In this ready-to-wear collection, women walked alongside men in a show tied together by Armani’s ideal vision of nocturnal life – and the colour blue.

We see blue in all its iterations – from a bright pops of Egyptian sapphire blue, to steely greys, against the canvas of midnight black.

The Caban Coat in a deep, dusty blue shines on the dark catwalk at Armani/Silos, Armani’s exhibition complex. The wide-fitting satin crepe jacket features a hidden zip, wide collar, and most notably, frill-effect sleeves.

The entire look is a wonderful contrast as Armani balances the frill with high-rise, black velvet Jodhpur trousers.

As much as Armani pushes the boundaries of evening wear in his uninhibited use of sparkle and textiles, we are still treated to his famously clean, tailored lines.

An organza top with draping at the top and fitted peplum at the waist is the ultimate example of Armani’s exploration of nighttime hedonism in a clean contemporary form. The top is paired with relaxed Arabian-style trousers in black velvet, with soft elastic at the ankles.

A black velvet jumpsuit with a satin ribbon on the deep central neckline exposes a hint of skin. The whole ensemble is embroidered with black rhinestones for a delightful sparkle.

“My clothes are not made to disguise people,” says Armani, “rather to give them a certain aura. At night, just as during the day, you have to be yourself: this is the only way to achieve true style.”

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