Milan Fashion Week 2025: all you need to know

The spotlight is on Milan: Fashion Week is just around the corner. During these magical days, the city transforms into the unconditional queen of the world fashion to host the fashion shows of the most prestigious Maisons and emerging talents. It happens twice a year for men's collections and twice a year for women's collections. In January, February and March, the fall/winter collections are presented, and between June and September, the spring/summer ones are. For the occasion, the brands set up their runways in the most beautiful places in the city.

But is Fashion Week 'only' this?

Today, Milan is one of the international Big Four of fashion, along with New York, London and Paris. But how did it all begin?

In 1951, G.B. Giorgini presented Italian haute couture collections to foreign journalists and buyers in Florence: Italian fashion had won its rightful place worldwide. Taking inspiration from these fashion shows, Milan Fashion Week was born in 1958.

In the 1970s, however, Milan became the capital of Italian fashion in all respects. Here, at the first Milanese 'prêt à porter' shows at the Fiera di Milano, the protagonists of the catwalks were the collections of the big names we all know today. These included historic Milanese brands such as, among the pioneers, Walter Albini, Krizia and Missoni, joined in later years by Giorgio Armani, Versace, Dolce & Gabbana and Gianfranco Ferré. And then again, Florentine Maisons such as Gucci, Roberto Cavalli, Emilio Pucci and Ermanno Scervino.

Unfortunately, the MFW shows are an exclusive event, forbidden fruit reserved for industry insiders, VIPs, and wealthy clients or only accessible by invitation. Thus, influencers, fashion bloggers, pop stars, top models, journalists, or specialised photographers can attend the shows. But don't worry: there are solutions to this too.

A large LED screen in Piazza dei Mercanti - right in front of the Fashion Hub in Palazzo Giureconsulti - will allow us to watch fashion shows, but let's remember the online channels.
On the milanofashionweek.cameramoda.it platform, the National Chamber for Italian Fashion offers users the opportunity to follow the digital and live streaming of fashion shows, but that's not all. There is also a section dedicated to multi-brand and single-brand virtual showrooms.
The shows will also be on the YouTube Fashion Channel after the event. The contribution of the Social Networks could be included, from the Camera della Moda Instagram profile to TikTok, Twitter and Facebook. As for mainland China and Japan, the week's events will be visible thanks to Tencent Video and Asahi Shimbun, respectively.

But what if I told you there are also ways to watch the shows in person? Yes, you can hear the sound of heels treading the catwalks, the scent of luxury in the air, and the spotlight's warmth on your skin. The Maisons themselves, in some cases, auction off tickets and then donate the proceeds to charity. On portals such as CharityStars you can try to grab tickets to the shows, backstage access, passes to the most exclusive after-parties and much more. Beware, though: tickets go fast!

Alternatively, after everyone who has a ticket and is on the list has entered, it can happen that the location is not complete. In these cases, a few lucky people may be admitted to the events. So the only thing you can do is get to the venue and arm yourself with a lot of patience.

Moreover, recently, some brands have decided to open their fashion shows and backstage to some lucky fans... Curious to know who they are? We'll tell you in the section on what's new in each edition of Fashion Week.

This Fashion Week includes 68 appointments between physical and digital fashion shows, presentations, and events.
Carlo Capasa, President of the National Chamber for Italian Fashion, talks about the upcoming event: ‘The Milan Fashion Week in January will mark the beginning of a particularly challenging year, a moment of transition in which the creativity of our brands and the ductility and pragmatism that make Made in Italy a unique system in the world will be the winners.’

The bond between Milan and fashion is profound, and it is celebrated once again in the promotional campaign realised by CNMI, the Municipality of Milan, and Yes Milano. The locations chosen for the shots were the historic Milanese venues Da Giacomo, Giacomo Bistrot, Giacomo Rosticceria, and Giacomo Tabaccheria. From 8 to 19 January, the shots of photographer Marcello Junior Dino will invade the city streets. The looks of the models are by Ascend Beyond, Federico Cina, Victor Hart, GR10K, JordanLuca, Magliano, Mordecai, MTL Studio, Noskra, and MERIISI—styling by Stephanie Kherlakian.

