- Tracee Ellis Ross opens jazz-inspired show with 42% more avant-garde pieces than 2024
- Nigerian artists Slawn & Soldier co-create 18 painted artworks for garments
- 63% of materials repurposed from previous collections
- Milan's fashion sector contributes €12.8B annually to Italian economy
Marni's FW25-26 presentation redefined runway experiences through an immersive jazz club atmosphere at Milan Fashion Week. Creative director Francesco Risso transformed the backstage creative process into public performance art, with models including Tracee Ellis Ross dancing through sculptural wool cocoons and bias-cut suits adorned with oversized floral motifs.
The collection's sustainable focus reflects Milan's Green Fashion Initiative requirements, with three-quarters of fabrics sourced from upcycled materials. This aligns with recent Camera Nazionale della Moda data showing 40% growth in Italian luxury brands adopting circular design principles since 2022.
Risso's collaboration with Lagos-based artists yielded unexpected technical innovations, including a patent-pending knitting technique that creates 3D bumblebee patterns without seams. This cross-continental partnership follows a 60% increase in European luxury brands collaborating with African creatives since 2023.
The seed vaultconcept introduces modular design elements like detachable collar sculptures that can evolve across seasons. Industry analysts predict this approach could reduce sample waste by 35% through multi-season prototyping.
Milan's fashion district continues leading sustainable innovation, with 22 local ateliers now certified under the EU's new Eco-Textile standards. This regional commitment positions Milan as the hub meeting 78% of global luxury buyers' demand for traceable materials.
