Milan Fashion Week ย 2025 wasย a whirlwind โ celebrity sightings, runway theatrics, and more leather trenches than your autumn wardrobe can handle. But apart from the glitz and glamour, itโs where fashionโs biggest players set the agenda for the season ahead. The collections unveiled here offer a sneak peek into what weโll all be wearing (or dreaming of wearing) in the months to come. With so much to take in, weโve cut through the noise to bring you the standouts. Consider this your cheat sheet to the collections that truly set the tone for Fall/Winter 2025.
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DSquared2
Dsquared2 certainly knows how to throw a party, and its Fall/Winter 2025 show at Milan Fashion Week was no exception. Doechii set the tone right from the start, strutting onto the runway in an โICONโ tee to her own track before breaking into a surprise performance that had the audience all reaching for their phones. The collection leaned into Y2K aesthetics, โThe Matrixโ-esque vibes, and full-blown cowboy chaos, with distressed denim, leather trenches, bedazzled belt buckles, and metallic cowboy boots โ because subtlety has never been part of Dsquared2โs DNA. Supermodel Naomi Campbell closed the show like the legend she is, proving that after 30 years in the game, the Caten twins still know how to keep fashion fun, fearless, and completely over the top.
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Fendi
A 100th anniversary is no small feat, and Fendi made sure to mark the occasion with a collection that truly celebrated its legacy. Silvia Venturini Fendi showcased Italian refinement with sculpted wool coats, diaphanous lace, and, of course, the houseโs signature furs. The accessories were just as legendary, featuring sumptuous reinterpretations of the Peekaboo and the long-awaited return of the Spy Bag โ a nod to the early 2000s. With a runway cast including Mona Tougaard and Irina Shayk, the collection proved that after a century in the game, Fendi remains at the pinnacle of its artistry.
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Diesel
Dieselโs collection was impossible to ignore. Glenn Martens delivered his most subversive vision for the brand yet, pushing Dieselโs signature irreverence into the realm of the surreal. The drop-waist silhouette โ Martensโ latest obsession โ dominated the runway, applied across tailored coats in tweed and houndstooth, as well as trompe-l’ลil printed jersey dresses that played tricks on the eye. Ultra-low-rise jeans made their expected return, alongside Dieselโs distressed denim, now glazed for an almost futuristic sheen. But this is Diesel, so the presentation extended far beyond the clothes. The entire show space was wrapped in graffiti crowdsourced from 8,000 artists worldwide. Models walked with eerie, pupil-less white contact lenses and spray-painted Joker smiles, adding an unsettling element. Among the more bizarre highlights were a flesh-toned knit sweater complete with built-in chest hair and furry dresses that blurred the line between fashion and art.
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Gucci
Gucciโs Fall/Winter 2025 collection felt like a love letter to the houseโs history, integrating decades of archival references while paving the way for whatโs next. Following the departure of Sabato De Sarno, the in-house design team took charge โ presenting a cinematic showcase deeply tied to Gucciโs roots. Oversized faux-fur coats, retro-inspired tailoring, and ladylike bags adorned with gold horsebit details paid homage to the brandโs past, while modern touches โ like scarves draped over baseball caps and crystal-studded monochrome looks โ kept things fresh. The show itself was pure spectacle, with a mirrored ceiling, a GG-logo runway, and a live orchestra conducted by La La Landโs Justin Hurwitz, which heightened the drama. If this collection is any indication, Gucciโs future may still be unwritten, but its influence continues to resonate powerfully.
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Versace
Versace is in its power-dressing era, and Donatella is making sure we know it. This season, the house dialled up the drama with razor-sharp tailoring, liquid metal chainmail, and quilted outerwear straight from the Versace Home collection. It was all about strength โ corseted silhouettes, thigh-high slits, and imposing, sculptural shoulders. Pops of crimson and cobalt disrupted a sea of black, while signature baroque prints and Medusa motifs grounded the collection in pure Versace excess. One message was unmistakable: wearing Versace this fall is a declaration of power.
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Blumarine
Under David Komaโs new creative direction, Blumarine takes a cinematic turn for Fall/Winter 2025. Gone are the candy-coloured butterflies of the past โ this season, the femme fatale asserts authority. The collection is draped in gothic romance, where sheer chiffons and corseted silhouettes meet razor-sharp precision-cut lines and metal hardware. The thistle, a motif symbolising both beauty and strength, threads its way through crystal-studded denim and silver ornaments. Black, white, and deep crimson dominate the palette, while architectural coats, sheer dresses, and leather detailing craft a narrative of seduction. Komaโs Blumarine is about the kind of woman who knows exactly what she wants.
Catherine Pun
A Hong Kong native with Filipino-Chinese roots, Catherine infuses every part of her life with zest, whether sheโs belting out karaoke tunes or exploring off-the-beaten-path destinations. Her downtime often includes unwinding with Netflix and indulging in a 10-step skincare routine. As the Editorial Director of Friday Club., Catherine brings her wealth of experience from major publishing houses, where she refined her craft and even authored a book. Her sharp editorial insight makes her a dynamic force, always on the lookout for the next compelling narrative.
