AUTUMN / WINTER 2018 AUTUMN / WINTER 2018 Special thanks to the Oasi Zegna for sharing its scenery and location in the creation of this catalog. AUTUMN / WINTER 2018 COUTURE XXX 5. 10. XXX Not far from the breakneck Snowriting Simply iconic speed of big business lies beauty of epic proportions. A natural paradise spanning more than 100 km2, the Oasi Zegna is set among the mountains near Trivero in Italy, 26. OASI CASHMERE where Lanificio Zegna Intrinsically organic SU MISURA 19. was founded in 1910. Personalized distinction Awesome. Inspiring. Majestic. It is a perfect showcase to present the eco-sensitivity and evolved allure of the new Ermenegildo Zegna AW2018 collection, where 30. LUXURY LEISUREWEAR Indulgent masculinity expert craftsmanship and innovation come together ERMENEGILDO ZEGNA 25. An extension of nature in a reshuffled reciprocity of indoor-to-outdoor fashion. 38. PELLE TESSUTA Crafted leather luxury Z ZEGNA 49. Performance-backed 56. TECHMERINO WASH&GO Wash and wear spontaneity SNOWRITING COUTURE XXX COLLECTION The bright sun dances upon crystalline slopes. Energy is its purest form. Encouraged by the snowy peaks of Oasi Zegna’s highest alps, formal merges with informal as traditional techniques expand to accommodate the progressive new aesthetic of Ermenegildo Zegna Couture XXX. With its trademark XXX, Couture represents an enhanced expression of fashionable luxury. Alessandro Sartori indulges the easy elegance of hybrid shapes and unexpected combinations to confer “three-dimensionality to the eternal man versus nature dialog”. First seen at the Ermenegildo Zegna fashion show in Milan, the silhouettes are sharp yet softly deconstructed and meticulously drawn mountain ranges echo the spirit of the great outdoors. Geometric necklines grace suits and jackets, precious Oasi Cashmere authenticates a new dimension in eco-sensitivity, and iconic Sneakers Tiziano XXX hint at contemporary nonchalance. With a sports-inspired pragmatism and a tailoring state of mind, the multifaceted wardrobe reflects the authentic quest for excellence that lies within every stitch and even the smallest of details. 5 OASI CASHMERE THERE ARE TIMES WHEN NATURE AND MANKIND UNITE TO CREATE VALUE. WHEN WOOD, HERBS, LEAVES AND ROOTS MINGLE WITH PRECIOUS CASHMERE FIBERS IN AN EXPLOSION OF COLOR. THIS UNPRECEDENTED COMPOSITION, KNOWN AS OASI CASHMERE, IS PURE INDULGENCE INFUSED WITH ENVIRONMENTAL CONSCIOUSNESS. FROLICKING IN THE SNOW BECOMES AN ACT OF STYLE WHEN ACCOMPANIED BY A TEXTURED ALPACA SUIT, SHEARLING BOMBER OR A ONE AND A HALF BREASTED EDGE-CUT COAT AND A COLORFUL D-NECK SWEATER. ADD AN XXX LAPEL PIN, TROUSER CHAIN AND ANTIQUE-FINISHED SILVER SIGNET RING AND YOU’RE GOOD TO GO. XXX SIMPLY ICONIC WHATEVER ITS FORM, XXX SETS THE TONE OF THE SEASON. AS A PLAYFUL MAXI ACCENT ON CHUNKY KNITWEAR, A DECONSTRUCTED MACRO PATTERN OR AN OVER-PLACEMENT ON JACKETS AND OUTWEAR, THE ICONIC SYMBOL LEAVES NO ROOM FOR CHANCE. MORE THAN A LOGO, ERMENEGILDO ZEGNA COUTURE XXX IS A PILLAR OF TRENDSETTING ÉLAN. 10 11 SNEAKERS TIZIANO XXX JUMP HIGHER! CLEAN, MINIMAL AND MODERN. THROUGH THE JUXTAPOSITION OF ARTISTRY AND INNOVATION, THE NEWEST SNEAKERS TIZIANO XXX HAVE UPPED THE