In the marathon that is fashion month, Milan Fashion Week can often be dismissed as the water break between London’s lineup of indie darlings and Paris’s grand finale. In reality, though, with Gucci, Prada, Fendi, and Bottega Veneta finding themselves at the top of the fashion food chain these days, the Italian fashion capital has never been so influential.
Last season, Milan’s schedule gave rise to some of the year’s biggest trends and must-have pieces, from a goth-grunge comeback à la Prada to pouch bags and braided sandals via Bottega Veneta (thanks Daniel Lee!). And now that many attendees, at least those of the influencer variety, find themselves dressed by local brands, street style and runway trends have never been so in sync.
With that, fans of street style can expect to see looks that actually reflect the shows on the calendar: ‘70s-inspired getups outside of Fendi, maximal accessories and sartorial combinations for Gucci, and plenty of neutrals at Bottega Veneta. And the greatest part of all? The whole lot of it — XXL handbags, GG-embossed tights, grandpa-inspired cardigans and more — can be found right here in Milan.
Click ahead for all the best looks from Milan Fashion Week.
We can’t believe this stick-of-butter skirt isn’t already taking up space in our spring wardrobes. Photographed by Seleen Saleh.From the airplane to the runway, this burnt orange lounge set is perfect for any fashion month occasion.
Alyssa Coscarelli wearing a Simon Miller set.Photographed by Seleen Saleh.
Socks and platforms are just one of the ’70s-inspired combinations that we saw in and out of Gucci’s fall ’20 show.
Wearing Gucci socks. Photographed by Seleen Saleh.
Garage Magazine’s fashion director Gabriella Karefa-Johnson took a cue from Brad Pitt with this stylish take on the nametag top.
Who knew raincoats could look this chic?We can’t help but dream up a caramel-covered ice cream sundae when we see this cream and cognac color combination.
Wearing a Chanel bag. Photographed by Seleen Saleh.
This coat is an absolute gem. Photographed by Seleen Saleh.In a sea of color, this all-black look stands out in the most fashion way possible. Photographed by Seleen Saleh.From the feather sleeves to the GG socks, there’s nothing we don’t want to copy off of this look on Teen Vogue editor-in-chief Lindsay Peoples Wagner.
Lindsay Peoples Wagner wearing Loewe sunglasses, a Sleeper top, a Bottega Veneta handbag, and Gucci socks. Photographed by Seleen Saleh.
Fashion girls travel in pairs, don’t you know?Photographed by Seleen Saleh.Spotted: The very best of cow print in Milan.Photographed by Seleen Saleh.Who else is excited about the return of the big belt?
Wearing a Dior Saddle bag.Photographed by Seleen Saleh.
This coat is ideal for cat naps in-between shows. Photographed by Seleen Saleh.The subtle metallic sheen on this showgoer’s skirt has us green with envy. Photographed by Seleen Saleh.This is the 2020 way to do squiggle piping.
Wearing Bottega Veneta sandals.Photographed by Seleen Saleh.
Seashell jewelry? As if! We’re opting for shell-printed leisure sets instead this season.
Wearing Miu Miu sneakers.Photographed by Seleen Saleh.
These two showgoers are a shining ray of light in Milan after London’s gloomy weather. Photographed by Seleen Saleh.Who would’ve thought that slime green and lilac were such a match made in heaven?
Wearing a Saks Potts coat and a Ganni dress. Photographed by Seleen Saleh.
Fact: for every cognac-colored leather trench, you need an equally as smooth cardigan to match. Photographed by Seleen Saleh.Break up monochrome this season with an over-the-shirt bra top.
Wearing Bottega Veneta sandals.Photographed by Seleen Saleh.
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