Dolce & Gabbana unveiled its next spring lineup under the title Ciao Kim during Milan Fashion Week, with Kim Kardashian serving as curator and playing an active role in shaping the shown proposals. The collaboration brought a unique blend of streetwise glamour and theatrical storytelling to the runway, marking a collaborative moment between a global fashion house and a contemporary media icon.
As the lights faded on the catwalk, media attention intensified. A chorus of cheers from photographers and fans echoed with a shout of admiration for Kardashian, followed by a large black-and-white video montage on the screen that captured the celebrity enjoying a plate of spaghetti. This cinematic interlude signaled a shift in mood as models emerged wearing silhouettes that fused corsetry with sheer layers, creating a provocative yet elegant balance between structure and transparency.
Several looks drew particular notice for the way they mirrored a design language first imagined by the duo, yet presented with a modern, aspirational edge. The atmosphere felt almost cinematic, as if the collection were a dialog between D&G’s signature craft and Kardashian’s influence as a contemporary muse who navigates both fashion and media spaces with poise. The overall aesthetic celebrated bold lines, rich textures, and a fearless approach to form and fabric.
For the finale, Kardashian herself appeared on the runway in a sleek, black sequined dress, flanked by the designers. The moment underscored the collaborative spirit of the show and provided a memorable culmination to the presentation, leaving the audience with a clear impression of unity between the house’s heritage and Kardashian’s modern vision.
A public note accompanied the spectacle: what began as a casual dinner conversation with Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana evolved into a multi-month creative journey. The collection was curated to reflect Kardashian’s personal archives of style, with selections that resonated across her wardrobe and media footprint. The process involved thorough review of every look to ensure an authentic blend of iconic flair and fresh interpretation, drawing inspiration from the period spanning 1987 to the present and translating it into contemporary pieces that could live beyond the runway. Kardashian reflected on the experience, acknowledging the influence of timeless fashion icons and the thrill of steering a legacy forward in a way that feels both reverent and new.
Throughout the design and development phases, the team highlighted Kardashian’s leadership as a guiding force, inviting not only participation from SKIMS but also a direct hand in shaping the narrative and silhouette choices. The stories of Linda Evangelista and Monica Bellucci, seen on earlier Dolce & Gabbana runways, were cited as touchstones that informed the collection’s ambition while empowering a new era of creative direction. The partnership aimed to celebrate confidence, craftsmanship, and expressive silhouettes that could resonate with a broad audience across North America and beyond, reinforcing the enduring relevance of Dolce & Gabbana in a modern, image-driven fashion landscape. (Source: Dolce & Gabbana communications)