MILAN (AP) – The final day highlights of Armani and DSquared2 always make a rather odd pairing, representing in many ways the two poles of Milan fashion.
Armani, who celebrates 40 years of his fashion brand this year, was a founding protagonist of the Milan fashion scene, and has made a name for himself by creating enduring looks, with a focus on detailing and elegance, not flash-by trends.
Dean and Dan Caten, the Canadian twins behind the DSquared2 label, are on the more extravagant end of the fashion spectrum, with audacious styles that cross the border into camp.
What they share is a vision for Milan that they are willing to invest in.
Armani is the fashion world’s ambassador to the world Expo 2015 opening May 1 in Milan, using his renown to promote the event to the fashion crowd. He is currently working on a retrospective exhibit to open on the eve of the world’s fair opening, along with a runway show of his greatest hits.