Milan Fashion Week 2025: schedule, calendar, how to get there

22 September 2025

During Milan Fashion Week, Italy’s style capital shifts into high gear. Fashion houses and designers unveil their latest women’s and men’s collections through runway shows, presentations and events hosted in their most beautiful spaces. Around them, an entire universe of trends, creativity and deal‑making comes alive: buyers, editors, photographers and fashion fans fly in from all over the world.

But you don’t have to be an industry insider to soak up the energy. A simple stroll through Brera, Tortona or the Quadrilatero will lead you to pop-ups, installations, exhibitions and open-door events. For those few days, fashion is everywhere in Milan—and you can be part of it, even if only for an afternoon.

Milan Fashion Week dates in September 2025

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If fashion and design are your thing, mark your calendar: from 23 to 29 September 2025, Milan turns into an open-air stage filled with runways, events and VIP sightings.

On the catwalk you’ll see the Spring/Summer 2026 womenswear collections, showcased through shows, presentations and a packed schedule that will bring every corner of the city to life.

The entire week is orchestrated by Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana (the National Chamber of Italian Fashion), which coordinates the whirlwind and publishes the official Milan Fashion Week schedule with times and venues.

The full agenda drops shortly before the week kicks off, but you can already picture the lights, music, and models setting the tone for the season.

To make the most of it, keep an eye on the official website and social channels for up-to-the-minute info so you don’t miss any must-see shows—and maybe even discover a few free, public events along the way.

How to get to Milan during the Milan Fashion Week

September Fashion Week brings visitors from across the globe. When arrivals spike, having an easy, direct connection matters more than ever.

That’s where Flibco comes in, with airport shuttle services designed to make your trip smooth and stress-free.

For instance, we suggest flying to Milan Bergamo Airport (Orio al Serio), where all the low-cost flights land. Flibco takes you straight from Orio al Serio to Milano Centrale (Milan Central Train Station), a perfect hub for reaching Fashion Week venues or continuing onward. 

It’s convenient, there’s room for luggage, and you can forget about driving or hunting for parking. Return service is available too.

Traveling from Turin? The Turin–Malpensa route has you covered, with daily departures from Porta Susa, Lingotto and Stura. Tickets start at €22, and in around two hours you’ll be at the airport, ready to head on into central Milan.

Once in Milan, getting around is straightforward: the metro, trams and buses will take you everywhere, from fashion hotspots like Brera and Zona Tortona to the city’s most glamorous show locations. Just remember the city is busier than usual those days—plan ahead.

Where does September MFW take place?

Milan Fashion Week 2025 turns the city into a widespread runway, where fashion meets history, art and architecture.

Key stages include iconic venues like Palazzo Serbelloni, whose grand marble staircases and gilded halls make for a dream backdrop.

At Fondazione Sozzani, fashion dialogues with art through presentations and installations designed to be experienced—and photographed.

Completing the picture is Palazzo Morando – Costume Moda Immagine, which hosts exhibitions and off-schedule events exploring fashion and costume history.

But the city beats beyond the official calendar too. Art installations, pop-up stores, temporary exhibitions and exclusive presentations animate Milan’s most creative districts, transforming them into living arts trails. A simple walk might lead you from photography to performance art, offering a freer, more experimental take on Fashion Week.

Free events at the Milan Fashion Week 2025

Fashion Week isn’t only invite-only catwalks: the city also rolls out a lineup of free or registration-based events that bring you close to the action.

Among the first confirmations, Fondazione Sozzani will host the Fashion Philippines Milan Mentorship Program 2025—an exhibition of ten Filipino designers showcasing creativity, craftsmanship and fresh perspectives. Entry is free with reservation, and the show runs from 23 to 25 September.

The Fashion Hub at Palazzo Giureconsulti is set to be one of the week’s most dynamic spaces, open to the public and focused on projects like Designers for the Planet, themed talks and presentations by emerging designers. It’s a great place to catch early looks at new collections or discover international talent.

In Brera and the Quadrilatero, galleries and historic spaces will host pop-ups and temporary installations—often free to enter—that blend fashion, art and design into immersive experiences. If confirmed again, the giant screen in Piazza dei Mercanti will broadcast select shows live, bringing a bit of front-row excitement to everyone.

Milan Fashion Week 2025 Schedule: Calendar of the most important catwalks

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This year, Milan Fashion Week promises a truly international vibe, marked by hotly anticipated debuts, major comebacks and moments celebrating Italian fashion heritage.

The week opens on 23 September with Diesel at 3:00 p.m. on Via Stendhal 36, staying true to its tradition of welcoming the public with high-impact shows.

A few hours later, at 7:00 p.m., all eyes turn to Gucci: new creative director Demna will unveil his first collection for the house, a debut expected to redefine the brand’s aesthetic language and already one of the season’s most talked-about events.

September 24 brings a heavyweight lineup: Jil Sander at 10:30 a.m. with Simone Bellotti’s first collection—poised to balance minimalism and innovation—followed by Fendi at 2:00 p.m. at Via Solari 35, bridging artisanal tradition and modernity.

On September 25, Prada takes center stage at 2:00 p.m. in Via Lorenzini 14—always a Milan highlight for its ability to surprise season after season.

Saturday, September 27 marks Louise Trotter’s debut at Bottega Veneta at 5:00 p.m., signaling a fresh chapter for the house, while Dolce & Gabbana shows at 2:30 p.m. at Viale Piave 24.

The finale on September 28 at 7:00 p.m. is in the hands of Giorgio Armani. In the majestic Cortile d’Onore at Palazzo Brera, a celebratory show will honor the brand’s 50th anniversary—not just a runway, but a tribute to half a century of Italian elegance, to Milan, and to the unbreakable bond between the maestro and his maison.

Seven days when the city becomes the beating heart of global fashion: from history-making debuts to the stalwarts of Italian style, every show adds a chapter to this major event.

Guests and celebrities

Every edition of Milan Fashion Week draws a star-studded crowd, and September will be no exception. While there’s no way to know exactly who will pop up between shows, you can count on big names.

Just think back to last season: appearances by actors like Jessica Chastain, Daisy Edgar-Jones and Maya Hawke, along with style icons such as Hunter Schafer and Sarah Jessica Parker—unforgettable at Fendi’s show. Influencers and fashion insiders will also be out in force, broadcasting the week to millions of followers and keeping Milan at the center of the global glamour conversation, on and off the runway.

If you’re in town, keep your eyes peeled—you might spot a star slipping into a historic palazzo or notice a familiar face enjoying a drink in a hidden courtyard.

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