London Fashion Weekmay have only recently ended, but the industry has already shifted to Milan, where the Spring/Summer 2026 fashion shows are currently taking place. Known as the most dazzling and luxurious of the ‘big four’ fashion capitals, the Italian capital is full of excitement at the moment; the calendar filled with numerous high-profile shows, exciting presentations, and extremely exclusive evening events—plus a few highly awaited designer launches as well.
Luckily, the Marie ClaireThe fashion team is present, delivering all the memorable moments, style trends, celebrity appearances, and discussion topics from the season. Don’t forget to return each day for your Fashion Week update.
Milan Fashion Week Spring Summer 2026: Key Moments from Day Three
Cavalli’s ‘Gold Obsession’
Fausto Puglisi’s newest collection for Roberto Cavalli was truly overflowing with gold—and we wouldn’t expect anything less from a brand that is so deeply committed to dazzling glamour. The popular metallic finish appeared on everything from denim and velvet devoré pants to lamé gowns, swimwear, and sunglasses, along with a generous amount of Cavalli’s iconic snake pattern. As the show notes beautifully stated: “Selecting gold isn’t just about choosing a color, but adopting an aesthetic vision: luxurious, daring, and modern, much like the women who have always worn Cavalli.” And it’s certain that they will fall in love with each amazingly shiny, golden piece.
Moschino Elevates ‘Arte Povera’
You can always count on Moschino to add a touch of playful humor to Fashion Week, breaking the serious mood. However, Adrian Appiolaza’s SS26 collection offered plenty of fun and whimsical elements—such as knitted swan-shaped nipple covers, experimental headwear, oversized smiley face motifs, trompe l’oeil patterns, and stockpot bags, among others—but it also seemed somewhat more subdued and accessible than usual. In fact, the collection was titled ‘Niente’ (Italian for ‘nothing’) and drew inspiration from theArte Poveramovement, thus the “return to simplicity” and core principle of “reuse, recycle, reimagine.” Archival prints were reimagined in new ways, capes crafted from fabric remnants, potato sacks turned into formal attire, and ordinary items from daily life elevated into high-fashion patterns and accessories.
Max Mara’s Interpretation of Rococo
Rococo could appear an unexpected influence for Max Mara, a label recognized for its sophisticated, modern, and understated style, yet this was exactly what creative director Ian Griffith included on his moodboard for the Spring/Summer 2026 collection. His inspiration came from Madame de Pompadour, the iconic figure of Rococo, but reinterpreted “as if she were a modern woman,” as Griffiths explained.WWD. So, instead of fully embracing the extravagant luxury of the time, it was more about subtle references such as ruched chiffon shoulders, refined floral patterns, layered rara-style skirts, sheer organza coats, and striking silk petal capes. Alongside these, there were all the minimalist tailored suits, stylish jackets, and understated dresses that we have come to expect from the brand, now reimagined in fresh new ways.
Milan Fashion Week Spring Summer 2026: Key Moments from Day Two
Etro’s Dark Bohemia
Etro is recognized for its bohemian elegance, a style that creative director Marco De Vincenzo has refined over the past three years—while also bringing a fresh, exciting energy to the brand. For this season, he enlisted Neapolitan singer La Niña to create a “tense, ritualistic” live soundtrack for the SS26 collection, which included contrasting patterns, beaded tassels, patchwork leathers, embroidered denim, sequins, and plenty of suede. The overall look had a darkly romantic feel, with garments designed to move effortlessly—perfect for making their way into numerous glamorous summer events.
Missoni: From Office to the Beach
The Autumn/Winter 2025 season marked Alberto Caliri’s debut collection for Missoni, representing a significant departure from the previous creative director’s approach, featuring a more subdued color scheme and an emphasis on outerwear. However, for the Spring/Summer 2026 line, it seems the designer has truly found his stride. Few brands are as closely associated with summer as Missoni, yet Caliri skillfully evolved the brand. Although classic beachwear staples and sequins were still present, the overall look was much more mature. Consider: knitted twinsets paired with canvas jackets and shorts, 80s-inspired jackets, crisp striped shirts, and oversized blazers, as if the models had just left their office, tossed their towels into a large tote, and grabbed their handbags to head directly to the beach club.
Fendi’s Futuristic Summer Wardrobe
Fendi’s SS26 presentation centered around color, from the pixelated stage designed by Marc Newson to the outfits that walked the runway. The color scheme was bold, diverse, and occasionally unexpected (think pink and red, anyone?), and it brought endless joy—just like the casting, which featured models Paloma Elsesser, Natasha Poly, Alex Consani, Gabbriette, Adwoa Aboah, Mariacarla Boscono, and Karen Elson. Flowers were also present throughout, but in ways that felt wonderfully new: printed on shimmering layers, cut from leather pieces, forming the lace for skirts and dresses, embroidered on bags, dangling from them as charms, and even integrated into furs. As the show notes perfectly put it, this is a vision of “a future summer, seen through a fantastical Fendi lens.”
Milan Fashion Week Spring Summer 2026: Key Moments from the First Day
Gucci’s Star-Studded Screening
The most sought-after event of the first day of Milan Fashion Week was certainlyGucci—despite the fashion house not actually holding a runway presentation. Instead, creative director Demna shared an initial glimpse of his concept for the brand through a film and organized a celebrity-filled premiere for the event, which was attended by figures such as Gwyneth Paltrow, Serena Williams, and Lila Moss.
Directed by Oscar-winning Spike Jonze and Halina Reijn, the short film is titledThe Tiger, and features Demi Moore, Alex Consani, Kendall Jenner, Elliot Page and other prominent names, forming the members of an alternative-reality Gucci family. Naturally, they are all dressed in outfits from Demna’s latest collection, cleverly titled ‘La Famiglia’, which was unexpectedly revealed on Instagram just a day before, and that, even more surprisingly, will be available for purchase starting 25th September.
Subtle Elegance at Alberta Ferretti
This marked Lorenzo Serafini’s second collection as creative director for Alberta Ferretti, showcasing his ability to steer the brand confidently into the future. For the Spring/Summer 2026 season, he drew inspiration from the concept of a “progressive hostess,” defined in the show notes as “a woman who manages her lifestyle to remain beyond judgment,” and who “chooses discretion over exposure, and intimacy over exhibition.” In other words, someone who understands that privacy is the ultimate luxury, and who avoids the ever-connected, showy behavior prevalent today.
The final collection? Subtly stunning, gracefully flowing, clothing centered around neutral tones that stylish, affluent women would genuinely desire to wear. Draped and pleated dresses evoked the imagery of classical Greek sculptures, and the tailoring was similarly soft and airy, while a touch of excitement was introduced through leopard patterns, metallic hues, blood-red and cobalt-blue handbags, as well as occasional, subtly alluring glimpses of skin.
Diesel’s Egg Hunt
Diesel began Milan Fashion Week with a unique pop-up display located in the center of the city, featuring models positioned inside transparent egg-like structures. This approach offered a more personal way to showcase their latest collection, as opposed to a typical fashion show, allowing guests to view each outfit up close. Consider: vibrant lime green and purple jeans, fabrics resembling spray paint with a cracked texture, and small floral patterns paired with structured jackets, pencil skirts, and sophisticated accessories. The general public was also encouraged to join in, participating in an interactive ‘egg hunt’ throughout the city to engage with the collection firsthand.
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