Istituto Secoli https://secoli.com/en/ Making Fashion since 1934 Fri, 22 May 2026 14:35:23 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 https://secoli.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/secoli-ico-150x150.webp Istituto Secoli https://secoli.com/en/ 32 32 PALAZZO REALE HOSTS THE 78TH DIPLOMA AWARD CEREMONY https://secoli.com/en/palazzo-reale-hosts-the-78th-diploma-award-ceremony/ Mon, 25 May 2026 08:00:00 +0000 https://secoli.com/?p=60376

The 78th diploma award ceremony was a moment of great emotion, joy, and satisfaction for students, friends, and family members who gathered to celebrate the milestone achieved at the end of their course of study at Secoli. It was a special occasion to receive diplomas and share, together with Secoli’s management and the guests present, the conclusion of an important journey of personal and professional growth.

The highlight of the event was the round table entitled “Evolutions in the Fashion Sector: Technology, Sustainability, and Education,” introduced by Matteo Secoli, President of the Institute, and opened with an official address by Alessia Cappello, Councilor for Economic Development and Labor Policies of the City of Milan, who delivered a motivational and encouraging speech to the young graduates about their future.
Franco Martorella, President, Founder, and Technical Director of Pattern S.p.A., then took the floor, while the event was concluded by Giorgio Secoli, Director of Consulting and Corporate Relations at Istituto Secoli.

It is always valuable to hear the views of professionals and leading figures in the sector, who are able not only to provide a concrete vision of the labor market and its developments, but also to share stories of successful entrepreneurial initiatives in which innovation, sustainability, and education become central elements for the future of the fashion industry.
Thanks to all the professionals who participated, and best of luck to Secoli’s future designers!
]]> Exploring the World of Down with Herno https://secoli.com/en/exploring-the-world-of-down-with-herno/ Tue, 19 May 2026 08:30:12 +0000 https://secoli.com/exploring-the-world-of-down-with-herno/

As part of their advanced garment construction program, students explored the world of down through a dedicated training experience.

The day began with an in-depth look at the origins, treatments, and main characteristics of down, led by Andrea Molina, Product Manager at A. Molina & C. S.p.A.

Subsequently, Davide Bossi, Operations Director at Herno, illustrated how down is integrated into the brand’s production processes, with a focus on Laminar and its innovative approach to performance outerwear.

The experience concluded with a practical demonstration conducted by Herno’s master pattern-making tailor, offering students the opportunity to observe construction techniques up close and discover the details that make a high-quality outerwear garment unique.

Through direct dialogue with companies and industry professionals, Istituto Secoli continues to promote training oriented toward technical excellence, innovation, and Made in Italy culture.
]]> The Quality of Made in Italy as Told by Canali https://secoli.com/en/the-quality-of-made-in-italy-as-told-by-canali/ Wed, 13 May 2026 07:51:23 +0000 https://secoli.com/the-quality-of-made-in-italy-as-told-by-canali/

Students in the prototyping course had the opportunity to engage with Sonia Adelaide Cerisara, Sourcing Quality Supervisor at Canali, as part of a project dedicated to promoting Italian manufacturing excellence.

The meeting represented an important opportunity to explore the themes of quality, research, and production processes that distinguish Made in Italy in the fashion sector.

Through concrete experiences and dialogue with industry professionals, Istituto Secoli continues to promote the training of a new generation of professionals, transmitting culture, skills, and artisanal savoir-faire.
]]> ISTITUTO SECOLI ALONGSIDE IMPRESA LAB IN THE POWER FASHION PROJECT https://secoli.com/en/istituto-secoli-alongside-impresa-lab-in-the-power-fashion-project/ Fri, 08 May 2026 12:48:57 +0000 https://secoli.com/istituto-secoli-alongside-impresa-lab-in-the-power-fashion-project/ POWER FASHION is launching, a project that combines technological innovation, sustainability, and design to redefine the future of smart textiles, thanks to the contribution of the Lombardy ERDF – Next Fashion call.

The initiative aims to develop new smart textiles capable of ensuring durability, efficiency, and continuity of use, integrating advanced functionalities such as intelligent sensors, bio-based and bio-inspired materials, as well as sustainable tracking and power systems for smart devices.

Istituto Secoli is participating in the project together with a team of professionals consisting of S&H, Framis Italia, and Linificio e Canapificio Nazionale SB | Gruppo Marzotto.

