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Fashion United
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Fashion United
The devil is in the details: the street style of Pitti Uomo
Pitti Uomo has long served not only as the unofficial kickoff to the menswear season, but also as a masterclass in sartorial excellence, particularly in the art of tailoring. In recent years, however, the once-celebrated and occasionally mocked figure of the 'Pitti Peacock' has, while not entirely vanished, become something of an endangered species. This season, too, the most compelling interpretations of street style weren't necessarily from the suited and booted gentlemen – though they were, as ever, reliably hatted and often dressed in terracotta tones that echoed the city's famed golden hour. Rather, it was the attendees whose ensembles featured the most intricate details who stood out amid the crowds, braving the Florentine heat at the fair's longtime home, the Fortezza da Basso. FashionUnited has rounded up some of the best street style trends spotted so far at Pitti Uomo Paint by numbers Street style at Pitti Uomo thrives on detail – and this season, it was the playful use of what looked like hand-drawn doodles and paint that truly stood out. Rather than relying on classic patterns or logos, many looks were adorned with elements that evoked finger painting, hand-drawn illustrations, and seemingly random scribbles, reminiscent of sketchbooks or children's drawings. Street Style at Pitti Uomo Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight From painterly spirals and wine glasses on wide-legged trousers to a cream workwear jacket covered in cartoonish ducks, scribbled words, and stitched-on graphics, wearers treated their clothing as a medium for storytelling. Embroidery Street Style at Pitti Uomo Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight It wasn't just paint that made a mark on the season—embroidery also took center stage as a tactile counterpoint to the playful brushstrokes seen elsewhere. Threads replaced ink, lending garments a sense of craft and permanence. From botanical flourishes stitched across jackets to folkloric motifs quietly blooming on backs and sleeves, embroidery became a language of texture and tradition. Sport-inspired silhouettes Another notable shift, one that already started a hold in previous years, was the unabashed embrace of sport-inspired silhouettes, a genre often overlooked at such a tailoring-centric event. Whether through retro soccer jerseys, oversized mesh layers, or baseball-style shirts, attendees leaned into athletic aesthetics with a knowing, almost ironic sophistication. Street Style at Pitti Uomo Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight One example was a vintage green Adidas football shirt styled with wide-legged trousers and loafers, blending pitch-side nostalgia with Italian polish. Another was a powder-blue mesh training vest over a button-down, complete with a baseball cap and wraparound sunglasses, nodding to early 2000's skater cool and a third look was composed of a classic white and blue 'Cougar' baseball jersey, paired with slouchy olive chinos and a leopard-print cap. Ties as canvases Street Style at Pitti Uomo Credits: (left and middle) ©Launchmetrics/spotlight, (right) Enrico Labriola Art wasn't only present in the form of doodles on clothing but also made a bold appearance on ties, transforming a once-conservative accessory into a vibrant medium of self-expression. At Pitti Uomo, ties became walking canvases, splashed with sunflowers, peppered with miniature birds, or woven with lush, tapestry-like florals. These weren't just playful prints but rather painterly statements that stood out against relaxed tailoring and oversized shirts. Camouflage made to stand out Street Style at Pitti Uomo Credits: (left) ©Launchmetrics/spotlight, (middle and right) ChillaxingROAD In a season where artistry and intention were paramount, even camouflage – long associated with utilitarianism and anonymity – took on new meaning. Rather than blending in, it stood out. Worn across a spectrum of silhouettes and contexts, from tailored jungle jackets layered over crisp shirts and ties to slouchy cargo pants paired with denim and trucker caps, camo didn't feel like military cosplay but rather its own sartorial statement.
