15 best looks unveiled at Milan Fashion Week 2023: from fearless Gucci and Diesel’s shredded garments to 90s trends at Fendi, Moschino’s crystals and Bottega Veneta’s playful twist

Mar 4 , 2023

A model walks the runway at the Act No. 1 fashion show during Milan Fashion Week 2023 in Milan, Italy. Photo: Getty Images

Our pick of the top womenswear A/W 2023-24 collections presented at Milan Fashion Week – starring shredded gowns, ruffled shirts, a lot of lace and all things sheer

Gucci took risks with a velvet skirt that puffs out at the hips; Fendi went back to 90s basics; Bottega Veneta emphasised playful looks and Antonio Marras’ preppy garments displayed dog portraits

The world’s fashionistas flocked to Milan Fashion Week, one of the world’s big four style capitals, for shows from top Italian houses like Diesel, Bottega Veneta and Gucci.

We combed through the coverage to present our favourite unveils during the week, which wrapped on Monday. So here we go: 15 of the best looks seen this year, from shredded gowns and ruffled shirts to – wait for it – dresses and suits printed with dog portraits.

1. Antonio Marras’ dresses and suits printed with dog portraits

A model wears an Antonio Marras creation from the women’s autumn/winter 2023-24 collection presented in Milan, Italy, in February 2023. Photo: AP Photo

Beloved dog breeds like dalmatians and pugs were represented in the Italian designer’s maximalist and preppy garments.

2. Diesel’s shredded creations

A model rocks a creation from Diesel’s latest collection. Photo: AP

Some models walked the runway in crocheted hoodies and matching pants that were covered with large tears from top to bottom.

Others wore neon dresses with shredded skirts and tiny, ripped crop tops. Read more:

3. Del Core’s powerful, simplistic fashion

Del Core’s neutral-coloured wrap dresses were a thing at Milan Fashion Week this year. Photo: AP

Neutral-coloured wrap dresses were a staple of the autumn/winter 2023 show from the Milan-based fashion house. One of the most striking was a tan, sleeveless gown with a flowing train and form-fitting bodice that looked as if it was moulded to the model who wore it.