Monnalisa presented the last collection of the day, hosting a cocktail party, followed by their catwalk presentation. The show opened with the brand's fairly new boyswear collection titled 'Hitchhiker', which showcased a variety of winter looks

The Monnalisa catwalk and party has become one of the staples of the Pitti Bimbo children's fair, and this year we were treated to an early evening soiree in the gardens close to the Pitti Palace. After sipping prosecco and canapes of tempura

The sundress was a big trend at Pitti this season – and Monnalisa was a key player, with the demure Fifties look its prominent theme. Sundresses had a prom feel, decorated with check trims, tassels and large floral prints. Embellishments were

floral designs adorned hats, bags and brooches, while blooms featured on dresses and skirts (right). Liberty prints were also seen on boyswear.  Roaring success Animal prints roamed the catwalks, with leopard and tiger stripes on skirts and tops in a