Salon of Excellence curated by Cristina Egger and Alex Dordevic returned to Pitti Uomo 105

The 20th edition of this prestigious and unique event 2024 is dedicated to fashion Aesthetes, took place at magnificent Palazzo Gaddi in heart of Florence, on January 10th, 2024.

Images by Giovanni Frenda

This year’s roster of participating brands showcased the cream of Italian artisanal luxury brands and a superb newcomer to the tailoring world, SCALA by Nikolas Barelier, an architect from Athens, who embarked on the sartorial journey creating masculine ready to wear tailoring intended for true aesthetes, providing excellent value for money.

The bespoke tailoring selection was spearheaded by renowned aesthete Valentino Ricci of Sciamat who presented their latest sartorial creations intended for truly refined gentlemen, Famed shirtmaker Siniscalchi from Milan presented their new bespoke pieces.

The Sartoria Voglio trousers, hand made in Naples to the utmost detail, in selection of exquisite fabrics. In the accessories department, Viola Milano showcased a beautiful ties and club shirts.

Ladies segment curated by Cris Egger, featured Luca Giannola’s pleated creations in pure silk tule , all hand made in his Atelier in Bologna, that superbly capture all the feminine elegance one can imagine.

During the evening guests enjoyed cocktails created for the occasion with a special edition of DeGorsi Gin distilled with precious notes of Earl Grey tea.

The ballroom of Palazzo Gaddi for one more, time hosted one of most  relevant events in the last decade during Pitti Immagine.

Cristina Vittoria Egger