GX Fashion Week Milano - a Symphony of Art and Glamour

The Milan Fashion Week has drawn its curtains, leaving the city's historic centre vibrant with the artistic expressions of the fashion industry. From photoshoots and social stories to live presentations on the runway, Milan always upheld its status as the global epicentre of glamour. On September 23rd, within the enchanting interiors of the “Fondazione Stelline” Palace, the GX Fashion Week unfolded, a masterpiece orchestrated by the esteemed Gentiana Dervishi, a well-known and respected figure in the industry and the president of Showteam Association.

Renowned designers showcased their latest trends and artisanal, sustainable innovations, capturing the audience and critics with their elegantly unique creations. Their distinctive style and expertise in combining elements solidified unforgettable, one-of-a-kind pieces that anticipated future trends. Their offerings were praised for their originality.

Sonila Harizi, an Albanian designer behind the DSA Dream Store Albania brand, has been managing a men's clothing business for 25 years. Her venture into women's fashion with magnificent ceremonial dresses has garnered resonance in Eastern Europe and the Balkan countries. She emphasized direct engagement with customers, studying their tastes and trends to choose fabrics and artistic combinations for tailored designs meticulously.

Fouad Guerfi, Algerian designer under the brand Maison de Couture, after years of apprenticeship in his hometown Batna, a place flourishing with local craftsmanship, pursued education in prestigious Parisian haute couture schools. He created his first brand in 1990 and achieved success in Paris and Washington. His theme "You Better Fly butterfly" revisited traditional costumes from various regions of Algeria.

Margarita Kola, Albanian designer under the brand Atelier Margot, showcased her collection dedicated to strong women. With decades of experience and training in her home country and further honing her skills in Greece, where she lived for a considerable period, she has produced for major designers and seen her garments promoted worldwide.