For more information click here

Poster A3 ERDF 21 27
]]> SECOLI FASHION SHOW 2026 | SPAZI MENTALI https://secoli.com/en/secoli-fashion-show-2026-spazi-mentali/ Wed, 06 May 2026 08:00:00 +0000 https://secoli.com/secoli-fashion-show-2026-spazi-mentali/ June 4, 7:00 PM | Phygital Event

The 43rd edition of the Secoli Fashion Show is just around the corner!

On June 4, at the Talent Garden Studios, 8 Designers to Watch will take to the runway, ready to offer the audience a first look at their original capsule collections. Following this, the 6 collections of the SECOLI FASHION SHOW 2026 will be presented, inspired by the concept Spazi Mentali (Mental Spaces)—a theme exploring inner dimensions, perceptions, and new creative horizons. Creating an idea by moving from concrete to abstract thought, and then returning to a reality transformed by experience. It is a creative process of experimentation that generates a living space. This journey leads to “divergent thinking,” as defined by J. P. Guilford, a fundamental dimension of creativity that explores possibilities and generates innovative solutions by applying “Design Thinking”—an approach that constructs/deconstructs, moves beyond patterns, and values emotional meaning as the key to interpreting innovation.

Are you ready to see this year’s outfits on the runway?
Stay tuned to Secoli.com for all the details on the event’s live stream!

]]> ISTITUTO SECOLI @ #MDW2026 https://secoli.com/en/istituto-secoli-mdw2026/ Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:55:15 +0000 https://secoli.com/istituto-secoli-mdw2026/

An intense, creative week full of encounters has just concluded.


Browse the gallery to view our Photo Dump documenting the installation dedicated to Uniform & Visual Project: an experience that, during Milan Design Week 2026, intertwined research, design, and vision, involving partners, designers, and a curious and engaged community.
Thanks to Zerow and Teatro Elfo Puccini, to the designers who contributed to the project, and to all the people who came to visit us to discover the Secoli world.


A special thank you to the Porta Venezia Design District team and to Arthur Arbesser: collaborating with you has been a true pleasure!
]]> THE NEW CERTOSA DISTRICT HUB IS BORN IN MILAN: AN INNOVATIVE SPACE DEDICATED TO FASHION EDUCATION AND STUDENT LIFE AND COMMUNITY SERVICES https://secoli.com/en/the-new-certosa-district-hub-is-born-in-milan-an-innovative-space-dedicated-to-fashion-education-and-student-life-and-community-services/ Mon, 13 Apr 2026 08:56:34 +0000 https://secoli.com/the-new-certosa-district-hub-is-born-in-milan-an-innovative-space-dedicated-to-fashion-education-and-student-life-and-community-services/ Milan prepares to welcome a new hub dedicated to the culture of fashion “know-how” and student life. The Campus Certosa District is born from the meeting of two Italian excellences with over 90 years of history in fashion education – Istituto Secoli, specialized in the world of apparel and Arsutoria School, focused on footwear, leather goods and accessories. The goal of the synergy between the two educational institutions is to build a “complete educational supply chain”, starting from shared values: both were founded as technical training schools, in close connection with industry companies, with a strong focus on product, laboratory activities and innovation.

With the opening of the new hub, Arsutoria School will relocate to the new premises; Istituto Secoli will inaugurate its third educational hub.

The new Hub Certosa District is not merely a collection of classrooms, workshops and research spaces, but also integrates housing, services and common areas dedicated to student life, fitting into a rapidly evolving neighborhood thanks to WAO | We Are Open Certosa; this integrated urban development model is made possible by the strategic role of RealStep, an operator specialized in the sustainable urban regeneration of former industrial sites.

Watch the video to learn more!

]]> FIRST EDITION OF OPEN FASHION LABS KICKS OFF https://secoli.com/en/first-edition-of-open-fashion-labs-kicks-off/ Fri, 27 Mar 2026 13:44:42 +0000 https://secoli.com/first-edition-of-open-fashion-labs-kicks-off/

The week at Istituto Secoli concluded with the first edition of the Open Fashion Labs: experiential orientation workshops dedicated to high school students and anyone wishing to enter the world of fashion and learn about the Institute’s educational programs.

Two immersive days, designed to discover in a concrete way how a fashion product is created: from concept to realization, from materials to process, through to the design method.

Through the direct experience of “making,” participants experienced the Secoli Method, a project-based approach that since 1934 has combined creativity, technique, and product culture, evolving alongside the fashion system.

