Bottega Veneta: Changing Gender Norms in High Fashion
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Milan 2026 saw Bottega Veneta’s height of sophistication with their winter show, of which showcased a plethora of gender-neutral outfits.
Many of the female models wore beanies to give them a more androgynous look, and faux fur coats and trench coats which are bulky in the shoulders. Such use of space is rarely traditionally seen on female models amid the height of the “skinny epidemic” that tends to plague women these days.
Sophisticated and modest pantsuit outfits further showed grey sweaters with grey dress trousers which are heavy on the model, as well as a beautiful red voluminous sweater over red pants.
The lack of form did not take away from the stunning nature of their presentation. In fact, it seems to be a healthy change for society to see outfits on models which do not place emphasis on their thinness. Imagine a million young female viewers watching the show online. To them, Bottega Veneta seems inspired to say: “being thin isn’t everything.”
Radiant, solid-color gowns and suits of varying colors: some black, some white, and some red grabbed the attention of the audience immediately. A large leather jacket is also shown, as well as bulkier dresses, sleek fur dresses and coats with matching caps. Yet it’s faux fur of course, along with other materials, having banned fur amid their platform since 2022.
Furthermore, it’s not just women wearing outfits which are more dominant and masculinizing, the men too can be seen wearing pink dress shirts and faux-fur coats around their waists highlighting their thinness and femininity. A sleek black fur gown which belles at the bottom and a long black leather trench coat emphasize that style is based on more than fit and form. Indeed, Bottega Veneta seems to be an Italian brand based on compassion and the goodness of human nature.
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