MFW: Giorgio Armani SS14

Giorgio Armani always closes Milan Fashion Week and as one of Italy's last self-owned fashion companies, Mr Armani knows what to deliver to his clients, even if that means avoiding producing the most press worthy catwalk show.

At Armani there were no giant faces on dresses, no crazy colour blocking and no high octane glamour. Instead, his sophisticated mainline is consistent in its fluidity, it's luxurious fabrics and in its cuts.

Volume and form were key elements for his Spring/Summer 2014 collection, where sheer layers and floral prints brought a whispy texture.

The show opened with the short suit, a key silhouette, as was the single breasted blazer, shown in blocked fabric with subtle checks.

Colours were neutral and mixed with cornflower blue, champagne and blush pink.

Images: Giorgio Armani MFW SS14