This fashion week will be an opportunity to celebrate significant anniversaries - such as Latorre’s 60th birthday and Dhruv Kapoor’s first 10 candles - and will reconfirm its vocation as an essential hub for emerging brands, including PDF by Domenico Formichetti and SAUL NASH for the first time in Milan. Here are the words of Alessia Cappello, Councillor for Economic Development, with delegation to Fashion and Design, of the Municipality of Milan: ‘Supporting young people means not only enriching the creative panorama but guaranteeing the competitiveness and future dynamism of the entire sector’.

Some other anticipations for this fashion week include the following: some brands have chosen to present both men’s and women’s collections, while others will propose genderless clothing.

Pierre-Louis Mascia will open the dances for the first time on the Milanese catwalks; sacred monsters such as Prada, Emporio Armani, and Dolce&Gabbana will reconfirm their presence; some great absentees from past editions will return, including Philipp Plein and Pronounce; Magliano, Dunhill, and JordanLuca will also be present in this edition. Great expectations for the presentations of the finalist of the fourth edition of the Camera Moda Fashion Trust Grant Federico Cina and the emerging genderless brand Maragano. There are also high expectations for Tod’s and the special events in which MSMG, Marcello Pipitone - Bonola and Bally will present their collections. Bringing down the curtain, on the last day of the physical fashion shows, the new Giorgio Armani and ZEGNA collections.

Womenswear is back in the spotlight this fashion week, with 153 appointments comprising 62 fashion shows - 56 physical and 6 digital -presentations and events.

The kermesse, fundamental for Made in Italy, has been defined by Carlo Capasa, President of the National Chamber for Italian Fashion, as ‘a unique event that competes with Paris to be the most important fashion week in the world and a flywheel for the industry that we must know how to protect and strengthen’. Alessia Cappello, Councillor for Fashion, agrees: she speaks of MFW as ‘a business opportunity that produces an essential benefit for the city’.

This time, the location chosen for the campaign is the Cracco restaurant in Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. The shooting features the looks of emerging brands such as Lorenzo Seghezzi, Durazzi Milano, Marco Rambaldi, Des Phemmes, Giuseppe Di Morabito, Defaience, and Oh Carla. Photos by Nicolò Parsenzani, styling by Stephanie Kherlakian.

What is there to highlight about this fashion week? First of all, it will be full of important anniversaries: Wednesday 26 February marks the centenary of Fendi's birth, which the brand will celebrate with a co-ed fashion show; in addition to this, the first 30 and 60 candles of Dsquared2 and K-Way.

After two years since ascending Gucci's throne as creative director, Sabato De Sarno leaves his position just two weeks before the fashion week in which the Tuscan brand will open the dances. Bringing down the curtain on the kermesse will be, as usual, the elegance of Giorgio Armani.

Now, let's talk about debuts and returns. The spotlight is on David Koma and his first Blumarine women's fashion show, as well as on Lorenzo Serafini as the new art director of Alberta Ferretti. Another debut on the calendar is that of Francesco Murano.

Among the returns to the catwalk, we will see Fiorucci under the creative direction of Francesco Murano, K-Way of the BasicNET group, MM6 Maison Margiela and MSGM by Massimo Giorgetti. Absent on the catwalks will be Bottega Veneta, which has a performance scheduled at Palazzo San Fedele.

In the following paragraphs, you will find details of all the Milan Fashion Weeks 2025. Follow us to stay up-to-date! 

