For the Brunello Cucinelli Spring 2023 RTW collection, the season is a softening of the Cucinelli codes, adding a touch of fluidity, sensuality and more spontaneous styling combinations.

The softly casual masculine suit which is the foundation of the brand’s style was rendered in even more malleable versions, and given decorative treatment with lush embroideries, appliqués and abundant sequined and lamé surfaces. On this note, a loose, slouchy pajama set was offered in luscious satin in a buttery hue, and came generously embroidered with abstract crystal florals, while a cream-colored midriff-baring cropped top with matching tight-fitted pencil skirt was hand-knitted in a sequined yarn and worn under a softly tailored linen blazer.

“High-end craftsmanship is one of our main focuses, and we support it every way we can; we’ve even founded a school to keep the savoir faire alive and taught to a young generation of artisans,” said Carolina. She pointed out a series of tops, jumpers and tunics, intricately crocheted or hand knitted in a variety of open-work patterns; she called them “couture-like knits, as they’re kind of unique pieces, collectible like artworks.” They come with a hefty price tag, but she was adamant that “we aren’t keen on compromising on quality.”