Simply Abu Dhabi Magazine XXI

1 3 9 S I M P LY A B U DH A B I It was during this post-war era, when the Italians were on their knees economically, that cork, raffia and humble cotton – materials previously ignored by high-class fashion houses – were all utilised for high end products. Nothing would stop the bella ragazzi looking glamorous. This was clearly at the forefront of Domenico Dolce’s and Stefano Gabbana’s minds when they designed their spring/summer collection, celebrating Italy in all its present and past glory. Slim skirt suits in crochet raffia, delectable straw bucket bags decorated with pom-poms, sandals with cork or painted wood heels and simple cotton- poplin sun-dresses all nod to Italy’s post-war period.