As many high-stakes collaborations take place for Milan Design Week 2025, luxury fashion brands have also made a splash this year, blurring the lines between fashion and design. This year’s theme, “Connected Worlds", pulses through every installation, exhibit, and collaboration—reminding us that design is more than objects, it’s a bridge between nature and technology, past and future, sustainability and innovation.
Milan Design Week 2025 doesn’t just exhibit—it invites reflection. It asks: How do we connect across geographies, disciplines, and generations? How can design be the language that unites fragmented worlds? As we move deeper into an era of complexity, the answers may very well lie in places like Milan—where design is not just made, but lived.
Set within the serene cloisters of San Simpliciano, Gucci’s “Bamboo Encounters” offers a thoughtful exploration of heritage and sustainability at Milan Design Week 2025. Curated by architect Ippolito Pestellini Laparelli, the exhibition reimagines bamboo—first introduced into Gucci’s design lexicon in 1947—as a contemporary symbol of resilience and reinvention. Seven international artists and designers present narrative-driven works ranging from Anton Alvarez’s bronze fountain to Dima Srouji’s sculptural baskets, as well as whimsical kites by Kite Club. Together, they reflect on bamboo’s global significance and material poetry.
Loro Piana and Dimoremilano unveils “La Prima Notte di Quiete”, a cinematic 1970s-inspired installation at Palazzo Cortile della Seta. Visitors enter through a retro cinema foyer into dreamlike interiors featuring furniture by Dimorestudio dressed in Lora Piana’s luxurious fabrics. The showcase also debuts “Punti a Maglia”, Lora Piana’s first tableware collection featuring elegant Limoges porcelain with hand-drawn thread motifs that nod to the brand’s textile legacy. With “La Prima Notte di Quiete”, Loro Piana and Dimoremilano offer a nuanced narrative of nostalgia, craftsmanship, and cinematic storytelling—an embodiment of Milan Design Week’s spirit of cross-disciplinary innovation.
Longchamp teams up with French designer Pierre Renart for a striking debut at Milan Design Week. The collaboration showcases the Wave Leather Bench and eight Ruban Chairs, crafted in American walnut and supple leather—Renart’s first time working with the material. On display at Longchamp’s Via della Spiga flagship through 13 May, the collection merges fluid, organic design with luxury craftsmanship. It’s a seamless blend of fashion and furniture, perfectly echoing this year’s theme.
Within the opulent walls of Palazzo Serbelloni, Louis Vuitton continues to blur the boundaries between fashion, design, and art with the latest presentation of its Objets Nomades collection. This year’s edition not only deepens the Maison’s decade-long exploration of collectible design, but also introduces new dimensions of storytelling and experimentation that elevate the concept of modern luxury. Highlights include Marc Newson’s Cabinet of Curiosities, a reimagined Louis Vuitton trunk, and an ethereal Nomad Pavilion by architect Marc Fornes composed of over 1,600 aluminium panels.
In a city overflowing with spectacle, Louis Vuitton’s showing feels both grounded and visionary. With Objets Nomades and its surrounding experiences, the house proves that luxury isn’t just about owning beautiful things—it’s about being transported by them.
Hermès once again proves that true luxury lies not in extravagance, but in restraint. Inside La Pelota—a historic sports hall in the heart of Milan’s Brera district—the french house unveiled its latest home collection in a space that felt less like a showroom and more like a contemplative sanctuary. The installation, curated by artistic director of Hermès collections for the home Charlotte Macaux Perelman, and Alexis Fabry, is defined by its architectural purity. Translucent, suspended structures hovered silently above, casting subtle washes of light into the floor below. In this nearly colourless environment, every material, every form, every reflection take on new significance.
The star of the 2025 collection is glass, explored not from its fragility, but its expressive depth. Each object whispers of the human hands behind it and the centuries-old techniques made modern through Hermès' signature refinement.
Prada offers something quietly radical: thought. Now in its fourth edition, Prada Frames returns with the theme “In Transit,” curated by acclaimed design studio Formafantasma. Hosted in Milan’s Central Station at the historic Padiglione Reale and the restored Arlecchino train by Gio Ponti, the event explores the unseen systems—mobility, data, infrastructure—that shape our world. Featuring voices like Paola Antonelli, Kate Crawford, and Hito Steyerl, the symposium favours reflection over spectacle. The fashion house continues its evolution into a cultural engine that uses its platform to amplify dialogue rather than dominate it.
Saint Laurent presents an exhibition celebrating the radical modernist vision of Charlotte Perriand—curated with precise elegance by creative director Anthony Vaccarello—installed in a starkly atmospheric setting reflective of the House's minimalist codes. Perriand, known for her pioneering contributions to modern architecture and interiors, has her works recontextualised through Vaccarello’s curatorial eye.
There is a sense of discipline to the curation: no ornamentation, no excess, only the essential. The exhibition’s power lies in its restraint. Vaccarello doesn’t reinterpret Perriand so much as allow her clarity of form and material to resonate within a contemporary Saint Laurent frame. In doing so, he draws a compelling parallel between her belief in design as a tool for liberation and his own rigorous aesthetic vision at the House. It’s a thoughtful exploration of creative legacy—how timeless ideas around space, function, and style can be experienced anew.
In a design week overflowing with colour, spectacle, and stimulation, Yohji Yamamoto offers something rarer: silence, depth, and shadow. The legendary Japanese designer takes up residence at the iconic concept store 10 Corso Como, transforming its pop-up space into a meditative showcase of his Spring/Summer 2025 collections from Yohji Yamamoto, Yohji Yamamoto POUR HOMME, and discord Yohji Yamamoto. This isn’t just a presentation—it’s a slow immersion into Yamamoto’s world, where form defies convention and black is anything but absence.
