Fendi’s Fall-Winter 2025 collection marked a monumental moment for the iconic Italian fashion house, as it celebrated its 100th anniversary during Milan Fashion Week. Founded in 1925 by Edoardo and Adele Fendi, the brand has remained at the forefront of luxury fashion, blending heritage with innovation. This centenary show, conceptualized by Silvia Venturini Fendi, the creative force behind the brand’s menswear—and, for this show, womenswear—was a stunning tribute to Fendi’s rich, plush history, whether real or imagined. According to shownotes shared by the brand, Venturini Fendi touched upon the nostalgia-tinged memories and fantasies of her late grandparents, the founders of the house, and what Fendi means today.
The runway featured a dazzling array of 86 looks, combining historical house motifs with modern silhouettes and luxurious materials. From elegant fur coats to ribbed knit dresses with scalloped hems and masterfully crafted leather goods, the collection showcased Fendi’s dedication to artistry and quality, all core tenets of the house. Guests were taken into a space reminiscent of the brand’s atelier where, in the ’60s and ’70s, the Fendi family turned into a personal party saloon.
The event was a star-studded affair, with of-the-moment models such as Paloma Elsesser and Alex Consani walking the runway, while celebrities like Sarah Jessica Parker, a long-time friend of the house and Fendi muse, added to the celebration from the front row. Given this is one of Silvia Venturini Fendi’s first co-ed collection and one of the strongest to date, there’s certainly plenty to celebrate over in Milan.
(Famous) Friends of The House
As one of the largest shows during Milan Fashion Week, anyone who’s anyone wants a seat at Fendi. Supermodels and rising stars like Adriana Lima, Mona Tougaard, Alex Consani, Paloma Elsesser, Amelia Grey, Gabriette and more took to the catwalk in celebration of the brand’s 100th anniversary collection. In the front row were recognizable friends of the brand as well, including Who What Wear’s latest cover star, Hailee Seinfeld, Sarah Jessica Parker, Elizabeth Olsen and Challengers director Luca Guadagnino
