SUNNEI SS25; The Postcard

 What makes a runway show a truly, truly good one? Who knows what that means, but if you can’t help but smile throughout, that must be a great sign! That was the case at the 10th anniversary show for Sunnei, and it was a truly special night!

The show was held at the renowned Galleria Lia Rumma contemporary art gallery and drew a star-studded guest list, including Marina Abramović, Juergen Teller, and Hannah Müller-Hillebrand. It marked a significant milestone for Sunnei, showcasing their growth and evolution as artists. The dynamic duo kicked things off with a bang by making guests wait for what felt like forever — it was a bold move that got people talking! When the show finally started, Sunnei’s time machine transported its fashion into the future by casting only mature models with big personalities. It was a bold move that got people talking! Rizzo and Messina used extra-long, voluminous silhouettes, including puffed tops, smock frocks, oversized or balloon-shaped poplin shirts, and floor-skimming striped shirt dresses. Pants and capri pants were roomy and comfy, but they also had some cool folding techniques, like the one on the back with the loose fabric gathered on the heel. Other Sunnei staples like denim and striped t-shirts also had some fun with proportions, while knitwear was worked in subtle textures in tank tops in bold colors. In a stunning display of creativity, drawings by Messina’s mother from the ’80s were reworked digitally into dystopian scenarios, resulting in incredible prints on second-skin tops and long skirts, as well as panels that pop from an ankle-length cream skirt with a collarless tailored jacket. And let’s not forget the amazing accessories that Sunnei created with Camper! Belts with multiple zippered pockets running around the waist, paper bags, and flip flops with chunky, colorful wedges were all part of the fun. The show ended on a high note with the cast lining up outside in front of the venue’s minimal façade. It was an unforgettable finale that served as a postcard from the Sunnei tribe of the future to the current one.