As a new generation seeks out vintage Armani on eBay, the label is leaning into its own archive. The Armani renaissance is officially on.

Here are the key takeaways from Milan Fashion Week Men’s Autumn/Winter 2025. As Vogue Runway ’s Luke Leitch puts it, there was a willingness to “both appreciate and undermine convention” in Milan this season, as designers explored less conventional styles and injected a sense of freedom into their collections.

The collection enticed with soft and luxurious fabrics including velvet, loose and comfortable fits, and an array of terrific coats.

Jury selection is scheduled to begin Tuesday in a trial against A$AP Rocky, who is charged with firing a gun at a former friend and could get a decades-long prison sentence if convicted. The 36-year-old has pleaded not guilty to two felony counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm,

Winter menswear trends out of Milan, including monochromatic palettes, oversized silhouettes, and fashion that embraces individuality.

Stars including Adrien Brody and Joe Alwyn gathered at Giorgio Armani HQ in Milan, to witness a shimmering collection in jewelled tones. (Jan. 21)

Yes, awards season may be taking over the headlines these days, but let’s not forget about the new fashion season. Before couture and womenswear lead the conversation, menswear is acting as an especially satisfying appetizer, kicking things off with shows in Florence, Milan, and Paris.

The runway shows by Prada, Giorgio Armani and Emporio Armani and Zegna, which anchored the four-day calendar, were widely praised, as were the presentations from tailoring brands ranging from Brunello Cucinelli to Brioni.

The clothes had their usual tradition and elegance. But the brand added an option for its loyal customers to shop almost straight from the Milanese catwalk.

If there was one major unifying theme for Milan Men’s this season, it was seduction. “Unpremeditated contrasts result in unexpected and seductive combinations,” was the key to Prada’s brilliantly mismatched collection which saw floral cowboy boots meeting golfing tartan in a push-back against clean styling.

Moncler, the Italian luxury brand, has named fashion communications and marketing executive Rod Manley as international chief brand officer effective January 20. In this newly created role, Manley reports to Moncler’s Chief Brand Officer, Gino Fisanotti, who has held the role since 2021.