The Textile Eye - Report 21
Milan Vanguard
Step into the vibrant world of Milan Design Week with our comprehensive report. This year, Salone del Mobile shattered attendance records, and Fuorisalone featured sensory-rich installations that engaged the imagination. Get inspired by the vibrant and complex color palettes that lit up Milan, from bold reds and burgundies to neon chartreuse to sophisticated new neutrals. Our report delves into new offerings in textiles, from practical questions like “What will the next body cloth be?” to spectacular highlights such as couture-pieced shearling upholstery and handwoven vegan “fur.” From leading luxury brands to the emerging talents highlighted at SaloneSatellite, experience the best of the intersection of tradition and innovation.
What’s inside:
Curated Design Analysis:
10 themes covering the most compelling new collections
20 color palettes and shades from vivid to subtle
4 treatments providing insight into trends in manufacturing techniques
A overview of the work of over 300 brands, makers & designers
Paola Navone: Crafting a World with Wit and Wisdom
SaloneSatellite Turns 25: As a launchpad for emerging designers under 35, the influential design event celebrates a milestone anniversary
Seven Exclusive Interviews & Profiles:
Q&As with industry insiders including Paola Bertoldo of l’Opificio, Paboy Bojang, Marta Cucchia of Giuditta Brozzetti, and SaloneSatellite alumni Hsiang Han Hsu, Mariam Hazem & Hend Riad of Reform Studio, Elisa Strozyk, and Yuri Himuro
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Cover image: Issue Miyake x We Make Carpets
