive his support this Milan Women's Fashion Week. The Italian designer will host the Ricostru fashion show at his Armani/Teatro space in the city during the event, providing the label with an international platform from which to showcase its Autumn/Winter 2016 collection.
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Colombian designer makes fashion business bulletproof
By Luis Jaime Acosta BOGOTA (Reuters) – Miguel Caballero's designs are not just chic, they could save your life. The Colombian fashion designer, who makes lightweight, bulletproof clothing for dignitaries including the King of Jordan, says he has a 'survivors club' of 20 customers who owe their lives to wearing his garments. “My greatest satisfaction…
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Armani seeks to entice fashionistas in ‘key market’ Russia
Renowned Italian designer Giorgio Armani sought to entice Moscow fashionistas with his latest creations on a visit to Russia amid weaker demand globally for luxury goods. In his first visit to Moscow since 2009, the 81-year old fashion veteran presented and signed copies of his autobiography as well as hosted a catwalk show of his…
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Raf Simons to show special collection at Pitti Uomo
Raf Simons is set to take the center stage in Florence, Italy this summer, showing his Spring/Summer 2017 collection at the city's Pitti Uomo menswear fashion event as part of a special collaboration. Titled “Florence Calling: Raf Simons,” the show celebrates the designer's return to Florence on the occasion of Pitti Immagine Uomo 90. “Florence…
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Fendi to mark 90th birthday with ‘haute fourrure’ fashion show
Fendi is celebrating its 90th anniversary with a “haute fourrure” fashion show in Rome. Almost a century later the house, now under the creative direction of Karl Lagerfeld, retains an entire internal studio dedicated to working with the controversial material. “An haute fourrure show in Rome is the best way to celebrate the 90th anniversary…