In Milan’s Circolo Filologico, surrounded by historical charm, fashion house Borbonese introduced its Fall Winter 2024 collection. Dubbed the “Reading Club,” it was an invitation into a world where fashion meets intellect, against the backdrop of piano melodies and the quiet rustle of pages turning. This season, Dorian Tarantini and Matteo Mena brought to life a collection that is as much a tribute to the literary as it is to the sartorial.
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The setting was deliberate, a library space filled with the promise of knowledge, where the creations of Tarantini and Mena were displayed as narratives woven into the fabric of Borbonese‘s heritage. The atmosphere was charged with the intellectual buzz typical of a morning spent in the company of great thoughts and refined tastes, complemented by the soft-spoken luxury of breakfast served amongst branded notebooks and poetry volumes.
Borbonese’s “Reading Club” is an ode to the morning, a time of day that carries with it the potential of new beginnings and the quiet contemplation of the day ahead. It is here, in this club, that the Fall Winter 2024 collection finds its essence, drawing inspiration from the trailblazing women of the 20th century. From poets like Alda Merini and Patrizia Cavalli to architects and designers such as Gae Aulenti and Lina Bo Bardi, the collection pays homage to their radical yet refined vision of the world.
The Borbonese Fall Winter 2024 collection itself is a study in contrasts, balancing the rich craftsmanship of Borbonese with a fresh, youthful vibe. It navigates the day from nine to five with an effortless grace, embodied in pieces like the “Croissant” and “Bond” shoulder bags, which blend the practical with the poetic. The “Marìe” bag, with its minimalist elegance, and the re-edition of the “Sexy” style from 1972, demonstrate Borbonese’s ability to reinterpret its archives for the modern day, offering a range of options that speak to the diversity and dynamism of contemporary life.
Sustainability is woven through the collection as well, with the use of LWG-certified leather underscoring Borbonese’s commitment to responsible fashion. The iconic OP pattern is reimagined in the “Oyster” hobo bag, presenting a vision of luxury that is both conscious and captivating.
The collection shows its versatility with the “5 PM” shoulder bag, perfect for a sophisticated tea-time ensemble. The attention to detail and the reverence for the past, seen in the archival metal chain and clasp, exemplify the meticulous craftsmanship that Borbonese is renowned for.
