I've Spent the Past Week in Milan—These 8 Trends Are Going to Be Big


Ciao, friends! For the past five days I have been immersed in the world of Italian fashion, seeing the spring/summer 2025 collections up close and personal from the runways, showrooms and appointments of Milan Fashion Week. Craftsmanship and glamour are always top of the agenda here at the style capital—I never tire of seeing really beautifully made clothes, bags and shoes, and no other fashion hub does quiet luxury quite like the Italians. Many of us view this movement as an ongoing trend but the reality is that quiet luxury has long been the cornerstone of Italian style. Glance at any of the locals who are not going to the shows and it’s plain to see: they invest in high-quality goods that are classic and made to last. People accessorise and add personality to these elevated basics but this will forever be a city full of chic, pulled-together outfits that simply don’t date.

Some labels stand head and shoulders above the rest, having been purveyors of this kind of luxury for decades: Max Mara’s clean lines and even cleaner palette, Tod’s sophisticated workwear and Loro Piana’s impeccable tailoring and knitwear set the blueprint for what a wardrobe with longevity looks like.