Fashion United
a day ago
- Business
- Fashion United
Pitti Uomo: Homme Plissé Issey Miyake embraces Italian spirit
Homme Plissé Issey Miyake presented its collection at the Italian menswear trade show Pitti Uomo, drawing inspiration from the country and its people. The menswear line from the eponymous Japanese designer used the opportunity, following its time at Paris Fashion Week, to embark on a new path, a spokesperson explained at the press conference on Wednesday before the show. 'Open Studio' is the new chapter for the label known for its pleated pieces. It was presented for the first time in Florence with an exhibition and catwalk show. Country and people Homme Plissé Issey Miyake exhibition showcased various objects and inspirations for SS26 Credits: Ole Spötter for FashionUnited For this, the design team left its Tokyo studio and travelled to Italy to capture the Italian lifestyle. The team studied the colours of various objects and surfaces in Italian cities; from a glass of red wine to an anchor to the wall of a house. Based on this, the designers created an extensive colour palette for the SS26 collection. Homme Plissé Issey Miyake SS26 Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight The local communities, as well as the journey itself, also became part of the inspiration. Homme Plissé Issey Miyake showcased an asymmetric 'painter's' waistcoat, which, with its many compartments and pockets, was perfect for the team's brushes and paints on the trip. In addition, various voluminous jackets were part of the collection, which could be transformed into the piece's transport bag with a few hand movements. Homme Plissé Issey Miyake SS26 Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight 'Open Studio' will remain part of the Homme Plissé Issey Miyake concept in the coming seasons and will be an opportunity for the design team to explore new places and find inspiration. This article was translated to English using an AI tool. FashionUnited uses AI language tools to speed up translating (news) articles and proofread the translations to improve the end result. This saves our human journalists time they can spend doing research and writing original articles. Articles translated with the help of AI are checked and edited by a human desk editor prior to going online. If you have questions or comments about this process email us at info@
Fashion Network
4 days ago
- Business
- Fashion Network
Lectra names Maximilien Abadie as deputy CEO
Lectra, the French specialist in digital solutions and cutting equipment for the soft materials industry, has appointed Maximilien Abadie, a member of its executive committee, as deputy CEO. Abadie has been working at Lectra for nearly 14 years. He was named head of strategy and products in 2022, having previously been in charge of corporate acquisitions and partnerships. Abadie notably masterminded the acquisitions of TextileGenesis and Launchmetrics, the eighth and ninth acquisitions made by Lectra since 2018. 'He has enabled the group to expand and assume a new dimension,' said CEO Daniel Harari. 'His main mission will be to continue to accelerate the deployment of our SaaS (software as a service) services. I have no doubt that he will manage to enable Lectra to reach new milestones in extending our services, whose positive impact on our business model we have already seen.' Lectra said that Abadie, working alongside the CEO and the executive committee, will be in charge of defining the group's strategy as well as its deployment. He will still oversee the group's external growth initiatives, while also supervising Lectra's product strategy. In 2024, Lectra reported revenue of €526,7 million, equivalent to 10% growth over fiscal 2023, with EBITDA of €91.1 million, up 15%.
Fashion Network
13-06-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Lectra names Maximilien Abadie as deputy managing director
Lectra, the French specialist in digital solutions and cutting equipment for the soft materials industry, has appointed Maximilien Abadie, a member of its executive committee, as deputy managing director. Abadie has been working at Lectra for nearly 14 years. He was named head of strategy and products in 2022, having previously been in charge of corporate acquisitions and partnerships. Abadie notably masterminded the acquisitions of TextileGenesis and Launchmetrics, the eighth and ninth acquisitions made by Lectra since 2018. 'He has enabled the group to expand and assume a new dimension,' said CEO Daniel Harari. 'His main mission will be to continue to accelerate the deployment of our SaaS (software as a service) services. I have no doubt that he will manage to enable Lectra to reach new milestones in extending our services, whose positive impact on our business model we have already seen.' Lectra said that Abadie, working alongside the CEO and the executive committee, will be in charge of defining the group's strategy as well as its deployment. He will still oversee the group's external growth initiatives, while also supervising Lectra's product strategy. In 2024, Lectra reported revenue of €526,7 million, equivalent to 10% growth over fiscal 2023, with EBITDA of €91.1 million, up 15%.
Fashion Network
13-06-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Lectra names Maximilien Abadie as deputy managing director
Lectra, the French specialist in digital solutions and cutting equipment for the soft materials industry, has appointed Maximilien Abadie, a member of its executive committee, as deputy managing director. Abadie has been working at Lectra for nearly 14 years. He was named head of strategy and products in 2022, having previously been in charge of corporate acquisitions and partnerships. Abadie notably masterminded the acquisitions of TextileGenesis and Launchmetrics, the eighth and ninth acquisitions made by Lectra since 2018. 'He has enabled the group to expand and assume a new dimension,' said CEO Daniel Harari. 'His main mission will be to continue to accelerate the deployment of our SaaS (software as a service) services. I have no doubt that he will manage to enable Lectra to reach new milestones in extending our services, whose positive impact on our business model we have already seen.' Lectra said that Abadie, working alongside the CEO and the executive committee, will be in charge of defining the group's strategy as well as its deployment. He will still oversee the group's external growth initiatives, while also supervising Lectra's product strategy. In 2024, Lectra reported revenue of €526,7 million, equivalent to 10% growth over fiscal 2023, with EBITDA of €91.1 million, up 15%.
