MILAN — Giorgio Armani created a cozy salon setting for fashion enthusiasts on Sunday, offering an up-close experience of his latest runway collection from his celebrated brand, which has marked 50 years of timeless elegance. The showcase was a vibrant display of varied textures and craftsmanship distinctive of Armani’s style.
**Notable Appearances**
The event drew notable figures like actress Lily James, ballet dancer Maria Bogdanovich, and model Ana Beatriz Barros. Guests were seated on curved sofas for the intimate back-to-back presentations. Among Armani’s special invitees was Italian senator-for-life Liliana Segre, a Holocaust survivor, joined by other significant personalities from Milan’s cultural scene.
**Introducing the ‘Roots’ Collection**
The collection, named “Roots,” for fall-winter 2025-26, kicked off with a rich display of sensory materials. A lush faux fur wrap framed the face, accented by silken trousers that shimmered under the light, paired with a leather-trimmed tweed jacket that seamlessly tied the ensemble together.
Shoes for the collection predominantly consisted of sturdy flat booties, either adorned with striking leather accents or subtly draped in velvet folds, embodying the season’s spirit.
**Synchronization of Styles**
Armani’s ensembles were defined by a blend of soothing neutral tones, marrying contrasting textures in perfect harmony. Trousers, styled either in a loosely pleated fashion at the front or resembling jodhpurs, reflected the designer’s Eastern influences. Jackets featured either intricate jacquard patterns or delicate quilted designs.
The evening wear captivated with its ethereal, sometimes sheer fabrics adorned with beadwork, creating patterns reminiscent of natural geodes. Sculpted bodices added an element of couture flair, subtly standing away from the body.
“For Giorgio Armani, each collection revisits his foundational inspirations, reaffirming an authentic style that evolves from within while remaining closely connected to reality,” revealed the notes accompanying the show.
**A Concluding Gesture**
At 90 years old, Armani took his customary final bow, accompanied by two models exuding sparkling elegance. In tradition, his show concluded the major events of Milan Fashion Week, as the audience prepared to transition to Paris for the next series of womenswear fashion showcases.
