Milan Fashion Week highlights: 5 trends shaping the season
It’s been a whirlwind week for the fashion crowd, dashing from one runway to the next as Milan Fashion Week concluded on March 3 and Paris Fashion Week kicked off on March 4.
Milan played host to major moments, from Fendi’s centennial celebration—its first show post-Kim Jones—to a tribute to the house’s archival icons, reimagined for the modern woman. Meanwhile, the industry’s game of musical chairs continued, with Luke and Lucie Meyer bidding farewell to Jil Sander.
Now, as the spotlight shifts to Paris, the season’s defining trends are beginning to take shape. While you’re in the midst of swapping winter layers for spring staples, Tatler gives you a head start on what’s next. From scarlet red looks at Diesel and Ferragamo to a faux fur revival on the runways of Marni and Prada, here are the key trends to know from Milan Fashion Week autumn-winter 2025/2026.
Fringes
Sportmax Ready to Wear Fall/Winter 2025-2026 (Getty Images)
Etro Ready to Wear Fall/Winter 2025-2026 (Getty Images)
Fringes are shaking things up this season, proving they’re far from a fleeting boho revival. If you thought their comeback would feel predictable, Milan Fashion Week begs to differ. Designers took a fresh spin on the trend—Sportmax went all in with leather fringes cascading from dresses, capes and bags, while Etro played with thick, knitted fringe details for a cosy yet dramatic effect. And for those who prefer a subtle nod? Onitsuka Tiger delivered fringed accessories with just the right amount of movement.
Scarlet red
Blumarine ready to wear autumn/winter 2025/2026 (Getty Images)
Ferragamo ready to wear autumn/winter 2025/2026 (Getty Images)
Nothing commands attention quite like scarlet red. The colour of power and passion is an ultimate confidence boost—whether it’s a sleek touch in workwear or a head-to-toe statement after dark. And if Milan’s runways are anything to go by, this shade isn’t going anywhere—except straight into your wardrobe. Ferragamo and Blumarine turned up the heat with scarlet red dresses adorned with feathers and fringes, while Diesel took it to the edge with its signature untamed energy.
Faux Fur
Marni Ready to Wear Fall/Winter 2025/2026 (Getty Images)
Ferrari Ready to Wear Fall/Winter 2025/2026 (Getty Images)
Autumn-winter 2025/2026 is all about the mob wife aesthetic—a style inspired by the glamorous yet fierce wives of mafia figures, known for their bold, high-end fashion and commanding presence—and nothing nails the look quite like faux fur, which dominated the catwalks. Ferrari went bold with oversized coats while Prada brought a touch of nostalgia with plush faux fur collars and sleeve details on glossy outerwear.
Peplum silhouette
Sunnei Ready to Wear Fall/Winter 2025-2026 (Getty Images)
Bally Ready to Wear Fall/Winter 2025-2026 (Getty Images)
Love it or loathe it, some iconic 2010s shapes are making a comeback, and leading the charge is the peplum silhouette. Once a red carpet favourite, the peplum faded from the spotlight—until now. With its signature flared waistline, it’s back with a 2025 twist, featuring a more relaxed fit at Bally and layered designs at Sunnei, proving it’s better than ever for adding structure and flair to your everyday style
1960s revival
Gucci ready to wear autumn-winter 2025-2026 (Getty Images)
Prada ready to wear autumn-winter 2025-2026 (Getty Images)
We’re stepping into an era of 1960s-style nostalgia and no one does it quite like the Italian powerhouses Gucci and Prada. These icons have revived the era with rich textures, bold colours and clean silhouettes that take us straight back to the Mod scene. Their collections channel the era’s edgy elegance with a new energy that feels entirely of today.
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