Friday 17 January

16:00 - Pierre-Louis Mascia (man/woman) - Via Vigevano 18
20:00 - PDF - Via Tortona 27
21:00 - Philipp Plein - Via Manin 21

Saturday 18 January

11:00 - Pronounce (man/woman) - Viale Bligny 52
12:30 - Dolce&Gabbana - Viale Piave 24
15:00 - JordanLuca (man/woman) - Via Tortona 27
19:00 - Emporio Armani - Via Bergognone 59

Sunday 19th January

11:00 - Simon Cracker (man/woman) - Via Mecenate 84/34
12:00 - Magliano (man/woman) - Via Marco d'Agrate 23
14:00 - Prada - Via Lorenzini 14
15:00 - Dhruv Kapoor (man/woman) - Via A. Calabiana 6/A
16:00 - Saul Nash - Via Pietrasanta 14
19:00 - Dunhill - Via S. Paolo 10

Monday 20 January

11:00 - Giorgio Armani - Via Borgonuovo 21
12:00 - Giorgio Armani - Via Borgonuovo 21
15:00 - Zegna - Piazzale C. Magno 1 - Gate 16

Tuesday 21 January

10:30 - Carnet-Archive (man/woman) - Digital
11:00 - KML (man/woman) - Digital
11:30 - Rkive City - Digital
12:00 - Victor Hart (man/woman) – Digital

On Saturday, 18 January, from 11 a.m. to 7.30 p.m., ANDREA GROSSI presents ‘THE CASTING’, the invisible process behind the autumn/winter collection. The exhibition is an ode to the art of becoming through various immersive video installations.
Location: Fondazione Sozzani, via Tazzoli 3.

Cultural events:

From 18/12/2024 to 16/02/2025: ANDREA BRANZI. CIVILISATIONS WITHOUT JEWELS HAVE NEVER EXISTED. One year after his death, 10 Corso Como remembers the Italian architect and designer Andrea Branzi, winner of three Compassi d'Oro. His multifaceted talent is celebrated in the exhibition curated by Alessio de' Navasques, conceived as a flow of works, documents, drawings, and photographs that accompany the visitor from the mid-1980s to his last creations, dated 2023. The exhibition is open daily from 10:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., admission free.
Location: 10 Corso Como Galleria, Corso Como 10.

From 21/01/2025 to 18/05/2025: GEORGE HOYNINGEN-HUENE | GLAMOUR AND AVANT-GARDE. Palazzo Reale is hosting an Italian premiere: an exhibition dedicated to George Hoyningen-Huene that, through more than 100 iconic shots with platinum prints, recounts the importance of the Russian fashion photographer in the history of photography. As a witness to the vibrant cultural context of the time, the artist was influenced by classical art and surrealism, frequenting the likes of Salvador Dali and Pablo Picasso. The exhibition, curated by Susanna Brown, is open Tuesday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 7.30 p.m., Thursday until 10.30 p.m., ticket required.
Location: Palazzo Reale, Piazza del Duomo 12.

From 27/11/2024 to 09/02/2025: MARCELLO MALOBERTI. METAL PANIC. It is the most comprehensive exhibition dedicated to the visual artist Marcello Maloberti to celebrate his work. Curated by Diego Sileo, the exhibition brings together the main themes of his oeuvre, a selection of works from the 1990s, more recent ones, and new ones. The impression is that of being immersed in a contemporary construction site in continuous transformation, always beyond the immediacy of the everyday dimension. Hours: from 10:00 to 19:30, Thursday from 10:00 to 22:30, Monday closed.
Location: PAC - Padiglione d'Arte Contemporanea, Via Palestro 14.

From 31/10/2024 to 24/02/2025: MERIEM BENNANI. FOR MY BEST FAMILY. Miriam Bennani’s ambitious exhibition project combines a new site-specific installation with a film co-directed by Orian Barki. The aim is to explore ways of being together in socio-political contexts and to wonder where a person begins and ends. The project was conceived for Fondazione Prada on two levels: the Podium’s ground floor hosts’ Sole crushing’, a large mechanical installation; on the first floor, visitors can attend a film ‘For Aicha’ screening. The screenings start at 10:00, 11:15, 12:30, 13:45, 15:00, 16:15, 17:30.
Location: Fondazione Prada, Largo Isarco 2.

