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he international fashion circuit kicks off with menswear in Italy, and as the shows take place in the heat of Milan, they are perfectly timed for presenting on the catwalk what we will see in a year’s time on the streets all over the world. This season it was all about relaxed style — from silk eveningwear to driving blousons and comfortable and flexible suede moccasins. The look is elegant but not formal, a grown-up take on warm-weather chic.

Montblanc’s looks come in a subtle summer colour palette

Brunello Cucinelli’s leather is lightweight

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