Browse the gallery to relive the most significant moments of these days, which saw many young creatives put themselves to the test and discover firsthand how garments take shape within the Secoli classrooms.
]]> PORTA VENEZIA DESIGN DISTRICT x ISTITUTO SECOLI: THE UNIFORM & VISUAL PROJECT DEBUTS AT DESIGN WEEK https://secoli.com/en/porta-venezia-design-district-x-istituto-secoli-the-uniform-visual-project-debuts-at-design-week/ Tue, 17 Mar 2026 14:05:18 +0000 https://secoli.com/?p=58773

A uniform that tells the story of the neighborhood through fashion and design: an iconic jacket for the District staff during Milan Design Week.

In the heart of the Porta Venezia District, where the Istituto Secoli headquarters is now located, a project is born that intertwines urban identity, visual culture, and fashion design: Uniform & Visual Project, created through the collaboration between Porta Venezia Design District and Istituto Secoli to develop a functional and recognizable uniform for the District staff during Milan Design Week.

The project stems from the District’s desire—active since 2023 with the goal of enhancing the neighborhood through a network of creative entities and cultural initiatives—to involve new generations in a practical applied design journey, capable of translating the dual soul of Porta Venezia into a “functional” garment: historic and monumental, yet rebellious and contemporary.

Under the creative direction of Arthur Arbesser — a Milan-based Viennese designer known for his work with color and patterns and cross-disciplinary collaborations between fashion, art, and design — and coordinated by the Institute’s faculty team consisting of Domenico Civita (Fashion Design Coordinator) and Francesco Baldassarre (Visual Project Coordinator), young Secoli designers developed uniform proposals and graphic designs, focusing on gender-neutral fit, durability, comfort, and practicality, consistency with the District’s identity, and clear storytelling.

The choice of materials also reinforces the project’s contemporary dimension: the fabrics for the official uniform—designed by the contest winner, Andrea Bartoletti—were provided by Zerow, a B2B marketplace specializing in textile deadstock, emphasizing an approach focused on supply chain responsibility and process quality.

The creations and the project’s narrative will be presented during Design Week in a widespread exhibition route involving the educational spaces of Istituto Secoli and the foyer of the Teatro Elfo Puccini, a key cultural landmark in the District: an open dialogue between fashion and design, created for the audience experiencing Milan’s most international week.

PROJECTS ON DISPLAY

Concepts and interpretations of the neighborhood between fashion and design

1. Andrea Bartoletti (Winning Project)

A uniform that speaks to the neighborhood, every day

2. Claudia Romeo

Two cultures, one jacket: double-faced like Porta Venezia

3. Daniele Cavallo

Milan on the move: a jacket that changes with you

4. Sasha Trettenero

Pink Sahariana: an inclusive and visible uniform

5. Cinzia Carecchio

Milanese rigor, mobile details: the uniform transforms

6. Elisa Brun

Futurism, Liberty, and queer vibes: a hybrid jacket

7. Emma Maddalena Canova

Balance in motion: clean lines, fluid cuts

8. Lorenzo Guazzaroni

From the ramparts to the street: inclusive protection, zero hierarchies.

ISTITUTO SECOLI EXHIBITION

April 21 to 24, 2026 – 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM

TEATRO ELFO PUCCINI EXHIBITION

April 21 to 25 – 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM | April 26 – 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM

]]> THE JUMPSUIT – TECH PROKE GUEST AT ISTITUTO SECOLI https://secoli.com/en/the-jumpsuit-tech-proke-guest-at-istituto-secoli/ Thu, 26 Feb 2026 09:52:01 +0000 https://secoli.com/the-jumpsuit-tech-proke-guest-at-istituto-secoli/

In recent days, a seminar was held at Istituto Secoli for third-year students, focusing on the innovative Proke App: a technological solution capable of detecting body measurements remotely with maximum precision, accessibility, and ease of use.

In just three minutes, Proke analyzes the physical characteristics of each individual, offering the possibility of creating made-to-measure garments even remotely. This is a unique service of its kind that opens new perspectives for the fashion sector by combining technology and tailoring.

Sharing his direct experience using the app was our Designer to Watch, Edoardo Fabbri, who is leveraging the full potential of Proke for his thesis project. His presentation, alongside the brand’s team, allowed students to gain a concrete understanding of the technology’s applications within the creative and production processes.

An innovation of great value for the fashion industry, which we are proud to integrate into Secoli’s educational projects, offering students increasingly advanced tools in line with market evolutions.
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