D&G NO MORE?

Rumours have been flying around during Milan Fashion week that Domenico Dolce & Stefano Gabbana have decided to merge D&G with their high-end signature line Dolce & Gabbana.

The line which generally appeals to their younger clientele is a pivotal part for the Dolce & Gabbana brand as it brings in almost £330 milion per year but has also infiltrated the commercial market in such a big way with its expansion in accessories, fragrances and other brand extension products.

There is no official statement yet from the Italian fashion house but we certainly do hope that this is not true!

By Andreas Menelaou Features Assistant

Dolce & Gabbana "Sartoria Eccentrica" A/W 2011-12

The good thing about Dolce&Gabbana; they never dissappoint!

If any designer knows how to celebrate and interpret glamour of the seventies into a sleek and contemporary show, that's  Stefano and Domenico.

The show was oozing polished testosterone with half naked models sashaying down the runway, Bryan Ferry playing in the background, plastered all over the classic "Icon"t-shirt and new proportions were introduced re-tailoring prototypical silhouettes.

Referencing Bryan Ferry's own unique London style, the boys were sporting shrunken coats and low-rise multi pocketed pants, suspenders and shiny chunky brushed shoes.The  colour palette of red,bordeaux, purple,grey and black was very cinematic dangerous,dark and mysterious and the luxurious fabrics velvet velour, faux fur and painted leather contributed considerably to the heavily rock influenced atmosphere of Sartoria Eccentrica.

By Andreas Menelaou Features Assistant