Photography by Patricia Buren and Edward Wendt
On Tuesday evening, September 17th, Neapolitan luxury house Kiton unveiled its Spring-Summer 2025 Women’s Collection inviting us on a journey that celebrates the art of coming home. Aptly titled "Homecoming," this collection is the second chapter of Kiton's "A Grand Journey" series curated by Maria Giovanna Paone.
A Grand Homecoming
Kiton, a bastion of Italian excellence, has always sought to transport Naples to the world. This season, however, the brand reverses the flow, infusing its heritage with global inspirations. The resulting collection feels both familiar and refreshingly new.
A Palette of Memories
The color story of the collection is a poetic ode to nature and art. Deep blues reminiscent of the Mediterranean, earthy browns that speak of sun-baked Italian soil, and sunset oranges create a canvas that's at once grounding and uplifting. These hues, evocative of Vermeer or Klimt, become emotions translated into fabric.
Kiton's signature attention to detail shines through in silks, and cottons as they construct voluminous and tactile forms. Tiny bird's eye weaves add depth and luster to surfaces, while innovative pattern variations have become quintessentially Kiton.
Tailored jackets maintain a sharp shoulder line but soften as they drape the body. Ribbon belts cinch prints on the finest cottons and silks, creating a dialogue between structure and fluidity. Wide-legged trousers offer comfort and panache, perfect for the woman on the move.
This season, Kiton introduces iconic bucket bags that playfully dance between rigidity and softness. Suede bags in rich hues complement the ready-to-wear pieces, adding a touch of luxury to both travel ensembles and evening attires.
The Kiton Woman: Global Citizen, Italian at Heart
What emerges is a portrait of the Kiton woman: a global citizen grounded in elegance. She's equally at ease in a double-breasted cashmere coat in Milan as she is in a cotton sarong on a distant beach. This collection gives her the versatility to navigate diverse settings while always carrying a piece of home with her.
The collection debuted upon a fictitious boardwalk runway at Palazzo Kiton in Milan, transformed into an exhibition space that narrates "A Grand Journey." Here, amidst symbolic piers and evocative settings, Kiton will not just showcase clothes but tell a story of tradition, innovation, and the warmth of coming home.
Kiton’s Spring-Summer 2025 Women’s collection is a thoughtful reminder of the enduring power of heritage. It's not only about where we're going, but where we come from – and how beautifully the two can coexist.
