Milan Fashion Show

Jeannie and I hopped on a train to Milano last Thursday, September 20, to attend the Spring/Summer 2013 AntePrima Fashion Show, held at the beautiful Castello Sforzesco.  AntePrima was only one of several designers in town during Milan's famous Fashion Week.

Buyers, photographers, and their special guests were invited to attend; so we were very lucky to get an invitation from a friend of Donna's son, Chris.  Daniel, who helped to organize the evening's AntePrima event, lives in New York City.  Here's Daniel with Donna:

A big part of the fun was spending time "backstage" (thanks, Daniel!) to see the models arrive in their street clothes, then be transformed by hairdressers and makeup artists.  It was fascinating to see how young, tall, and extremely thin they were up close.  Each model had a very unique and beautiful face.  They looked amazing on the runway!  We loved the music, the glitter, and the overall party atmosphere.  Great fun!

We've included a few of our own photos here. Should you wish to see all of the models and ensembles from last Thursday night, you can find them by clicking here.  

Take a look below and enjoy.

Buon sera!

Donna

Waiting at the train station in Lucca

Castello Sforzesco 

Entry into the show

Back stage with the models

And the fashion show begins!

Bright runway lights made this photograph difficult

Post show celebration!

And finally, saving the best for last...--->

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Arrivederci and a presto!