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Redefining Glamour

Writer's picture: Annita Apostolidou PlatisAnnita Apostolidou Platis
Oct 6, 2024

Dolce & Gabbana's Tribute to Timeless Femininity at Milan Fashion Week

article by Annita Apostolidou Platis


"As a multidisciplinary artist with a background in painting, exhibition essaying, and design, I offer a unique perspective on the intersections of art and fashion. With extensive experience in haute couture and jewelry design, my artistic journey enriches my view of fashion's evolving canvas.

 

I remain deeply connected to Milan, having lived there during my fashion studies. Reflecting on the shows, I was particularly captivated by the Dolce & Gabbana Spring/Summer 2025 collection at Milan Fashion Week.

 

Set against the backdrop of Milan's historic Metropol Theatre, Dolce & Gabbana's "Italian Beauty" collection was not just a fashion show; it was a cinematic homage to the golden age of Italian glamour. The grandeur of the venue, complete with a dramatic staircase and expansive mirrors, set the stage for a collection that perfectly married classic allure with modern femininity.

 

Embracing a theme of empowered femininity, Dolce & Gabbana masterfully blended vintage influences with avant-garde designs. The collection revisited and revitalized retro aesthetics, featuring high-heeled ballerinas and pin-up inspirations making a striking comeback. The reimagined 1950s bra, paired with translucent materials, sculpted a bold yet elegant silhouette that highlights the brand’s signature blend of seduction and sophistication.

 

Floral motifs and striped suits presented a fluid interplay of androgyny and femininity. Details such as satin transparency and black ribbon head accessories further accentuated the theme of retro revival. Each model's uniform blonde curly wig focused attention squarely on the craftsmanship of each piece, emphasizing Dolce & Gabbana’s meticulous attention to detail.

 

Significantly, the show's atmosphere was charged with an aura reminiscent of Madonna—an icon known for her revolutionary impact on music and fashion. The music, deeply influenced by her iconic imagery and style, contributed to the strong, provocative ambiance that Dolce & Gabbana is renowned for.

 

Dolce & Gabbana's latest collection is more than just a lineup of next season's trends; it's a statement on the lasting power of femininity in all its forms—past, present, and future. As Milan continues to be a cornerstone of global fashion, this show reaffirmed why the city, and Dolce & Gabbana specifically, remain at the forefront of the haute couture world."

 

Annita Apostolidou Platis

Visual Artist

Painter | Exhibition Essayist | Curator | Fashion and Jewelry Designer | Interior Designer | Poet and Writer



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