MILAN FASHION WEEK

COLOR BLOCKING 2.0

Fausto Puglisi changed the game on everything we thought we knew about color blocking. His designs opened MFW with bursts of bright colors arranged in triangular patterns. Accents of black leather and bejeweled studs gave a distinct edge to these eccentric, mostly short-hemmed garments. Safe to say, Fausto Puglisi’s conception of color blocking is anything but boring.

PALE PINK

Pastels were apparent on and off the runway in Milan, but one shade stood out more than the rest. Not only was this color featured in shows like Gucci, but also in an overwhelming amount of looks on the street. Street style this week was all about the pale pink overcoat. Similar to the statement coat we saw at NYFW, only now, in addition to bold prints, solid pink pastel is the next piece we should all check off of our spring wish lists.

Designer Spotlight:

GUCCI

This season the iconic Italian designer produced an astonishing collection of mod-inspired ensembles, including sharply-lined pastel suits, and dresses with leather and fur accents. Almost each fabulous piece was teamed with smart eyewear, giving the emblematic line the feel of a major 60’s revival, which we obviously love. There was buzz about Gucci toning down their "signature sex appeal,” but maybe we don't mind that so much. It seems Frida Giannini effortlessly found a way to embody the idyllic wardrobe for any fashion-savvy PR girl; sophisticated, yet entirely glamorous.