The luxury Italian house Tod’s revealed an SS25 collection this week which celebrated Artisanal Intelligence.
Explaining the process behind the theme, the house said in the notes which accompanied the collection “valuing the individual and reminding us that, beyond any innovation, behind every product lies the knowledge and hands of its creator. Craftsmanship and the excellence of Made in Italy values, which have always been essential to Tod’s, constantly engage in dialogue with research and experimentation.”
For Tod’s Summer 2025, Creative Director Matteo Tamburini presented a collection inspired by a journey along the Mediterranean coast, where tradition meets discreet luxury and functionality, emblems of the Italian lifestyle. Premium materials and sophisticated craftsmanship create a relaxed wardrobe in shapes and volumes that embody timeless elegance, accompanying the Tod’s woman in her daily life.
For the Tod’s SS25 runway show, this was shown through the work of artist Lorenzo Quinn, renowned for his monumental sculptures of hands in plaster which were crafted for the Tod’s show in Milan.
In the collection, the iconic trench coat, in cotton and in leather, takes on new fluid volumes in various lengths, while the windbreaker comes in resin-coated cotton or ultra-light nappa leather. Jackets and shirts in mélange crepe bring to life tailored pieces, such as the suit pairing a cropped jacket with slim trousers in different shades. The palette focuses on natural tones, inspired by stone, sand, bronze, and the vibrant colours of Italian landscapes: the green of the meadows, the blue of the sea, and the red of the earth.
The iconic Gommino shoe remains a highlight of the collection in the “glove” model, where a series of rings combine to create a new signature detail, in a rich crafted leather version, entirely hand-woven. The clog version is available in brushed and premium leathers. The sandal range features the “Barretta” accessory, where a slim metal band enriches the quintessential summer footwear.
