Do Italians really live life with more passion? Italy is renowned for its meticulous attention to detail and obsessive pursuit of form without the compromise of function. Food, fashion, film—Italians seem to have an innate ability to harness the power of desire and translate it into every one of their creative endeavors. Their passion is palpable, and it’s this very passion that elevates their creations to the status of masterpieces. For those of us who aren’t fortunate enough to call Italy our home, we gaze upon their achievements with a deep sense of admiration and respect, and savor all things that makes our Vitas the much more Dolce.
Ferrari, the legendary Italian automaker whose name is practically synonymous with the nation, has a deep connection with profound force and unwavering devotion of desire. It sees its craft—building some of the most high performance automobiles in the world—as an answer to the call of desire. This was made abundantly clear by Ferrari at the unveiling of its Spring/Summer 2024 collection at Teatro Alcione during Milano Fashion Week.
Ferrari Creative Director Rocco Iannone is well accustomed with the power of desire. He embarks on a journey towards a realm of intricate simplicity and pure transcendence. For Iannone, it’s an understanding that emotions, not mere objects, pave the way for an inspiring collection that encapsulates the irresistible allure and dynamism of Ferrari.
Ferrari’s iconic style codes—racing, workwear, and tailoring—are carefully distilled, harmonized, and amplified, with a singular focus: celebrating the human form. The body takes center stage, its beauty and sensuality elevated through the very essence of form, color, and material.
Iannone transforms classic silhouettes by shifting between shortened, lengthened, and widened forms, adorned with curved lines, rounded sleeves, anatomical cuts, and exaggerated volumes. In the delicate dance between skin-tight fits and voluptuous proportions, Iannone…
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