Dolce & Gabbana Alta Moda Runway Show, Taormina, Sicily. A Celebration of Couture, Craftsmanship, Jewellery and Love

If Sir Lancelot wore bespoke, he would have chosen this impressive embroidered tunic paired with a dashing velvet cape for a midnight tryst with Guinevere. What fun it must be to wear a bountiful floral bouquet! Siren red mermaid gown. Zorro sans his mask on date night. All images credit: Dolce & Gabbana.

Entitled “From Sky to Earth,” the exotic setting for the breathtaking Alta Moda show was the enchanting Radicepura Horticultural Park.

Sumptuous, sexy, sensational. The Alta Moda D&G runway parade begins; an eloquent fashion expression of “la dolce vita” by Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana.

Entrance making sky blue tulle ball gown featuring a subtle “allure décadente.” Dolce & Gabbana.

Lush scarlet velvet figure hugging sheath dress. The simplicity of the gown allows for an over indulgence of jewels. Dolce & Gabbana.

Renaissance sleeves highlight this embroidered gown. Dolce & Gabbana.

Consider the magnificent embroideries, the handmade craftsmanship, (although many of the talented artisans who hand create these garments are women.) Let’s call those garments a celebration of craftswomenship. Dolce & Gabbana.

Cherub figurines prance across this molded mini. Dolce & Gabbana.

A-line gown emblazoned with roses. Dolce & Gabbana.

Appliquéd top shown with swaying gold fringe skirt. Dolce & Gabbana.

Yes, Greek goddesses can still be found in Taormina, Italy. Dolce & Gabbana.

Elegant black suit with pencil skirt. Dolce & Gabbana.

Daring ensemble of velvet and lace. Dolce & Gabbana.

Luxurious celadon fur reflecting a 1920’s élan. Dolce & Gabbana.

Sheer baby blue chiffon paired with elegant opera cloak. Dolce & Gabbana.

Couture corset with garters becomes formalwear in the hands of D&G.

Vibrant embroidered blossoms accented with fur. Dolce & Gabbana.

Regal gown styled with floral crown. Dolce & Gabbana.

This unbelievable hand crafted cloak tells an ancient story. Dolce & Gabbana.

Delicate peach chiffon ensemble. Dolce & Gabbana.

Magnificent embroidery, fit for a queen. Dolce & Gabbana.

Alta Sartoria, the made to measure menswear couture collection by Dolce & Gabbana.

The archeological sites of Sicily, hand embroidered. With this level of expertise, anything is possible. Dolce & Gabbana.

Silk vest adorned with colorful jewelry. Dolce & Gabbana.

Formal smoking jacket ensemble. Dolce & Gabbana.

Dolce & Gabbana. Cape with split sleeves, bedecked with jewels.

Scarlet brocade suit accented with quilted lapels. Dolce & Gabbana.

There’s drama, then there’s Dolce & Gabbana.

Dolce & Gabbana. Note the jewellery created for the Alta Gioielleria Collection was presented during the menswear as well as womenswear runway shows.

Elegant contrasting embroidered sleeves. Dolce & Gabbana.

Muscle shirt, à la couture. Dolce & Gabbana.

Dolce & Gabbana. Color alert: watch for uptrending deep scarlet for 2026-27.

Chic waistcoat, a menswear silhouette popular in the early 18th century. Dolce & Gabbana.

Dimensional gold embroidery, velvet trousers, high shine leather boots. Swoon-worthy menswear by Dolce & Gabbana.

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Dolce & Gabbana. Princely attire.

Alta Gioielleria, Dolce & Gabbana. A golden necklace fit for a beautiful mermaid. Within the former San Domenico convent in Taormina, Sicily, Dolce & Gabbana presented their Alta Gioielleria Collection of both devotional and secular divine couture jewellery.

Mermaid’s coordinating earrings of gold seashell and important gems. Dolce & Gabbana.

Ruby necklace, bracelet, earrings and ring suite. Dolce & Gabbana.

Brilliant assortment of jewels. Necklace and earrings by Dolce & Gabbana.

Statement necklace hand fashioned of coral, rubies and diamonds. Dolce & Gabbana.

Hand painted ivory of Italian city scene encircled by enamel and jewels. Bracelet by Dolce & Gabbana.

Charm bracelet of hand painted images of the Madonna, gold and precious gems. Dolce & Gabbana.

Delicate hand painting. Dolce & Gabbana.

Aquamarine jewels, enameled leaves. The artistry of Dolce & Gabbana.

Opulent necklace. Hand painted scene of ancient Sicily. One-of-a-kind jewelry by Dolce & Gabbana.

Magnificent bejeweled holy cross. Dolce & Gabbana.

Sacred heart of rubies and diamonds. Dolce & Gabbana.

Bejeweled rosary by masters of couture luxury, Dolce & Gabbana.

The Institute of Contemporary Art Miami, Florida held a magnificent Dolce & Gabbana exhibition entitled, “From the Heart to the Hands: Dolce&Gabbana.” The exhibition was on view from February 6, 2026, through June 14, 2026.  Experience the glorious D&G museum exhibition here.

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