Milan fashion forces rally against the gloom

Terror attacks around the world and the recent death of style icon David Bowie form a gloomy backdrop for the winter 2016/17 menswear shows that kick off here on Friday. “Fashion represents one of the great strong points of our Western culture,” Capasa told AFP. More than 40 catwalk shows are scheduled for the latest mens fashion week in the Italian style capital with the big Italian names like Armani, Dolce & Gabbana and Prada complemented by a handful of international brands, including Britain's Vivienne Westwood.

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Milan fashion forces rally against the gloom