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MANILA, Philippines - No longer relegated to the fashion elite of the West, the latest and hottest Italian finds are now accessible to Manila’s fashion-forward set through Linea Italia Group.
“It has always been wise to invest in Italian fashion,” says Freddy Panicucci, the style visionary behind Linea Italia Group. “You can never go wrong if you have Italian clothes in your closet: they are elegant, stylish and versatile.” Just like the brand’s latest fashion collection now available in all Linea Italia stores.
The ladies can go for the elegant, the modern, and the feminine, as seen on the runways of Milan or at red-carpet affairs. Just Cavalli features a rich color palette of hot pinks, purples, blues and whites. It highlights one’s femininity with clingy fabrics and bold silhouettes.
Just as adventurous as Just Cavalli are denims from Versace Jeans Couture, which are known for flattering a woman’s contour.
Liu Jo, an emerging Italian brand, features modish woven blouses, asymmetrical dresses, plus cardigans and leather jackets. In earth tones like browns and nudes, the Liu Jo has beaded dresses that raise the feminine factor.
There are also delightful frocks from Aniyeby, featuring reversible cocktail dresses that can go from early-evening high tea to late-night parties. This collection features dainty prints and vibrant colors.
Alysi combines casual, dressy, and formal pieces. With a lush color palette of purple, fuchsia, beige, emerald green, red and gray, Alysi features flattering maxi dresses, silk tops and denims, among others.
“Whether you’re attending a formal gala or heading for a night out with your friends, we have the perfect pieces to dress you up,” says Panicucci. “After all, Linea Italia is a multi-brand fashion house with high fashion content.”
As for men, Panicucci explains, “Linea Italia is beefing up its collection of suits for men so Filipinos can have authentic and elegant pieces in their closets. They need to sell and present themselves in a good way to be confident. Wearing Italian suits is a great way to start.”
Men can look dapper in suits, long- sleeve shirts and dress pants from Versace Jeans Couture, Just Cavalli, Cerruti, Valentino, Romeo Gigli, Gianfranco Ferre and Viapiana with matching ties by Trussardi and Le Copains and formal leather shoes by Marco Gabbriellini.
For more casual outings, Just Cavalli has long-sleeves or casual shirts, paired with chic jeans, while Versace Jeans Couture’s of-the-moment denims look hip with their intricately detailed shirts, or sharp jackets and polos.
Joining Panicucci is Paolo Giacopini, his Italian associate and exclusive supplier of clothes direct from Italy and Marco Gabbriellini for the shoes and boots.
“Like the Italians, Filipinos crave sophistication in fashion,” says Panicucci. “We encourage our customers to use fashion to their advantage. Dressing up should be fun, bold and daring. Feel free to explore and see how fashion changes you and makes you look good and more confident.”
Clothes from the latest collection are available at Linea Uomo and Linea Italia at SM Megamall B, Primalinea at Greenbelt 3, Linea Uomo at Park Square 1; Primalinea, Linea Uomo and Linea Italia at Ayala Cebu, Viva at SM Cebu; Corso Marconi at 2305 Marconi St., Makati City; and Corso Marconi at A.C. Cortez Ave., Mandaue City Cebu.
