Milan Spring 2020 Inspirations

“I’m obsessed with Killing Eve. Everyone loves a thriller but this one puts women center stage (the enthusiastic assassin Villanelle, the MI5 Operative Eve and her boss are all played by women). I wasn’t surprised when its writer, woman-of-the-moment Phoebe Waller Bridge was hired to polish the script of the new Bond movie, due to premier in spring 2020. I started to think about the wardrobe for a spy thriller that has yet to be made; a spy thriller where the action adventuress is an intelligent and glamorous woman. More Modesty Blaise than Bond.” – Ian Griffiths, creative director of Max Mara

Milan Spring 2020 Inspirations

ÒAn encounter between two sister islands, Sardinia and Japan, linked by a fil rouge. Connected by love for tradition, weaving, the applied art and the magical legends. An encounter, a tale, a story, a show.Ó Ð Antonio Marras

Milan Spring 2020 Inspirations

“Sailing, a new sense of freedom, movement and comfort which comes from the see. Key message: to feel free and positive with body and mind. The keywords defying the attitude of this new feeling are lightness, fluidity, transparency, movement and femininity. The concept is interpreted through the clear contrasts of the tailoring, the delicacy of the blouses and dresses with soft colored prints, like faded or bleached by the sun.” – Grazia Malagoli, fashion director of Sportmax

Milan Spring 2020 Inspirations

ÒThe new 1910 Borbonese woman is an ÔarborealÕ figure, on high heels, with a sun-reflecting screen around her neck to grasp even the weakest ray of light, extreme flashes making her look even taller, swimsuits and succinct frocks showing her better self, metallic sunglasses protecting the eyes. Wild and inflexible, sheÕs wrapped up in a trench coat and she wears a bathrobe as a an overcoat.Ó Ð co-designer Dorian Tarantini

ÒA woman who loves suede, printed with hyper realistic cactus and leaf motifs on double-breasted suits. Dramatic blouses, strong dresses. Her wardrobe is full of surprises, spanning traditional overcoats to new accessories and t-shirts emblazoned with the Borbonese logo recalling a Hollywood sign. The color palette of black, white, metallic nuances, cactus green and beige convey the message with sharp precision.Ó Ð co-designer Matteo Mena.

Milan Spring 2020 Inspirations

ÒHavana, Cuba is a focus for the inspiration. The colorful street art and colonial architecture, the cheerfulness of those who devote themselves to the music and the buildings made of reused tiles and concrete. I incorporated the Cuban culture and the atmosphere of the unusual blend of past and present, which has taken root in the land and history into the Anteprima spring 2020 collection. The collection delivers the merging of diverse cultures, creating an eclectic mix of unique identities and styles. As Ernest Hemingway said: ÔNo one you love is ever truly lost,Õ or ÔDare to dream. Live on purposeÕ.ÓÊÐ Izumi Ogino, creative director of Anteprima

Milan Spring 2020 Inspirations

ÒThis season I found myself looking at the Sara Battaglia woman through a ÔYayoi Kusama lens,Õ where my ideals of beauty and sophistication are combined with the Japanese artistÕs sense of chaos and fun. Polka dots in blue, green and pink adorn clothes and accessories and keep the mood fresh, bright, ironic and iconic.Ó Ð Sara Battaglia

Milan Spring 2020 Inspirations

ÒThe spring collection pays homage to my grandmother. A romantic archivist of textiles and collector of traditional ceramics who [was] born in Transylvania, escaped from the war and then moved to Austria, maintaining a sentimental vision of her homeland throughout all her life. The collection is a consideration about a European woman who has seen and lived worlds that now belong to modern history. The poetics of memory softens the female figure in my universe, adding new details and facets.Ó – Arthur Arbesser

Milan Spring 2020 Inspirations

ÒThe Fila spring 2020 [collection] is about connecting functional utility nautical/sailing elements with contemporary fashion and the spirit of a summer lifestyle,Ó – Antonino Ingrasciotta, co-creative director of Fila besides Josef Graesel

Milan Spring 2020 Inspirations

“Behind unmarked doors at private social clubs is a woman who is ready to let her hair down and be her glamorous self,” said Gilda Ambrosio, co-designer of The Attico. “This collection is about the working woman who leaves the office after hours to free her mind, to a place where no one knows her and she can put on a mesmerizing performance,” added Giorgia Tordini, co-designer of The Attico.

Milan Spring 2020 Inspirations

“Behind unmarked doors at private social clubs is a woman who is ready to let her hair down and be her glamorous self,” said Gilda Ambrosio, co-designer of The Attico. “This collection is about the working woman who leaves the office after hours to free her mind, to a place where no one knows her and she can put on a mesmerizing performance,” added Giorgia Tordini, co-designer of The Attico.

Milan Spring 2020 Inspirations

ÒA hotel room. The spontaneity of a womanÕs candid shot, with her hair and body wrapped in a bathrobe after the shower. These are the moments getting ready before going out. Natural femininity and a desire to have fun on her face. The clothes are like frames from the holiday, a story of its different moments, the different experiences.Ó Ð Nicola Brognano, designer and co-founder of Brognano

Milan Spring 2020 Inspirations

“While developing this collection I kept on dreaming about a ’boutique of wonders’ filled with treasures and souvenirs from all over the world. A cabinet of curiosities in which the Casadei woman can find all her favorites in a mix and match reflecting the diversity of today’s women.” – Cesare Casadei, creative director

Milan Spring 2020 Inspirations

“We always thought about creating Cividini t-shirts, but we have never found the right interpretation in sync with our history and image. With the Cividini Wow project, an expression borrowed by the youthÕs language that has become mainstream, we solved the complicated issue, taking free inspiration from contemporary painters for the graphics, hand-painted by our artisans and artist. Two of CividiniÕs pillars: craftsmanship and modernity along with a Made in Italy quality.” – Piero Cividini, founder of Cividini

