Established in 1985 in Legnano by Italian designers Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana, luxury fashion brand Dolce and Gabbana blends Sicilian heritage with the sensual femininity of the Mediterranean. The maison specializes in ready-to-wear, handbags, fashion accessories and cosmetics and has a licensing deal with Luxottica for eyewear. Iconic pieces include lace corsets, sculpted midis, the slip dress, bright floral prints, cat-eyes, pearls and floral accessories. Let’s take a look at the maison’s summer specials.
Medium Sicily Handbag
Dolce Gabbana’s perfect summer style, the medium-size Sicily Handbag, comes in crochet raffia with an adjustable, detachable crossbody python- skin strap and is embellished with the branded tag featuring two metal plating finishes. The raffia crochet Sicily handbag also features a front flap with hidden double magnetic fastening, top handle, fabric lining, inner pocket with branded zipper and a cell phone holder and branded dust bag. Made in Italy – a testament to the luxury fashion brand’s heritage of artisanal excellence – and measuring 18.5 x 20 x 10 cm, it’s perfectly sized to accommodate your essentials without compromising on style. Effortlessly chic and luxurious, the Dolce and Gabbana crochet raffia Sicily Handbag spells laid-back elegance, making it the perfect accessory for sun-drenched adventures and leisurely strolls along the coastline.
Devotion Glasses
Dolce Gabbana’s ionic “Cuore Sacro” is the precious detailing that characterises this butterfly- style Devotion Glasses, making the pair of summer shades truly unique. At the heart of these exquisite shades lie the sinuously designed temples, with the emblematic “Cuore Sacro” metal decoration. This sacred heart motif, personalized with the Dolce & Gabbana Signature and the intricate metal embroideries, captures the essence of Italian craftsmanship at its finest. The sunglasses boast a Havana acetate frame and temples, with a timeless appeal that effortlessly complements any summer ensemble. The warm tones of the frame complement the light brown gradient dark brown lenses, offering both style and protection against harmful UV rays with 100 percent UV protection. Designed for comfort and versatility, these summer shades are a standard fit, ensuring a snug comfortable wear. Whether lounging poolside or exploring vibrant city streets, the Dolce & Gabbana “Cuore Sacro” butterfly-style sunglasses are the epitome of summer chic, adding a touch of luxury to every sunny escapade.
Twill Scarf With Yellow Rose Print
The Twill Scarf With Yellow Rose Print from Dolce&Gabbana has us dreaming of faraway destinations, inviting us through the luscious colors and the yellow rose print to take refuge in warm, sunny places. The scarf is characterised by white, lemon and leg green with a floral print and polka-dot accents, an ultra-feminine piece where the keyword is tailoring. The silk twill scarf with yellow rose print is multi-colored with a hand-sewn hem, Dolce&Gabbana logo and measures 70 x 70 cm. Made in Italy, the difference in the print placement that you may find on this product is a feature of Dolce&Gabbana’s Handmade pieces. A detail that makes every garment or accessory unique and exclusive.
Majolica Print Balconette One-Piece Swimsuit
The Dolce&Gabbana beachwear collection is filled with unique pieces that combine elegance with femininity and sensuality. Contemporary pieces with original and exclusive details and summer silhouettes complete the Spring Summer swimwear line together with classic iconic garments. The brand’s iconic Majolica-print balconette one-piece swimsuit looks summer-ready in yellow and white, with a bra that has padded cups and under-wiring, adjustable and detachable straps, front sweetheart neckline with rounded back, rear branded fastening in nickel-free metal, branded DG logo in nickel-free metal and matching PVC pouch. Made in Italy, the swimwear is crafted with 75 per cent Polyamide and 25 per cent Spandex. Just the thing to make a style statement this summer!
Small Kendra Shopper
Iconic and the epitome of femininity, flowers are the stars of the new Flower Power collection. This small straw Kendra shopper crafted in woven straw features a calfskin DG logo, printed silk twill embellishment wrapped around the handles, Calfskin lace fastening, Calfskin top handles with detachable silk twill details with peony print and printed fabric lining. Accompanied by a branded dust bag, this accessory is not only a statement piece but also a testament to Dolce & Gabbana’s commitment to preserving the quality of their creations. Measuring H28 x W35 x D16 cm and made in Italy, the difference in the print placement on this product is a feature of Dolce&Gabbana’s Handmade pieces. A detail that makes every garment or accessory unique and exclusive.
Jasmeen Dugal is Associate Editor at FashionABC, contributing her insights on fashion, technology, and sustainability. She brings with herself more than two decades of editorial experience, working for national newspapers and luxury magazines in India.
Jasmeen Dugal has worked with exchange4media as a senior writer contributing articles on the country’s advertising and marketing movements, and then with Condenast India as Net Editor where she helmed Vogue India’s official website in terms of design, layout and daily content. Besides this, she is also an entrepreneur running her own luxury portal, Explosivefashion, which highlights the latest in luxury fashion and hospitality.