Weaving together the Italian history would surely take a lifetime. However, Dolce & Gabbana did it all in one arguably impressive collection. On their SS21 runway, the theme was clear: patchwork. The designers referenced their backlog, taking into consideration the spring 1993 runaway as part of their inspiration. Both collections included details from the ‘70s, but the presentation felt refreshingly modern.

Dolce & Gabbana’s Patchwork Collection

Dolce & Gabbana is inspired by and dedicated the presentation to the city of Sicily. They wanted to capture the true spirit of Italian artistry with handmade craftsmanship, or “fatto a mano.” Within each patchwork look, and there are many in this 98-look collection, was a demi-couture approach of unique pieces that thread together the past with the present. Fabrics from the brand’s archives were interwoven with newly acquired textiles. The results are beautiful – a mix of dots, polka, floral brocades, denim, and much more that were cut together in a multitude of silhouettes for every fancy and fit.

Dolce & Gabbana’s Inspiration

The chaotic richness was a true whirlwind of details that span decades, but it was brought into 2020. An Instagram post set the scene for those who are watching the event from home. The short video revealed that the D&G’s longtime show venue Metropol had been transformed with bright print collages – walls, runway, benches, everything. The hashtag #DGSicilianPatchwork further spelled out the theme of the season, on which the Italian designers elaborated in a video message. Dolce, who was born and raised there, stated that given his long experience of being inspired by Sicily, they wanted to tell that on this island, different cultures could be found and dominated, from the Arabs to the Spanish, to the Normans.

Here are some of the pieces that were presented in the stunning and colorful Patchwork collection.

In the digital age where entertainment, information, and socialization can all be found online, the fashion industry follows suit and reaches out to their modern clientele through the use of these resources. Fashion tech companies are emerging with new and innovative business plans that focus on reaching out to their clients through AI-driven personalization, social media advertising, and modern production methods.

What Is Fashion Tech

This is a term that is used to define the extensive use of technology, innovation, and modern avant-garde business models that are more in tune with the digital age. Fashion companies are making full use of modern technology to grab the attention of their clients by creating social media accounts where they can reach out to them directly. Using online metrics, they can follow trending topics, follow their traffic, set agendas, and more. Modern technologies offer specially-made software that revolutionizes the way designers work. The production process has also been greatly modernized.

How Fashion and Shopping Are Changing

Fashion companies are creating online shops that allow easy and quick shopping from any location. Many have even made use of AI-driven technologies to further personalize their products to the customer. Using augmented reality, some fashion tech companies have been pre-releasing their products to grab the buyers’ attention before the products became available in stores. Many modern shops are installing VR mirrors that allow shoppers to see how certain outfits would look on them without having to try them on.

An Increase in Convenience

While visiting physical shops is certainly still an option and remains a fun outing for many, the option to shop from the comfort of one’s home is one that’s widely available nowadays. There are apps available to allow the buyer to “try on” the item on an avatar to ensure the right look and a good fit before ordering. Embracing the era of technology has made fashion and shopping more efficient and client-oriented.