February 26, 2023 |
The Ultimate Illusion was simple; a multifaceted MSGM collection from Massimo Giorgetti, who taught us a lesson in minimalistic opulence. With show notes like automatic writing, it was a collection constructed without references. Instead it looked ahead, and at the present as it seeps into its unknown future.
First out, came 10 jet black ensembles; boxy blazers sat atop second skin leggings, dresses – spliced, ribbed, knotted and tied together with bows – emerged and languid silk maxi gowns slinked through the atrium with feline affectation. Silhouette became the focus, as opposed to Giorgetti’s usual repertoire of vivacious sweatered energy. A generous slathering of faux fur and billowing clouds of bouclé wool in the form of overcoats and oversized sweaters followed, fraternising with transparent, ribbed, mock–neck knits that paired perfectly with seductive mini skirts and cargos.
The rest of the offering came in an eye-popping palette of acid hues and show-stopping colour blocking intermixed with chromatic and iridescent accents. Metallic brocade bonded with a structured mini dress and precise tailoring offered the occasional pop of animal print. Milan served as the birthplace of this modern, stripped down MSGM.
Photography courtesy of MSGM.
