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Watch: video highlights from Milan Fashion Week

Relaxnews
Thursday 03 March 2011 01:00 GMT
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(AFP PHOTO / CHRISTOPHE SIMON)

See the most glamorous shows from the Italian fashion capital's runways.

Hats and neck bows were a definite trend at Milan fashion week, with Gucci delivering one of the most beautiful interpretations.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkUJm6DvxGM

Prada stayed true to its quirky style, pairing its outfits with snakeskin boots and aviator hats. And the label's fur and wide stripes that caused a frenzy this spring were also incorporated into the fall collection.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8DapIoR4Vus

Fur also played an essential part in Fendi's collection, which got raving reviews from the critics.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TT5w2uPCKMk

Dolce & Gabbana's show was instantly memorable thanks to a dominant star print theme.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qSHP89CflhU

At Versace's show, dresses carrying stencil-like flower prints alternated with military-inspired outfits.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o3VlOwInZGg

Emporio Armani's all-black collection had a laidback feel to it (models strolled down the runway on mostly flat shoes), while outfits stayed feminine and glamorous.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WJPdtcaw058

All that glitters was Moschino, which presented a range of gold-laden, navy-inspired looks.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vLOp0V0QKsA

Dizzying prints together with breathtaking shoes and accessories stay the signature look of Marni.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V7jni9BKdmE

Emilio Pucci's show was all about bodyconscious dresses in a green-and-purple color palette.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uXSKnRMtL6Q

The master of sexy glam, Roberto Cavalli, didn't disappoint his fans, showing opulent, nomad-inspired designs.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xh5tOs8VSFs

Missoni, with its springtime colors worked into winter knits, was one of everyone's favorites this Milan fashion week.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6LNQElwT4fo

Thinking inside the box, Jil Sander showed highly angular creations.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C7O_iY7tilI

Dsquared²'s collection was a mix of square dance and rock baroque.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MzCc3M-RAqg

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