Milan Fashion Week highlights: 5 trends shaping the season

Nothing commands attention quite like scarlet red. The colour of power and passion is an ultimate confidence boost—whether it’s a sleek touch in workwear or a head-to-toe statement after dark. And if Milan’s runways are anything to go by, this shade isn’t going anywhere—except straight into your wardrobe. Ferragamo and Blumarine turned up the heat with scarlet red dresses adorned with feathers and fringes, while Diesel took it to the edge with its signature untamed energy.

Autumn-winter 2025/2026 is all about the mob wife aesthetic—a style inspired by the glamorous yet fierce wives of mafia figures, known for their bold, high-end fashion and commanding presence—and nothing nails the look quite like faux fur, which dominated the catwalks. Ferrari went bold with oversized coats while Prada brought a touch of nostalgia with plush faux fur collars and sleeve details on glossy outerwear.
 
 

Love it or loathe it, some iconic 2010s shapes are making a comeback, and leading the charge is the peplum silhouette. Once a red carpet favourite, the peplum faded from the spotlight—until now. With its signature flared waistline, it’s back with a 2025 twist, featuring a more relaxed fit at Bally and layered designs at Sunnei, proving it’s better than ever for adding structure and flair to your everyday style

We’re stepping into an era of 1960s-style nostalgia and no one does it quite like the Italian powerhouses Gucci and Prada. These icons have revived the era with rich textures, bold colours and clean silhouettes that take us straight back to the Mod scene. Their collections channel the era’s edgy elegance with a new energy that feels entirely of today.

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