24 June 2025

Recap: The Best of 108th edition of Pitti Uomo

Highlights from the menswear trade show in Florence, Italy.
FLORENCE, ITALY - JUNE 18: Models attend Homme Plissé Issey Miyake Spring/Summer 2026 Collection and Exhibition during Pitti Immagine Uomo 108 on June 18, 2025 in Florence, Italy. (Photo by Stefania M. D'Alessandro/Getty Images)

As the curtain falls on this year’s Pitti Uomo, the men’s fashion calendar marches on with renewed energy. The 2025 edition of the prestigious Florence menswear fair once again affirmed the enduring vitality of classic tailoring and contemporary style. According to official figures, international buyers rose by nearly 3% year-on-year—a promising indicator for the global menswear market. “It’s not just about numbers,” remarked Agostino Poletto, Director of Pitti Immagine. “The atmosphere in Florence over these four days was electric, driven by over 740 exhibitors whose collections showcased a seamless blend of heritage craftsmanship and avant-garde creativity—a definitive statement for modern menswear.”

Image Courtesy of Pitti Uomo
Image Courtesy of Pitti Uomo

This season’s Pitti Uomo featured numerous top-tier brands, drawing the attention of fashionistas with showcases such as Homme Plissé Issey Miyake’s art-meets-tech approach, Korean label Post Archive Faction (PAF)’s runway show, emerging designer Niccolò Pasqualetti’s menswear debut, and Japanese brand Children of the Discordance, known for its work in vintage reconstruction. These presentations injected rich diversity into the realm of men’s fashion. Beyond the runway, the street style scene outside Pitti Uomo 108 was equally captivating. Fashion insiders roamed the streets in distinct ensembles, combining clean tailoring and classic accessories to add a refreshing touch to Florence’s menswear style landscape.

Guest of Honor Homme Plisse Issey Miyake brings its signature pleats and craftsmanship to Pitti Uomo. Image courtesy of Pitti Uomo.
Guest designer Post Archive Faction (PAF) is a South Korean streetwear brand founded by Dong Joon Lim and Soo Kyo Jeong. Image Courtesy of Pitti Uomo
Guest designer Niccolo Pasqualetti presented his first menswear show at Pitti Uomo. Image Courtesy of Pitti Uomo

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