ANTE. WITH THEIR SIGNATURE HAND-MADE XXX, RUGGED EXTRA LIGHT RUBBER SOLES, AND LEATHER INSERTS, THESE INTREPID SNEAKERS REACH NEW HEIGHTS IN REDEFINING THE RULES OF THE GAME. XXX THE DISTINCTIVE SYMBOL OF A MANUAL CRAFT, XXX ADORNS EVERYTHING FROM HYBRID BLOUSONS WITH DIAMOND QUILTED LEATHER SLEEVES, KNITTED BEANIES AND SILK-BLEND BASEBALL CAPS TO COATED CANVAS BACKPACKS AND BLACK LEATHER SNEAKERS WITH BOLD VELCRO STRAPS. WHEN A MAN DRESSES IN XXX, HE BECOMES THE EPITOME OF DYNAMIC VIRILITY ON AND OFF-PISTE. 14 THERE IS NOTHING QUITE LIKE THE INVIGORATING MOUNTAIN AIR TO PUT A MAN AT EASE. HIS LUXURIOUSLY COMFORTABLE SOFT SUEDE AND WOOL KNIT HOODIE. THE SUBTLE ACCENT OF A TRAVEL LEATHER COUTURE BAG. HIS CENTOVENTIMILA KNITWEAR AND NAPPA GLOVES EASILY COMPLY WITH A CAREFREE DISPOSITION. PERSONALIZED DISTINCTION SU MISURA Immersed in the winter green lies a beautiful place where every breeze tells a story and every leaf is unique. Just like every Ermenegildo Zegna Su Misura experience. From the instant a man sets an appointment to the delivery of his custom-made attire, the entire Su Misura service is built around his distinctive wishes. The private tailoring moment indulges each man in the focused attention of a Su Misura specialist, whose meticulous eye will match his tastes with expertly-crafted clothing for any occasion – informal or formal as it may be. Suits in precious wools, jackets and trousers in velveteen CashCo Comfort with its easygoing feel, outerwear in exclusive Oasi Cashmere – all created just for him. From the superfine fabrics and finishes, to the customizable detailing and personalized touches, he becomes part of a detailed process that is as pleasurable as it is personal. Tailored by Su Misura allows a man to express his individuality through his choices and his wardrobe. 19 THE REFLECTION OF A MAN’S IDENTITY IS ECHOED WITHIN HIS CHOICES. THE PRECIOUS 15MILMIL15 FABRICS WITH THEIR SUBTLE PRINCE OF WALES EFFECTS, THE SARTORIAL CUTS AND THE IMPECCABLE DETAILS THAT GRACE HIS CLOTHING AND ACCESSORIES. A PROMISE OF PURPOSEFUL LUXURY, IT EXTENDS FROM THE KNOT OF A TIE TO THE CARVED TARTAN INTERPRETATION AND ENGRAVED HERRINGBONE PATTERN ON HIS ROSE GOLD SU MISURA CUFFLINKS. 23 AN EXTENSION OF NATURE ERMENEGILDO ZEGNA COLLECTION It all started 800 meters above sea level, surrounded by oak, ash, chestnut and pine trees. Home to the renowned Lanificio Ermenegildo Zegna, Trivero is the historic village where the most precious raw merino wool, kid mohair, cashmere and vicuña fibers are substantially transformed as part of an artisan process that runs from sheep to shop. Ermenegildo Zegna’s versatile mix of contemporary menswear combines authentic Italian craftsmanship with modern silhouettes. Innovative fabrics with distinctive characteristics. Genuinity with freedom of thought. From formal coats and sporty outwear in precious Oasi Cashmere to the indulgence of Luxury Leisurewear and refined modernity of Pelle Tessuta™ – all aligned with the timeless values and aesthetic integrity that define the essence of the brand. 