10 Emerging Designers at Milan Fashion Week 2022
Milan Fashion Week 2022 emphasized themes of inclusivity, sustainability, and gender fluidity. It commenced with Milano Moda Graduate, where Sofia Masciotta earned first place for her innovative water-soluble biomaterial. Angelo Cruciani's Yezael featured 36 models of various backgrounds, paying tribute to his flood-affected hometown, Cantiano. At the ADI Design Museum, Dhruv Kapoor was honored with the Young Designer DHL Award 2022 by Carlo Capasa for his collection of hybrid characters. ANDREĀDAMO presented bodycon knitwear inspired by marine life, while Marco Rambaldi's 'Odi et amo' tackled social issues through inclusive casting. Alessandro Vigilante's 'BODY LANGUAGE' drew inspiration from contemporary dance, and AC9 by Alfredo Cortese defied stereotypes with gender-neutral tailoring. Laura Chamandi introduced a sustainable line, and Act n°1 showcased a fluid collection backed by Valentino. REAMEREI centered on regeneration and non-binary identity.
Key facts
- Milano Moda Graduate eighth edition winner Sofia Masciotta developed a water-soluble biomaterial.
- Angelo Cruciani's Yezael show at Mercato Centrale was open to all and dedicated to Cantiano after a flood.
- Dhruv Kapoor won the Young Designer DHL Award 2022 at Fashion Hub, ADI Design Museum.
- ANDREĀDAMO used floating thread technique and crystal mesh for sea-creature-inspired knitwear.
- Marco Rambaldi's collection 'Odi et amo' featured inclusive casting and crochet hearts.
- Alessandro Vigilante's 'BODY LANGUAGE' was inspired by contemporary dance, with skin-tone colors.
- AC9 by Alfredo Cortese presented genderless looks with punk attitude and white-black palette.
- Laura Chamandi debuted with sustainable plant-based leather and zodiac-themed collection, collaborating with Francesca Pasquali.
- Alessandro Enriquez's collection celebrated Sicilian culture with tomato prints and collaborations.
- Act n°1, supported by Valentino, featured Casio watches embroidered as armor and a Ruffle Bag.
- REAMEREI focused on genderless fashion, using upcycled materials and inspired by planaria and Alda Merini.
Entities
Artists
- Sofia Masciotta
- Angelo Cruciani
- Dhruv Kapoor
- Carlo Capasa
- Marco Rambaldi
- Alessandro Vigilante
- Alfredo Cortese
- Laura Chamandi
- Francesca Pasquali
- Alessandro Enriquez
- Danilo Anello di Ventimiglia
- Galib Gassanoff
- Luca Lin
- Marzia Geusa
- Enrico Micheletto
- Davide Melis
- Alda Merini
- Ernesto Basile
- Cesar Manrique
- Federico Poletti
Institutions
- Accademia Costume & Moda
- Mercato Centrale
- Vogue India
- Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana
- ADI Design Museum
- DHL
- Valentino
- Caffè di Sicilia
- VENTAGLIDAUTORE
- Daad Dantone
- Artribune
Locations
- Milan
- Italy
- Cantiano
- India
- London
- Lebanon
- Sicily
- Palermo
- Azerbaijan
- China
- Villanova di Castenaso
- Parco industria Alfa Romeo