Top 5 Milan Fashion Brands You Must Check Out

Italy is indispensable when it comes to fashion. Italian brands are some of the biggest shot-callers and trendsetters of the industry. And inside Italy, playing the vital role as the founding place and harbor for numerous iconic brands lies Milan. The Milan Fashion Week is one of the most prestigious calendar events in the world of fashion which naturally makes Milan an important city for fashionistas to explore.

In the present article, we will be talking about 5 such brands that were born and bred in the city but have risen to global acclaim. If you ever find yourself visiting Milan, be sure to check out their stores.

1. Massimo Piombo.
   If you are familiar with the Milan Fashion Week then it is improbable that you haven’t heard about Massimo Piombo. One of the most famous names in Milan fashion, the brand is known for giving a contemporary twist to old-school dresses and pairing it with striking patterns and colors.
   The brand prides itself on having remained true to showcasing the cultural influence of Italy in their designs. If you are looking for an easy, cool look to your wardrobe, then this is your go-to brand, vintage Italian style with a modern twist. From overcoats to scarves, you will find everything at their stores.
2. Versace
   Versace is one of the most famous Italian brands and was founded in 1978. In a very short time, it rose to global fame, riding on the back of the extravagant use of colors, patterns, and bold graphics it was able to achieve iconic status. The brand uses Medusa in its logo which is a subtle way of saying that you simply can’t look away from Versace.
   
   After the passing of Gianni Versace in 1997, Donatella Versace took the reins of the company and took it even further. Today, Versace is synonymous with extravagance. If simplicity is what you are after then this is not the brand you would want to flaunt. If not the most then certainly one of the most famous brands in Milan, Versace offers everything from casual wear to haute couture.
3. Dolce & Gabbana
   Probably the most pivotal brand when it comes to fashion in the 20^th century, Dolce & Gabbana is known for its stark portrayal of women as appealing and men and definitively masculine. This has helped the brand create a unique identity in terms of both its design and brand image.
   
   Dolce & Gabbana has worked consistently on creating its own universe of fashion. From its magazine shoots to ad campaigns, to its fashion shows, D&G has its own unique way of going about things. The brand has separate stores for men and women. If you want to project a bold and confident image about yourself then this might be what you are looking for.
4. Missoni
   The brand was founded in 1953 in Gallarate but it maintains Milan as its home today. The Missoni family has been loyal to the city and maintains its lineage to date. The family-run business has had its daughter Angela as the creative head of the brand since 1997. Under her guidance, Missoni has become one of the most recognizable, bankable brands in the country.
   Apart from clothes and couture, the brand also designs accessories. Margherita, the granddaughter of the brand’s founders- Ottavio and Rosita Missoni, heads the department. Keeping the business in the family has helped in protecting and expanding upon the original idea of the company: to keep it more about lifestyle than fashion.
5. Giorgio Armani
   The mere mention of the brand is enough to set the imagination wild with luxury, leather, and sharp black suits but Armani is about so much more. Amongst the Italian fashion brands, Armani is toned down and is known for the minimalistic style and top-notch quality of its products. Started in 1975, it has branched out under the names of Armani Exchange, EA7, Emporio Armani, and Armani Jeans.
   
   While the other labels have been used to expand the brand’s business, the original line, that of Giorgio Armani remains true to the vision of the founder; understated design but with exquisite quality. Coupled with the rich history and vast presence it has today, Armani is one of the world’s most recognizable fashion brands.

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