The installation blurs the lines between fashion, art, and architecture, aligning perfectly with 10 Corso Como’s own legacy of curating cultural intersections. For those seeking a moment of quiet rebellion amid Milan’s design euphoria, this residency offers an intimate, contemplative encounter with one of fashion’s most enduring visionaries.
Loewe invites visitors into a world where the humble teapot becomes a vessel for imagination, symbolism, and sculptural mastery. Tucked inside the refined walls of Palazzo Citterio on Via Brera 12, it is not merely an exhibition—it’s a design manifesto. With 25 singular creations by a global roster of artists, designers, and architects, the show rethinks the function and form of a domestic staple through the lens of high craftsmanship and cultural nuance. Curated under the discerning eye of Loewe's now-former creative director Jonathan Anderson, the project includes contributors such as architect David Chipperfield, artist Rose Wylie, and designer Patricia Urquiola. Each, quite literally, brings their distinct visual language to the table.
At Milan Design Week 2025, Ralph Lauren Home made a bold statement with the debut of its Canyon Road collection—a warm, tactile tribute to the American Southwest. Presented at the brand’s elegant Palazzo Ralph Lauren, the collection reimagines Western heritage through the lens of luxury design.
Four signature Ralph Lauren Home lifestyles—Estate, Island, Penthouse, and Western—are the focus, each telling a distinct story of place and aesthetic. But it Canyon Road, the centrepiece of the Western lifestyle, steals the spotlight with its use of natural woods, aged leather, and handwoven textiles. A standout feature within the collection is its collaboration with Diné (Navajo) textile artists Naiomi and Tyler Glasses. Part of Ralph Lauren’s Artist in Residence program, their contributions ground the collection in cultural authenticity and craftsmanship.
Jil Sander makes its furniture design debut with JS . THONET, a minimalist reimagining of Marcel Breuer’s classic S 64 chair in collaboration with heritage manufacturer Thonet. Exhibited at Galleria Il Castello, the show blends Jil Sander’s signature purity with Bauhaus legacy, complemented by artworks from Imi Knoebel. Understated yet striking, the project extends Jil Sander’s refined aesthetic into the realm of living with thoughtful precision.
In a playful twist, luxury fashion house MCM has teamed up with Pet Therapy by Atelier Biagetti for an unexpected and heartwarming installation at Giardino delle Arti. The showcase features sculptural poufs shaped like dogs and cats, wrapped in MCM’s signature Visetos monogram and designed for both pets and humans to enjoy.
The real magic? These pieces were dreamed up by 11-year-old Altea Biagetti in collaboration with her parents at Atelier Biagetti. Her fresh, playful vision injects the installation with sincerity and joy, challenging Milan’s sleek design scene with a powerful message: great design can be both luxurious and emotionally resonant. For those craving a break from minimalism and chrome, MCM and Pet Therapy offer a reminder that the best design doesn’t just look good, it feels good.
Tod’s shifts the focus from product to process with "Italian Hands" as a tribute to the artisans behind its iconic Gommino shoes. Hosted at the Via Montenapoleone boutique, the exhibit and accompanying book of the same name, showcases the precision and passion of Italian craftsmanship, offering an intimate glimpse into the human hands behind luxury. Italian Hands is also a book that captures the soul of Tod’s through the hands that shape it. Enriched by a compelling foreword from Oscar-winning actress Michelle Yeoh, the publication beautifully weaves together the legacy of traditional craftsmanship with the promise of tomorrow. Each page highlights the precision, heritage, and human touch that define the brand’s legacy—reminding visitors that in a world obsessed with speed, true luxury still lies in time-honoured technique.
Karl Lagerfeld Maison unveiled K-Wellen, a sleek expansion of its Wellen collection. Presented at its Via Passione showroom, the twelve new pieces ranging from mirrors to consoles, draw inspiration from the iconic ‘K’ form, merging sharp geometry with metallic finishes. Far from mere nostalgia, K-Wellen stands as a contemporary homage to Karl’s passion for architecture and avant-garde design.
Dolce & Gabbana Casa introduces its latest home collection, a sophisticated blend of traditional Italian craftsmanship and modern design. On display at the Dolce & Gabbana Casa boutique on Corso Venezia 7 and the showroom at Via Durini 23 in Milan— the collection invites visitors on a rich sensory journey through texture, material, and Italian heritage.
Casa draws inspiration from the Mediterranean — featuring woven raffia, rich suedes, intricate lace, and earthy tones. Each piece reflects timeless beauty while offering contemporary function, from sculptural seating to hand-blown Murano lighting. The brilliance of the Casca collection lies in its ability to balance the ornate with the functional. Sofas are not only beautiful but built for everyday elegance. Lighting is sculptural but soft, never overpowering. Storage pieces are dressed in traditional materials, yet offer sleek, modern practicality.
In an era dominated by digital minimalism and AI-generated aesthetics, Casca is a bold return to storytelling through material, texture, and form— a signature of Dolce & Gabbana’s world.
Kiton x Cassina
Kiton and Cassina unveiled a standout collaboration that redefined the boundary between fashion and furniture. Presented at Cassina’s flagship on Via Durini 16, the collection fused Kiton’s Neapolitan tailoring expertise with the iconic modernist forms of Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, and Charlotte Perriand.
The exhibition space itself was as tailored as the pieces it held — dimly lit with strategic highlights, showcasing shadow and silhouette. Textures were allowed to breathe. Every detail was intentional. From the stitching on upholstery to the placement of accessories, the installation proved that fashion and furniture share the same philosophy: elegance lies in construction.
Visitors aren’t just walking through a showroom; they are stepping into a curated symphony of craft. In a week filled with noise, Kiton x Cassina stood out by doing what true design always does: letting the details speak.