Milan Spring 2020 Inspirations

ÒI imagined dressing a woman that has no limits in her own feminine perception, who wears outfits with a unique style and of high quality. An idea of luxury recalling the infinity of the sea and the elegance of a splendid yacht.Ó Ð Elisabetta Franchi

Milan Spring 2020 Inspirations

ÒThe new Fabiana Filippi collection takes us on a summer stroll amid nature, catching the eye and engaging the senses through painterly influences.Ó Ð Mario Filippi, co-chief executive officer of Fabiana Filippi

Milan Spring 2020 Inspirations

ÊÒThis is going to be our Þrst spring collection under the new style. We have already decided that MSM is timeless, ageless and effortless. Three word we have heard over and over again in fashion. It might be our mantra, at the same time as we are digging deeper in our archives for this season. Mila Schšn always did it her way and trusted her instincts. That’s what I believe in and will move forward with. The inspiration is taken from a couple of wonderful drawings from the Sixties. The colors are what feels right for next spring. Colonial and ivory together with jewel tones of emerald and amethyst. Graphic communication in a logo found on a Seventies belt. Love it!ÊSilhouettes are straight forward with dresses as the main focus. Both for day and evening. Easy coats and jackets in featherlight cashmere with the same idea in Þne sweaters. A slow builded wardrobe and style. We love Mila!Ó – Gunn Johansson, creative director of Mila Schšn

Milan Spring 2020 Inspirations

ÒI created my own Manga girls and I explored a careful balance of suspense and humor, creating a Kawaii experience and atmosphere with a tropical twist.Ó Ð Giuliano Calza, creative director of GCDS

Milan Spring 2020 Inspirations

ÒKindness is the highest form of elegance.Ó – Anna Molinari, creative director of Blumarine

Milan Spring 2020 Inspirations

ÒThe spring 2020 collection is inspired by Argentina. Natural fabrics, linen ramie, cotton gauze and woven raffia. Silhouettes are inspired by the gaucho clothing, in a play between asymmetrical and body-hugging shapes. The color palette is dominated by natural nuances and vibrant touches of white, lime green and orange.Ó Ð Sara Cavazza Franchini, creative director of Genny

Milan Spring 2020 Inspirations

ÒTravel: the rootÕs memory, Greece, the carefree settings of a pool party and a yachtÕs cruiseÉ An excursion among the temples wearing lace safari jackets, protected by a straw hat embellished with the muzzle of a beloved cat; a party with friends during the summer, delicate geometrical prints with a vintage feel in watery and sunny shades; and eventually the comfort of a boyfriend jacket if ever your luggage gets lost during the tripÉÓ Ð Vivetta Ponti, designer of Vivetta

Milan Spring 2020 Inspirations

“Lumen print is a solar frame, an image created on sensitive paper exposed to sun light. The result is an abstract and poetic imprint of the world, with an almost pictorial plot, in which the variables of light and exposure time determine a process of uncontrollable transformations. The Gabriele Colangelo spring 2020 collection generates from these same visual suggestions.” Ð Gabriele Colangelo

Milan Spring 2020 Inspirations

“Elegant and feminine, the new spring 2020 collection features couture details. From satin bows to crystal flower embellishments, the shoe returns to be the real protagonist of the outfit.” Ð Giuseppe Zanotti

Milan Spring 2020 Inspirations

“Underwater love with the Iceberg sorbet mermaids clash with patchwork princess London and Milan in harmony: beautiful and liquidÓÊÐ James Long, creative director of Iceberg

Milan Spring 2020 Inspirations

ÒThe Biagiotti Ôforever wardrobeÕ is poised to add effortless beauty and enlightening energy to daily challenges along with a bit of mystical enchantment. The iconic Bambola dress comes in new versions inspired by the ÔMilano RenaissanceÕ.Ó Ð Lavinia Biagiotti, president and chief executive office of Laura Biagiotti

Milan Spring 2020 Inspirations

ÒI am inspired from seeing natural beauty in the world. The various cultures and people and traditions are the foundation for all beauty and they are primarily expressed in my designs.Ó – Betsy Gonzalez, founder and creative director of Mia Becar

Milan Spring 2020 Inspirations

ÒMSGMÕs 10th anniversary show: not a retrospective nor a Ôgreatest hitsÕ compilation.
Pure MSGM energy – not a celebratory show, but a show for celebrating.Ó – Massimo Giorgetti, creative director of MSGM

Milan Spring 2020 Inspirations

ÒWhile imagining and then designing each collection, I focus on understanding the impression that our current clients want to telegraph. Elegance and sexiness always, strength and determination increasingly more often. The mix of these four elements drives my thoughts in my creative approach and I think they are conveyed at their best in the Floral Fancy lineup.Ó Ð Edoardo Caovilla, creative director and chief operating officer of RenŽ Caovilla

Milan Spring 2020 Inspirations

ÒIÕm proud of the work Aba Repossi, our womenÕs wear design director and her team did for spring 2020. We developed new jackets using patterns from our archive ([spanning] almost 200 years) modernizing our iconic Buffalo Check that we invented in 1850. One of my favorite jackets is a new iconic summer version of our original parka that is the perfect Woolrich shell for the summer climate with a sophisticated feminine fit. ÊWe also developed the Charlotte coat for summer drivers, wind and water resistant and perfect for travelling. As usual our archives are our inspiration and the performing side is the driving mantra of our outdoor DNA.Ó – Andrea Can, creative director of Woolrich