ZEGNA’s “Vellus Aureum” Takes Centre Stage for Winter 2025

Emma Hodgson   |   21-01-2025

For the new season, ZEGNA has unveiled a collection woven from the threads of legacy, innovation, and a deep connection to nature, encapsulated in a fabric known as Vellus Aureum.

At its heart, ZEGNA’s Vellus Aureum is a triumph of craftsmanship. Its story begins in 1963 when Ermenegildo Zegna, the visionary founder, inaugurated the Wool Trophy Awards in Australia, fostering a pursuit of excellence among woolgrowers. The result is the world’s finest wool, with a pinnacle moment in 2023 when the Vellus Aureum record reached an extraordinary fineness of 9.4 microns.

For Winter 2025, Alessandro Sartori, ZEGNA’s Artistic Director, brings this heritage into sharp focus. The new collection pays homage to both the material itself and the ethos of continuity between man, nature, and craft. Sartori’s vision transcends garments; it is a behavioural manifesto. Each piece in the collection carries a reverence for the past, a dialogue with the present, and a promise for the future.

Set against a backdrop reminiscent of Australia’s rolling green landscapes, the runway show was a poetic interplay between nature and sartorial mastery. Sartori draws on the wardrobe of Ermenegildo himself, reinterpreting the shapes and textures of the founder’s era with a modern sensibility. The result is an ensemble of deconstructed blazers, oversized coats with cashfur collars, and tactile knitwear that blends nostalgia with bold innovation.

The palette is an ode to the earth – hues of fossil, juniper, and dark foliage, punctuated by Gattinara red and terracotta. Fabrics exude warmth and texture: wool cashmere, flannel, and the iconic Oasi Cashmere, a hallmark of ZEGNA’s dedication to sustainable luxury.

Yet, this collection is not merely a showcase of exquisite tailoring. It is a narrative of generations interwoven. Sartori describes it as “an encounter of generations in the name of Italian style.” Each garment tells a story of lived experiences, embodying a continuity of tradition while embracing the spontaneity of modernity. The pieces are designed to be worn with insouciance – a signature of Italian elegance.

Highlights include deconstructed blazers with low-button closures, oversized coats, and blousons with elasticated waists. Knitwear is transformed into must-have pieces, featuring deep V-necks and layered textures. Accessories, from loafers with thick soles to soft-shoulder bags, underscore the collection’s slouchy, effortless charm.

Sartori’s Winter 2025 collection is ultimately a celebration of this golden thread, a luminous example of how tradition and innovation can coalesce to create something extraordinary.

ZEGNA.com

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