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zegna aw25 | vellus aureum

There’s a distinct magic in how Zegna threads its past into the present, and with its AW25 collection, Alessandro Sartori doesn’t just tip his hat to history — he spins it into something irresistible. Under the banner of Vellus Aureum, a poetic homage to the mythical Golden Fleece, Zegna brings forth a collection that celebrates the finest wool and a transgenerational pursuit of craftsmanship that feels as timeless as a family heirloom.  

The show transported us to rolling green hills — an artful nod to the expansive Australian pastures where Zegna’s Wool Trophy Awards began in 1963. As models strolled the verdant set, you could almost smell the fresh grass (or maybe that’s the romantic in me).

For Sartori, the heart of the collection beats within Ermenegildo Zegna’s very own wardrobe. His vision isn’t about dusty relics or nostalgic replicas. Instead, he invites us into a wardrobe where decades of style collide. Think well-loved blazers that wear their history proudly, chunky cardigans half-tucked into trousers with a devil-may-care attitude, and coats so slouchy they practically sigh with ease. It’s a mix that whispers sophistication and shouts freedom.  

The silhouettes are delightfully relaxed. Deconstructed blazers fasten low with a casual two-button closure; oversized coats with plush cashfur collars feel like a warm embrace on a crisp day. Blousons come roomy, complete with elasticated waists and jaunty lapels. Knitwear — chunky, textural, and irresistibly touchable — dominates the season. Sartori’s knack for rethinking proportions comes to life in details that beg for interaction: deep v-necks layered over crisp shirts, diagonal pockets that invite a good pocket-stuffing slouch, and soft trousers that practically ask to be lived in.  

Colours hum with quiet luxury. Earthy tones — fossile, dark foliage, and castoro — are punctuated with pops of Gattinara red and terracotta. It’s a palette that feels as natural as it is luscious, evoking autumn’s moody charm while remaining unmistakably elegant. Texture reigns supreme: from cashmere-cotton corduroy to Oasi Cashmere chore jackets, the tactile depth of the collection feels like a love letter to fabric itself.  

And let’s talk about those shoes — chunky loafers with sturdy soles ground the collection with a modern edge. Add in tidy eyeglasses and soft shoulder bags, and you’ve got a look that’s as ready for a stroll through Turin’s cobbled streets as it is for an Australian pasture.  

Discover the collection here.

photography. Zegna
words. Gennaro Costanzo