The Milan Women's Spring-Summer 2027 Fashion Week, scheduled from September 22 to 28, is set to highlight the importance of craftsmanship in Italy's fashion industry, which has seen a slowdown in recent months. The event will feature around sixty shows and showrooms, showcasing collections from both renowned Italian and international fashion houses. The week will begin with Vogue World: Milano, a special fashion show celebrating Italian craftsmanship. This event will take place in the historic Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and will include performances by celebrities like Roberto Bolle and Alex Consani. eBay has partnered with Vogue as the official provider of vintage and pre-loved fashion items for the event, with proceeds from ticket sales going toward renovating the public library in Quarto Oggiaro. One of the highlights of the week will be the debut show by Moschino, presented by the design duo Loris Messina and Simone Rizzo, who previously gained recognition with their brand Sunnei. At Gucci, designer Demna will unveil his second highly anticipated collection, while Maria Grazia Chiuri will present her second show for Fendi. International designers will also be featured, including Portuguese brands Marques'Almeida and Miguel Vieira, and Ecuadorian designer Neithan Ruiz, who will present their first shows in Milan. This will also be the final collection from Glenn Martens at Diesel, with his successor yet to be named but expected to remain within the Diesel group at Maison Martin Margiela. According to Toni Belloni, president of LVMH Italy, the fashion industry faced challenges at the start of 2026 but showed resilience in the second half of the year. The Italian Fashion Chamber predicts a slight decline in sector turnover by 1.6 percent for the entire year, though cosmetics are growing and clothing is showing signs of recovery. Shoes, however, continue to struggle. Carlo Capasa, president of the Italian Fashion Chamber, described the industry's ability to withstand these challenges as a "miracle." Prada has opened a new flagship store in the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, the location of the brand's founding in 1913. The store features an underground gallery, a museum, and private lounges. Dior has also launched a new multi-floor store on Montenapoleone Street, which includes a restaurant managed by chef Enrico Bartolini. LVMH has made significant investments in Loro Piana, a luxury textile brand, by opening a new factory in Ghemme, Piedmont. The factory employs nearly 200 workers and produces high-quality sweaters and knitted items. Frédéric Arnault, general director of Loro Piana, stated that the new facility reinforces the brand's commitment to Italian craftsmanship and vertical integration.