25 OASI CASHMERE INTRINSICALLY ORGANIC BORN WITHIN THE UNCONTAMINATED BEAUTY OF THE OASI ZEGNA NATURAL RESERVE THE INHERENT EXCLUSIVITY OF OASI CASHMERE FABRICS AND KNITWEAR ARE MARKED BY INNOVATION AND ECO-SENSITIVITY. GENUINE AESTHETIC HARMONY, PURE AND SIMPLE. 26 27 OASI CASHMERE WHEN ORGANIC PIGMENTS, GRAPHICS AND FABRICS ARE INSPIRED BY NATURE ITSELF, INNOVATION TAKES WING. INHERENTLY PRECIOUS, OASI CASHMERE PAYS HOMAGE TO ZEGNA’S DEEP RESPECT FOR THE ENVIRONMENT IN ALL ITS FORMS. THE COLORS ARE PURE, SUSTAINABLE AND REFLECT THE TERRITORY FOR WHICH THEY ARE NAMED: CHARCOAL BLACK, PEBBLE GREY AND VOLPE VICUNA. EARTHLY TONES AWAKENED BY DASHES OF BULB RED, CROCUS PURPLE AND PINE GREEN. INFUSED WITH HERITAGE VALUES, THESE OASI CASHMERE SWEATERS, SCARVES AND CAPS DEFTLY DEFY THE CRISP MOUNTAIN AIR. LUXURY LEISUREWEAR INDULGENT MASCULINITY SOME MEN VALUE THE PRIVILEGE OF INFORMALITY. DETAILS MATTER OF COURSE, BUT SO DOES THE EASY DRAPE OF CASHMERE DRAWSTRING TROUSERS OR THE SUMPTUOUS FEEL OF VICUÑA KNITWEAR AND PREMIUM NUBUCK. LUXURY LEISUREWEAR REPRESENTS A NEW PHILOSOPHY IN FUNCTIONAL ELEGANCE THAT TRANSCENDS TRADITIONAL BOUNDARIES. SUFFICIENTLY CLASSY TO BE WORN OUTSIDE AND COMFORTABLE ENOUGH TO LOUNGE IN, IT DELIVERS A NEW DIMENSION IN LAVISH FREEDOM. SPECIFICALLY CREATED TO KEEP UP WITH THE MULTIFACETED DEMANDS OF COSMOPOLITAN LIVING, THE COLLECTION INCLUDES NUBUCK LEATHER BOMBERS AND HIGH PERFORMANCE KNTIWEAR THAT BLEND SOPHISTICATED ITALIAN ELEGANCE AND FRESH DETAILS WITHIN A MODERN WARDROBE THAT CAN ACCOMMODATE ANY OCCASION. 30 LUXURY LEISUREWEAR LETTING RICH LEATHER CREATE A FIL ROUGE RUNNING FROM HEAD TO TOE, HE GRABS A DEERSKIN BACKPACK AND HEADS OUT OF THE HOUSE IN HIS LUXURY PILE AND MICROSTRUCTURED JERSEY ATTIRE. 33 LUXURY LEISUREWEAR SLIGHTLY DECONSTRUCTED HERRINGBONE COATS, KNITTED JAQUARD TROUSERS, BOUCLÉ SCARVES AND BIMATERIC JACKETS WITH REMOVABLE SHEARLING. UNCONSTRAINED INFORMALITY, ZEGNA-STYLE. RIGHT DOWN TO THE 1970S VINTAGE LOGO. LUXURY LEISUREWEAR IT IS EASY TO PULL OUT THE STOPS WHEN YOU LOOK AS GOOD AS YOU FEEL. ERMENEGILDO ZEGNA’S RELAXED APPROACH TO CONTEMPORARY SAVOIR-FAIRE EXTENDS TO FUR-LINED PARKAS, KNITTED-EFFECT JACKETS AND PINSTRIPED DRAWSTRING TROUSERS. SOPHISTICATED LUXURY WITH A LAID-BACK DEMEANOR THAT IS HARD TO FORGET. CRAFTED LEATHER LUXURY LEVERAGING ITS WEAVING HERITAGE ZEGNA FORGED A NEW TECHNIQUE, GIVING LIGHT TO AN ENTIRE COLLECTION. Replicating the traditional way of weaving cloth, Ermenegildo Zegna combines the soft, lightweight resilience of its most precious fabrics with the timeless beauty of fine nappa to weave an incredible leather fabric for the project called Pelle Tessuta™. Soft and graceful, it is made by replacing wool threads with extremely thin micro leather yarn. The constant evolution of this incredible woven leather now pays tribute to the glorious world of vintage car racing. With a central vicuna band flanked by lateral blue stripes on a solid black background, it is inspired by the very racing tracks that have made history. The entire collection of bags, USB-enabled trolleys, tech devices and accessories is hand-finished by modern artisans who turn each piece into an element of design. Elegant like an Italian gentleman, this smooth operator has the character of fine leather. 38 LOOKS MATTER AND