Bottega Veneta Runway Collection Winter 2023

Matthieu Blazy has concluded his trilogy of “Italian” shows for Bottega Veneta with the presentation of the Milan Fashion Week Winter 2023 House fashion show. By presenting his collection in groups of three, we can get a sense of where Blazy is taking Bottega Veneta post-Daniel Lee (who is now at Burberry). Blazy’s premiere focused on simplicity, defining the House code, and honing in on skincare that elevates everyday essentials, while SS23 expands this study on refinement with a comprehensive wardrobe tailored to Bottega Veneta lenses.

As for Winter 2023, the luxury label is stepping away from its interpretation of the basics, instead focusing its attention on the epitome of sophistication. Sure, signatures like the Intreccio weave adorn the bucket bag and oversized clutches – the latter being a big trend for the season to come – but it’s the focus on tailoring, cut, proportions, and fabrics that really define what Bottega’s future Veneta holds.

A shabby tweed dress coat envelopes the model made in an ostrich-effect leather tie and cable-knit socks that double as slippers, inviting a sense of comfort and relaxation as if one rolled out of bed ready for a day in Bottega Veneta. Likewise, the silky waffle knit wool dress that falls from its ribbed neckline into a looser silhouette as it flows to the body continues to suggest the brand is dressing you for all occasions, especially when you notice that underneath the chill-out worthy cut is a shirt situation. and tie.

It comes in many forms, from a bright red v-neck style to a cream polo neck version, all of which scream comfort. Sewing, on the other hand, is anything but simple. Instead, it’s sharp, perfectly proportioned silhouette into defined sections – highlight the broad shoulders, trim the waist, and add a high notched collar and pockets and you have something that’s quintessentially Bottega Veneta, recognizable by the cut and not the brand. .

What really stands out is the tweed coat. Here, it’s updated with an ostrich-effect leather collar cut into a rich brown leather collar, worn open to contrast with the tweed body. The other is presented in a subdued gray bouclé, exaggerated proportions in the same way as before to suggest that wearing this means relaxing and comfortable with yourself.

Collars spread further and increase in size on woolen car coats, while House’s versatility is showcased as shirts – one in pale green skin, another in gray marl wool – worn over one another, turning the cuffs inside out and turning the collars out. creating a contemporary dimension of tailoring.

Matthieu Blazy has arrived. This is Bottega Veneta, and Winter 2023 is Home better than ever. Take a closer look at the collection above.

If you missed it, check out all of the Milan Fashion Week FW23 Hypebeast content here.