Chiffon & silk dominate first shows in Milan
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Milan's women's wear shows start on Saturday with swirls of chiffon and silk. Designers Rocco Barocco and Roberta Scarpa have used the see-through fabrics with lace and layers to set the mood in Milan.
Rocco Barocco wrapped models in ruffles and bows for a collection inspired by Cuba, with wide-brimmed black straw hats topping off the look.
Leopard and tiger print swimsuits were draped rather than stretched over bodies, with soft, full silk coats in similar spots and stripes.
Sheer, see-through blouses were worn with skinny skirts embroidered with bursts of Chrysanthemums, a motif used in basic black and cream or powerful purple and crimson for evening wear.
And jewelry was big and bold, shiny and black - a trend continued by Venice-based Roberta Scarpa. Her models wore drop earrings that looked inspired by Venetian chandeliers. The lagoon city's influence also came through in damask silks, watermark prints and lace.
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