Fall-Winter 2005-2006 Collection of Zegna

Fall-Winter 2005-2006 Collection of Zegna
Fashion is not superfluous, but an intimate, personal element that clarifies, expresses and defines a mood.

The Zegna fall/winter collection, in search of that essence, was created for men of real substance, not ones who only care about appearances.

For these special men, clothing is an evident sign of their passions and interests.

The mood expresses the intellectual and creative atmosphere of the early sixties, a shining moment of inventiveness still restrained by plain, simple lines -- straight shoulders, slim pants, pointed narrow lapels - that still make a statement in today's fashion.

Four professional figures present four different portraits of men who are anything but superficial and intensely experience the passion and power of fashion and life.

The stage director chooses the casual, sporty look of light dip-dyed leather blouson jackets and flat front pants with an ironed crease that makes them look decidedly upper-class.

Tiny jacquard patterns are back with subtle motifs that decorate knitwear, and with scarves to be tied or softly draped on top of blouson jackets and blazers.

The slightly psychedelic 'Z' print is the leitmotif, appearing on the label of jeans and on belt buckles or printed on jerseys and, of course, on all accessories.

The diplomat, elegant and formal by necessity,