From 31/10/2024 to 02/02/2025: MIRACOLI A MILANO. CARLO ORSI FOTOGRAFO. The exhibition narrates the personality of Milanese photographer Carlo Orsi through 140 black-and-white works that trace the themes dear to the artist from his beginnings. It presents four sections: one dedicated to Milan, one to portraits, one to his work for the world of fashion and advertising, and one to reportage. Curated by Giangiacomo Schiavi and Giorgio Terruzzi, consultancy by Silvana Beretta, organisation by Vertigo Syndrome. Some side events are also planned between November 2024 and January 2025. The exhibition is accessible upon purchase of a ticket. Hours: Tuesday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; closed Mondays. The ticket office closes one hour before.
Location: Palazzo Morando | Costume Moda Immagine, via Sant'Andrea 6.

From 10/10/2024 to 02/02/2025: UGO MULAS. L'OPERAZIONE FOTOGRAFICA. More than 250 images (many of them on public display for the first time), vintage shots, documents, books, and films accompany the visitor on a discovery of Ugo Mulas' entire production, from theatre to fashion, to portraits of international artists and the great protagonists of the world of culture and entertainment. Curated by Denis Curti and Alberto Salvadori. Hours: Tuesday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 7.30 p.m., Thursday closing at 10.30 p.m., Monday closed. Last admission one hour before. Ticket purchase necessary.
Location: Palazzo Reale, Piazza del Duomo 12.

Tuesday 25 February

CNMI Fashion Hub Opening

15:00 - Gucci (women's/men's) - Location see on invitation
16:00 - Iceberg (women's/men's) - Via Palermo 10
17:00 - N.21 - Via Archimede 26
18:00 - Alberta Ferretti - Location see on invitation
19:00 - K-Way (women's/men's) - Via Turati 34
20:00 - Dsquared2 (women's/men's) - Via Rubattino 56

Wednesday 26 February

09:30 - Luisa Beccaria - Via Palestro 24
10:30 - Jil Sander (women's/men's) - Via Perin Del Vaga 2
11:30 - Daniela Gregis - Via Villa Mirabello 6
12:30 - Antonio Marras (Woman/Men) - Via Orobia 15
14:00 - Diesel (women's/men's) - Via M. Cremosano 2
15:00 - Vivetta - Via A. Calabiana 6
16:00 - Marco Rambaldi - Via C. Lombroso 53
17:00 - Marni (Woman/Man) - Location see on invitation
18:30 - Onitsuka Tiger (women's/men's) - Via Olona 6
19:30 - Fendi (women's/men's) - Via Solari 35

 Thursday 27 February

09:30 - Max Mara - Via Piranesi 14
10:30 - Genny - Via G.B. Piranesi 10
11:30 - Blumarine - Via Maiocchi 7
12:30 - Anteprima - Via San Luca 3
14:00 - Prada - Via Lorenzini 14
15:00 - Emporio Armani - Via Bergognone 59
16:00 - Emporio Armani - Via Bergognone 59
17:00 - Francesco Murano - Via E. Tazzoli 3
18:00 - MM6 Maison Margiela (Woman/Man) - Via Palermo 10
19:00 - Roberto Cavalli - Via Tortona 58
20:00 - Etro (women's/men's) - Piazza Lina Bo Bardi 1

Friday 28 February

10:30 - Institution by Galib Gassanoff (woman/man) - Via Gesù 5
11:30 - Sportmax - Via E. Besana 12
14:00 - Tod's - Via Palestro 14
15:00 - Giuseppe Di Morabito - Via Maiocchi 7
16:00 - Moschino - Via Ventura 14
17:00 - Sunnei (Woman/Man) - Location see on invitation
18:00 - Missoni - Via Cosenz 11
19:00 - Elisabetta Franchi - C.so Di Porta Romana 3
20:00 - Versace (women's/men's) - Location see on invitation

