Source: CCTV.com

03-01-2009 09:00

Navarra has unveiled its new Womenswear Autumn/Winter collection during Milan Fashion Week. And with the designs came a glimpse into the future.

Models paraded down the catwalk in structured, futuristic garments, mostly in black.

However Gaetano Navarra did experiment with greys and silvers.

Models paraded down the catwalk in structured, futuristic garments,  mostly in black.

Gold and beige also made brief appearance.

Dresses with sharp tailoring and prominent and extended shoulders featured heavily in the collection.

They were accessorized with high-waisted patent belts, black studded biker-style gloves and black hoods. And on occasion elaborate rose petal effect hats.

Asymmetrical dresses with thigh high splits and one shoulder exposed also appeared, adding to the futuristic feel of the collection.

Asymmetrical dresses with thigh high splits and one shoulder exposed  also appeared, adding to the futuristic feel of the collection.

Navarra used a wide range of textures and fabrics -- particularly on jackets and dresses.

Although dresses dominated the collection, baggy trousers feature prominently.

They were teamed with cropped fitted jackets or tops made from layered satin. And in some of the designs, one arm was covered with a large puffball sleeve.

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Editor:Zhao Yanchen