Milan Fashion Week is always a show, but this season’s power moved from the runway to the front rows. They were commanded not by the loudest trends, but by a generation of stars whose style speaks to collected wisdom. This was fashion as a second language – fluent, personal, and profoundly confident. For a look at the week’s most powerful moments, the proof is in the details below.
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Solange Knowles At Ferragamo
Few artists have an aesthetic as confidently worn as Solange Knowles. Her appearance at the Ferragamo Spring 2026 show had that on full display in the sharp, pointed booties, embellished with the brand’s signature F-buckle hardware – a nod to the house’s legacy that added a fierce dimension. Draped in a look that was both tailored and fluid, Solange’s ensemble embraced this duality of structure and movement. The final, powerful accents came in the details, like the fur trim on her leather bag, proving her ability to curate a head-to-toe narrative.
RM At Bottega Veneta
As one of the most anticipated events of Milan Fashion Week, Louise Trotter’s Bottega Veneta debut attracted a constellation of stars, with BTS leader RM among them. He wore a monochromatic beige look that married architectural minimalism with a downtown ease. RM’s interpretation of the brand’s codes featured layered chains and oversized sunglasses, which provided a sharp, colour-lifting contrast to the neutral palette. His short hair, touched with grey highlights, echoed the outfit’s muted tones, solidifying the K-Pop idol’s status as a front-row fashion icon.
Miranda Priestley & Co. At Dolce & Gabbana
Method acting? At Milan Fashion Week? Groundbreaking – no, really, groundbreaking. The most viral moment from this year’s Italian fashion hub was undoubtably Meryl Streep, Stanley Tucci, and Simone Ashley’s appearance – in character for ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ – at the Dolce & Gabbana show. Dressed in head-to-toe Dolce looks, their looks whispered pure elegance, with all eyes on Miranda Priestly. Complementing her vinyl cream trench and matching pumps was, of course, a striking pair of sunglasses. So, did the show get a nod, a smile, or the dreaded purse of the lips? We’ll have to wait and see.
Hilary Duff At Fendi
Hilary Duff brought what dreams are made of to the front row at Fendi’s Spring/Summer 2026 show, marking her first fashion week appearance in nearly a decade. In a spirited take on colourblocking, Duff turned heads in a relaxed strawberry-red blouse with rolled-up sleeves, which she paired with a silky pistachio-green midi skirt and complemented with a neon pink woven Fendi bag. Starting her return to the front row with such a strong look, here’s hoping this is just the tip of the iceberg for her style game.
David Jonsson At Gucci
Fresh off heating up cinema screens in ‘The Long Walk,’ David Jonsson made a sartorial splash at Gucci’s Spring/Summer 2026 show – turning heads in a sharp chocolate-brown velvet suit that radiated a confident, quiet luxury. In a look unmistakably Gucci, the subtle GG monogram pattern woven into the fabric of Jonsson’s suit matched the pop of his similarly monogrammed red and brown tie. Complemented by a crisp pink shirt underneath, Jonsson masterfully fused classic Gucci heritage with a present-day edge, channelling the audacious refinement of the brand’s newest era under Demna.
Eiza González At Prada
Eiza González’s front-row appearance for Prada sits firmly at the intersection of athletic ease and polished dressing, defined by a confident play of textures. Her love of a suede midi skirt will please fellow Prada devotees, and her clever layering of a technical sports jacket will inspire you to rethink the boundaries of your own separates. Eiza’s look also veered into masterful accessory territory, from the graphic punch of chunky aviators to the precise line of slingback heels. As you’d expect, it was all tied together with a singular, statement bag – the white Prada Dada – proving that high-impact style and undeniable comfort can, in fact, go hand-in-hand.
Michelle Yeoh At Bottega Veneta
Michelle Yeoh made a commanding entrance at Bottega Veneta’s Spring/Summer 2026 show, stepping out in Madame Pumps-first style with undeniable presence and poise. Dripping in Bottega signatures, she layered dark neutrals into a sharp look: a black denim shirt and pants paired with a sleek black leather blouson jacket, all grounded by towering, crocodile-embossed platform pumps. The monochrome palette was deftly broken by a crisp white cotton tank, dramatic white earrings, and – most notably – a structured white Campana tote by Bottega. With her self-assured stride and minimalist yet vivid styling, Yeoh owned the front row like only she can.
Jin At Gucci
Part of the mini-wave of BTS members reaffirming their status as global style icons was an intensely stylish Jin at Milan Fashion Week’s Gucci show. Dressed in a crisp white shirt with more than a few buttons left undone, Jin mastered a classic black-and-white colour scheme with unrestricted, wide-legged black trousers that enhanced the outfit’s graceful silhouette. The look was anchored by an iconic double G-buckled belt and a black Jackie 1961 bag, fusing classic tailoring with a modern, easy fit that epitomised ‘less is more.’ With this appearance, Jin’s role as a global brand ambassador for Gucci’s Demna era is officially, and stylishly, underway.
Iman At Tod’s
As a supermodel, activist, and enduring icon, Iman possesses a front-row presence that is both a privilege and a definitive lesson in style longevity. Her appearance at the Tod’s show demonstrated her authoritative grasp of luxury, transforming a sumptuous leather trench into a dress with regal, instinctual confidence. This decisive gesture found its foundation in a pair of knee-high python boots, a choice that highlighted the brand’s craftsmanship while radiating the kind of unshakeable authority that has defined her career. The look wasn’t just worn; it was commanded, asserting that her radiance is not just timeless, but an active force in fashion.
Naomi Watts’ Week Of Winning Looks
It’s no secret we look to Naomi Watts for her timeless Hollywood poise, and her presence at Milan Fashion Week reaffirmed her precise style intelligence. In a career spanning decades, she’s moved from iconic film roles to founding her own wellness brand, all while maintaining a signature grace. Further adding to her appeal? She’s a proud fashion muse and, this season, a front-row mother. Think a sleek grey Fendi suit sharpened with straight-leg trousers, or the soft Hollywood glamour she brought to Ferragamo. She demonstrated an effortless approach to contemporary luxury in an oversized Tod’s pantsuit paired with suede accessories. Each look, of course, was perfectly complemented by her signature wavy French bob and the genuine pride she showed while supporting her daughter, model Kai Schreiber, on the runway.
Born in Korea and raised in Hong Kong, Min Ji has combined her degree in anthropology and creative writing with her passion for going on unsolicited tangents as an editor at Friday Club. In between watching an endless amount of movies, she enjoys trying new cocktails and pastas while occasionally snapping a few pictures.