Saturday 1 March

09:30 - Ferrari (Woman/Men) - Piazza Vetra 7
10:30 - Ermanno Scervino - Piazza Lina Bo Bardi 1
11:30 - Ferragamo (Woman/Men) - Via Perin Del Vaga 2
12:30 - Luisa Spagnoli - Piazza Degli Affari 6
13:30 - Bally (Woman/Men) - Piazza Velasca 3/5
14:30 - Dolce&Gabbana - Viale Piave 24
15:30 - Laura Biagiotti - Via Rovello 2
16:30 - MSGM - Location see on invitation
17:30 - Fiorucci - Via Mecenate 88/A
18:30 - Aniye Records - Via San Luca 3
20:30 - Philipp Plein - Via Manin 21

Sunday 2 March

09:30 - Susan Fang with the support of Dolce&Gabbana - Via Broggi 23
10:30 - Hui - Via Clerici 5
11:30 - Giorgio Armani - Via Bergognone 59
12:30 - Giorgio Armani - Via Bergognone 59
13:30 - Avavav (Woman/Man) - Via L. Montegani 7
14:30 - J.Salinas (Woman/Men) - Corso Venezia 16
15:30 - Francesca Liberatore - Location see on invitation

Monday 3 March

10:00 - Tokyo James (woman/man) - Digital
10:30 - Maison Nencioni - Digital
11:00 - Maxivive - Digital
11:30 - Jacob Cohën (Woman/Man) - Digital
12:00 - Saman Loira - Digital
12:30 - ViaPiave33 (women's/men's) - Digital

From 25/02/2025 to 02/03/2025, at Palazzo Giureconsulti, the Fashion Hub opens its doors daily from 9:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. In these spaces, Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana wants to highlight the talent of young designers.

On 24/02/2025 and 02/03/2025, the TRIENNALE FASHION DEPARTMENT presents the second edition of FASHION ISSUES, two appointments dedicated to the world of fashion and the challenges and transformations that this great industry is facing. Registration on the official website of Triennale Milano.
Location: Triennale Milano, Viale Emilio Alemagna 6.

On Saturday 01/03/2025 at 3.00 p.m. FONDAZIONE CENTRO ANCH'IO ONLUS - which for years has been involved in assisting people with intellectual disabilities - presents the NEW LIBERTY fashion show, the result of a unique project carried out together with MP Moda International Fashion School. Free entrance is subject to availability.
Location: Acquario Civico, Viale G. Gadio 2.

Saturday 01/03/2025 and Sunday 02/03/2025 AGGLOMERATI presents NO SEASON COLLECTION N.4/2025 with an exhibition of handmade masks.
Location: WAO Isola, Via Porro Lambertenghi 7.

From 03/03/2025 to 30/03/2025, 10 CORSO COMO presents the installation THE WAVES. Featuring All-In, Duran Lantink, Hodakova, Vaquera, Zomer.
Location: 10 Corso Como Gallery, Corso Como 10.

Cultural events:

From 21/02/2025 to 02/03/2025, CRISTÓBAL BALENCIAGA | SHOES FROM SPAIN TRIBUTE celebrates the 130th anniversary of Balenciaga's birth. The exhibition presents 25 of the designer's creations to the public with as many shoes made for the occasion by 25 Spanish footwear companies. Open to the public every day from 10 a.m. to 7.30 p.m., free entrance.
Location: Palazzo Morando, Via Sant'Andrea 6.

From 25/02/2025 to 02/03/2025: K-WAY | IN Y/OUR LIFE. THE HIDDEN SIDE OF EVERY DAY. K-Way celebrates its 60th anniversary with a travelling exhibition that will stop in various parts of the world and involve iconic brands and international artists. There will be workshops, performances and guided tours where visitors can participate free of charge by registering on the official website.
Location: Via Filippo Turati 6.

