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Jil Sander Fall/Winter 2014 | Milan Fashion Week

Jil Sander Fall 2014–Back in October, Jil Sander abruptly announced that she was leaving her eponymous label. Without a creative director in place, the fall-winter 2014 show had to go on, and it did so with an outing of sleek minimalism made by the house’s design team. The color palette for the season is fairly soothing–there is plenty of black, pink, grey and light blue. Deceptively simple dresses are decorated with unexpected folds and pleats as well as asymmetric hemlines. Coats are sculpted with high collars and no embellishments while wedged heels are the shoe of choice for the Sander woman’s fall.

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Roberto Cavalli Fall/Winter 2014 | Milan Fashion Week

Roberto Cavalli Fall 2014–With a runway setting featuring a giant ring of fire, Roberto Cavalli made it clear that extravagance is key to his fall-winter 2014 collection. The influences vary according to the show notes–equestrian style, flapper chic and hunting parties are all mentioned. However, looking at the clothes, one must think that the Cavalli woman looks to be at her rock and roll goddess best for fall. Shaggy fur coats, fringe embellished gowns and peek-a-boo details brings a powerful sensuality to the new season. Bold prints are a given; some even mimicking fire with licks of red flames adorning the bottoms of gowns.

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Bottega Veneta Fall/Winter 2014 | Milan Fashion Week

Bottega Veneta Fall 2014–While last season was an exploration of texture, the fall-winter 2014 collection from Bottega Veneta saw creative director Tomas Maier embracing bold color and graphic prints for an outing of feminine strength. The silhouette that is replicated throughout the season is streamlined yet forgiving. No pants whatsoever, instead, the Bottega woman opts for pleated skirts and cocktail dresses that cinch near the waist and flow out until they hit below the knee. Accessories also embrace color with exotic textiles as finely crafted clutches, top-handles and totes.

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Versace Fall/Winter 2014 | Milan Fashion Week

Versace Fall 2014–Donatella Versace aimed for a cleaned up and simplified outing with Versace’s fall-winter 2014 collection. The Italian fashion house’s revamped look certainly did not mean a doing away of its trademarked sensuality. Versace presented bias cut dresses for a body-conscious look featuring glimpses of skin. Elsewhere, the fall season embraces military inspired ornaments embellished over coats, on top of dresses as well as slim-cut pantsuits. The rock and roll, party girl spirit came out in the form of short mini dresses decorated with sparkles and studs galore.