Milano: Spring Summer RTW 2009

Sergio Rossi - front. Sexy very high sandals inspired by the extraordinary landscapes of Africa with its intense colors and unique essence. The ankle is adorned with earth coloured bangles, recalling tribal ornamentation in its most contemporary form.

Sergio Rossi – back. The back of a flat pair of sandals. Strands of gold and silver beads form an ankle strap.

Sergio Rossi/ Monkeybiz. Sergio Rossi has designed two special limited edition pieces with heart shapes, available for Valentine’s, crafted by Monkeybiz artists. This love motif represents a tribute from the heart of fashion world to Monkeybiz mission and art.

Sergio Rossi/Monkeybiz. Sergio Rossi embraces and supports the Monkeybiz mission, a non-profit income-generating bead project, born eight years ago in South Africa from the desire to create employment and empowerment for disadvantaged women. All of the profits from the sales of Monkeybiz artworks are reinvested back into community services including an HIV wellness clinic, weekly soup kitchens, yoga, drama and choir groups, as well as a burial fund for artists and their families. Sergio Rossi believes and supports the non-profit organization by giving part of the proceeds of the above special edition bags and sandals.

Sergio Rossi/Puma. Sergio Rossi and Puma presented a capsule collection of women’s footwear that will debut at Colette in Paris in January 2009. In the foreground WV2726 grey satin covered lace-up pump with white leather sole and high heel. Also available in leather and other colors.

Sergio Rossi. “Blending Italian luxury and sport lifestyle in a contemporary way is a concept we find incredibly exciting at Sergio Rossi and we believe we have found a perfect partner in Puma. Through our levels of Italian craftsmanship and exclusive creativity, we are essentially enabling a modern crossover of traditional luxury clientele with a new breed of fans influenced not only by fashion, but also by sport and design.” said Didier Bonnin, president and CEO of Sergio Rossi about the Puma collaboration.

Sergio Rossi – detail. A detail of Didier Bonnin’s Sergio Rossi lace up shoes with “peacock” detail on the tip.

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Milano: Spring Summer RTW 2009

Hidden Milan. A peak view of Giorgio Armani’s garden on the Via Borgonuovo. Armani has a duplex on the top floors of the palazzo. Pin It

Milano: Spring Summer RTW 2009

Armani. Giorgio Armani and the models dressed for the grand finale.


Armani. Cate Blanchett.

Armani. Giorgio Armani with Cate Blanchett and her family.



Armani. Mariangela Melato.

Armani. Giorgio Armani’s nephew, Andrea Camerana.

Armani. Simona Ventura.



Armani. A few paparazzi await the celebrities.

Armani. Mariagrazia Cucinotta and in the background, Mafalda Von Hessen.


Armani. Gold medalist, Federica Pellegrini seems at ease out of her swimsuit.

Armani – detail. Federica Pellegrini's Armani lilac and black clutch bag.

Armani. Canale 5's anchorwoman, Cristina Parodi is being interviewed by Claudia Abate from Fashion TV. Cristina is wearing a dress by Dondup and black legging, as well as, flat shoes.

Armani – detail. Cristina Parodi’s big crocodile skin and diamond encrusted watch.



Armani. Painter and Jewelry, designer Angela Pintaldi wears a striking coral tiara.

Armani - front. One of the evening gowns from the Giorgio Armani Spring Summer 2009 Collection. The evening gowns sway freely with underskirts in printed organza in subtle tints that capture the delicate airy hues of the first rays of dawn.

Armani. The back of one of the evening gowns

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Milano: Spring Summer RTW 2009

Hidden Milan. A corner of the courtyard of Palazzo Visconti just off the very central San Babila. The eighteenth century palazzo is one of the most elegant examples of Lombard baroque architecture.

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Milano: Spring Summer RTW 2009

Maliparmi. Maliparmi presented its Spring/Summer 2009 Collection in the baroque halls of Palazzo Visconti. The collection is dedicated to Breath or Respiro in Italian and draws inspiration from it to interpret shapes created and moved by air with light materials and a desire to free the mind. The president, Annalisa Paresi sits with Maliparmi’s ambassador, the beautiful actress, Ana Cateriana Morariu.

Maliparmi – detail. Annalisa's bangles where found mostly at flea markets in London.

Maliparmi – the set designer. The set designer, Sergio Colantuoni is the most talented stylist in Milan.

Maliparmi – the set. The entrance and the first two rooms of Palazzo Visconti where filled with darkness and silence. Seemingly inanimate, these rooms contained four mobiles - trunks of wood with six arms; from these hanged the outfits from the Maliparmi Spring Summer 2009 Collection with objects of memory as counterweights. The entire setting was made from natural materials, wood and canvas, a striking contrast to the palace’s pomp and splendor.

Maliparmi – detail. As part of the refreshments, guests were offered these little bundles. Can you guess what’s inside?

Maliparmi – detail. Inside the bundle, fresh luscious figs.

Maliparmi. Maliparmi’s P.R., Francesca Ballini Richards plays “hide and seek” with Maliparmi’s ambassador, the actress, Ana Caterina Morariu.

Maliparmi - detail. Jewelry designer, Francesca Villa, created Francesca’s necklace. Villa makes one of a kind bijoux with original found objects.

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Milano: Spring Summer RTW 2009

MISSONI - THE GRANDE FINALE. As in a kaleidoscope of futuristic aero-paintings, whirlwinds of colors, designs and shapes respond to new rules of perception. Rhythm and speed tell the story of a new beauty in a world that is dynamic, three-dimensional, energetic, vivacious, creating a mood that is contemporary, extravagant and unexpected.

Backstage. Teresa and Angela Missoni.

Backstage. Before the show.

Backstage. Rosita Missoni with her grandaughter, Margherita Maccapani Missoni.

Detail. Rosita is wearing two Venetian glass rings which belonged to her friend and first house model, the late, Gai Pearl Marshall. Former Bluebell Girl, Gai served, as public relations for the Missoni's in London and many will miss her.

Backstage. Bianca is being interviewed by Ludovica Scalzo for World Fashion Television.


Backstage. Star stylist, Marc Lopez designed the hairstyles for the Missoni Spring/Summer 2009 Collection. Seen here with Bianca as he fixes the hair.

Detail. The hair is pulled back, slick and tidy.

Detail. Marc Lopez’s hairbrushes.

Backstage. Angelika is wearing a knit tunic with graphic wave stripes over a cinnamon double linen mini skirt.

Detail. Note the double beige leather belt.

Detail. A pair of next summer shoes.

Backstage. Internationally renowned make-up artist, Charlotte Tilbury with the MAC Pro Team designed the make-up for the Missoni show. She is putting the finishing touches on Sophie’s make-up. “This season the make-up is monochromatic and sculptured and glamorous. The colors are chocolate, beige and gold.” She explained.

Detail. One of the make-up tables.

Backstage. Marco Maccapani, who produced the show and his daughter, Teresa Maccapani Missoni.

Backstage. Skye

Detail. Skye can’t live without her Blackberry, even though it’s very expensive to use especially when you are working in Australia and based in New York.

Backstage. Anna Maria Altamura is the new Missoni worldwide communications and marketing director.


Backstage. Instead of hanging around with the other models, Myf is catching up on her schoolwork. She is wearing a Missoni Home Collection, black and white, toweling robe provided for all the models to wear.


Detail. Myf is working on her schoolwork. She is taking a maths and finance course by correspondence at Brisbane High School.

Note: the very high heels, by Guess.

Rosita Missoni and her brothers Giampiero and Alberto Jelmini.

Detail. The heart shaped chocolate and shortbread cookies.

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