26/02/2025: ARA LUMIERE'S REWOVEN RESILIENCE: A TRIBUTE TOSURVIVORS' STRENGTH AND INDIAN HERITAGE. Ara Lumiere is at the forefront of social change and resilience, giving voice to survivors of acid attacks. Palazzo Giureconsulti hosts a special event, a tribute to survivors' strength and Indian heritage.
Location: Palazzo Giureconsulti, Piazza dei Mercanti 2.

From 25/02/2025 to 29/06/2025 INTORNO AL 1925. IL TRIONFO DELL'ART DÉCO celebrates the centenary of the Exposition internationale des arts décoratifs et industriels modernes in Paris. This historic event marked the birth of Art Deco, and the exhibition, curated by art historian Valerio Terraroli, displays incredible Italian and European artefacts belonging to this artistic movement that invaded all fields of art. Entrance fee. Open to the public Tuesday to Sunday 10 a.m. - 7.30 p.m, Thursday closing at 10:30 p.m.
Location: Palazzo Reale, Piazza del Duomo 12.

From 15/02/2025 to 29/06/2025: CASORATI. Felice Casorati was one of the most influential Italian painters of the 20th century. The exhibition traces the artist's career through 100 works from private collections and museums, including paintings, sculptures and drawings. Curated by Giorgina Bertolino, Fernando Mazzocca and Francesco Poli. Tickets required. Open to the public Tuesday to Sunday, 10 a.m. - 7.30 p.m., Thursday closing at 10:30 pm.
Location: Palazzo Reale, Piazza del Duomo 12.

From 26/02/2025 to 22/06/2025: IO SONO LEONOR FINI. The multifaceted artist Leonor Fini defined herself with these words: 'I am a painter. When people ask me how I do it, I answer: 'I am". Hence the title of the exhibition. It is dedicated to her work, which addresses crucial issues in contemporary society and questions established definitions and models. The exhibition, curated by Tere Arcq and Carlos Martín, aims to convey his message to all generations. Tickets are required. Open to the public Tuesday to Sunday, 10 a.m. to 7.30 p.m., Thursday closing at 10:30 p.m.
Location: Palazzo Reale, Piazza del Duomo 12.

From 21/01/2025 to 18/05/2025: GEORGE HOYNINGEN-HUENE | GLAMOUR AND AVANT-GARDE. Palazzo Reale is hosting an Italian premiere: an exhibition dedicated to George Hoyningen-Huene that, through more than 100 iconic shots with platinum prints, recounts the importance of the Russian fashion photographer in the history of photography. A witness to the vibrant cultural context of the time, the artist was influenced by classical art and surrealism, frequenting the likes of Salvador Dali and Pablo Picasso. Curated by Susanna Brown. Tickets required. The exhibition is open Tuesday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 7.30 p.m., Thursday until 10.30 p.m.
Location: Palazzo Reale, Piazza del Duomo 12.

From 13/12/2025 to 15/06/2025: GALTRUCCO. TESSUTI MODA ARCHITETTURA. The exhibition aims to bring to life the 150 years of Galtrucco's life, a commercial activity closely linked to Milan's history and fashion. The exhibition is divided into two sections: one dedicated to communication through shops, shop windows and advertising, and the other to fabrics sold. Curated by Alessandra Coppa, Margherita Rosina and Enrica Morini.
Location: Palazzo Morando | Costume Moda Immagine, Via Sant'Andrea 6.

From 25/02/2025 to 27/02/2025: ANNA PIAGGI, PAROLE E TAFFETÀ | CHAPTER 2 ANIMALIA. Anna Piaggi was born in 1931 in Milan and was a great journalist and an authentic 'poetess of fashion'. For her, dressing was a form of communication, and she was 'obsessed' with the image constructed through details. She was an 'influencer ante litteram' as she was defined by Matteo Marzotto, president of MinervaHub, the group that presented the project at the last edition of Milano Unica. After the success of its presentation, the exhibition returns to Lineapelle. Curated by journalist and fashion expert Daniela Fedi, with the contribution of Mirko Tomei, stylist friend and collaborator of Piaggi.
Location: Rho Fiera Milano, hall 24.

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