If you're on the outside looking in (or really, if you're on the inside, too), it might feel like the entire fashion industry can't get enough of Gucci. The Alessandro Michele effect is very much real — and no designer in recent history has gone from practically unknown to igniting a revolution in such a short amount of time. But the Italian creative director's influence hasn't just been seen on the catwalk. It's transformed the street style scene completely, too — and no place has that been more evident than, of course, at Milan Fashion Week.
One look at the slideshow ahead, and you'll see exactly what we mean: Countless outfits have Michele's name written all over them. But this is Italy, after all — where the roots of houses like Gucci, Fendi and Prada run deep. And for these women, it's about taking the items from these legacy brands and making them their own. Here's how they do it.
We wish we'd snapped up this Zara 'Girls Rule' faux leather jacket when we'd had the chance.
Photographed by Christian Viereg.
When the Cookie Monster went high fashion...
My Theresa buyer Tiffany Hsu wears a blue Saks Potts coat over a Gucci T-shirt.
Photographed by Cris Fragkou.
1-800-Hotline-Bling.
Photographed by Christian Viereg.
Anna Dello Russo wears a Fendi coat and little else.
Photographed by Christian Viereg.
Because the cold shoulder trend is still going strong.
Photographed by Christian Viereg.
There's a joke here somewhere about fashion peacocks actually wearing peacocks.
Photographed by Christian Viereg.
We've seen the two-coat trend pick up momentum, but two blazers? Adding this to our mood board immediately.
Photographed by Christian Viereg.
Brace yourselves: Camouflage is back with a vengeance.
Photographed by Christian Viereg.
R29's global editor-in-chief, Christene Barberich wears a statement red coat over jeans.
Photographed by Christian Viereg.
Friends who wear wide-legged trousers together, stick together.
Photographed by Cris Fragkou.
We love the white sunglasses, embellished waist belt and metallic boots worn with this Vetements dress.
Photographed by Cris Fragkou.
Follow Caroline Issa 's lead and make a trouser suit feel less formal by styling it with fun, bright-coloured pieces.
Photographed by Cris Fragkou.
Giovanna Engelbert wears a Junya Watanabe jacket and Sara Battaglia flared trousers, finished off with a Gucci bow.
Photographed by Christian Viereg.
Frayed hems aren't just for jeans.
Photographed by Cris Fragkou.
Metallic shoes are a seasonal must. Instead of silver, opt for a more versatile, subtle bronze shade.
Photographed by Cris Fragkou.
We're big fans of big earrings.
Photographed by Cris Fragkou.
10/10 for simple, understated chic.
Photographed by Cris Fragkou.
Tamu McPherson wears a navy blue coat over a textured, vinyl skirt.
Photographed by Cris Fragkou.
A lesson on wearing crochet in the middle of winter.
Photographed by Cris Fragkou.
We've seen patent coats, boots and even skin-tight patent trousers. But a turtleneck? This outfit is proof the trend can infiltrate any part of your wardrobe.
Photographed by Christian Viereg.
Soko wears full look Gucci outside the show.
Photographed by Cris Fragkou.
Blind for love.
Photographed by Christian Viereg.
That Loewe elephant bag.
Photographed by Christian Viereg.
Up your sleeve game with ribbons.
Photographed by Christian Viereg.
Blue is the warmest colour.
Photographed by Christian Viereg.
R29's global editor-in-chief Christene Barberich kills it in another statement coat.
Photographed by Christian Viereg.
Veronika Heilbrunner wears head-to-toe Gucci.
Photographed by Christian Viereg.
This Alberta Ferretti top is a reimagined version of your 'days of the week' underwear, and we're into it in a big way.
Photographed by Christian Viereg.
According to street style, your jacket should never actually be worn properly.
Photographed by Cris Fragkou.
Sometimes, a subtle pop of colour is all it takes to make your outfit next-level.
Photographed by Cris Fragkou.
Tamu McPherson coordinates in camel.
Photographed by Cris Fragkou.
Hari Nef wears a snake-adorned Gucci coat, over a Gucci dress, with Gucci lace tights and heels.
Photographed by Cris Fragkou.
The best way to way your belt this spring is over your clothes.
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