Sassy sexy & sensuous - Ebony Fashion Fair

Italian designers showcased an array of gorgeous creations for spring 2004 on the runways in Milan. Femininity was the unifying theme throughout a colorful parade of great looks. There were elegant evening gowns of luscious, sheer fabrics, as well as sassy cocktail dresses that showcased the body at its best. There were also refreshing, fun-casual ensembles that epitomized the spring mood--form-fitting racy outfits, midriff tops over dropped-waist skirts, and flirty outfits from Emporio Armani and Gattinoni. Colors ranged from earth tones of browns and beiges to sweet pink, vibrant blue and green, catchy yellow and of course, white. As wintry weather calms down, elevate and advance your attitude with visions of the sassy, sexy, sensuous Italian fashions for spring.

2004 SPRING FASHIONS FROM MILAN

Stephan Janson's pretty bright yellow satin ensemble is comprised of draped camisole worn over draped, sari-style skirt.

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Elegant sensuality is pervasive in Fendi's ankle-length cream-colored decollete dress of shimmering satin. Accessorized with dotted cummerbund wrap belt that directs attention to the waistline.

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Ensemble of air-brushed denim embellished with silver studs pairs four-pocket jacket with matching asymmetrical drop-waist skirt. Accessorized with silver bracelets. By Angelo Marani.

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Ferragamo offers breezy elegance in oversized blue floral-print caftan worn over white shorts. Accessorized with white sandals.

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Off-the-shoulder champagne-hued silk dolman blouse worn over form-fitting pants with matte and satin panels. Accessorized with complementary clutch bag. By Gucci.

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Sizzle in Gattinoni's white corset-style mini worn over white shorts.

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White is always right for spring, as exemplified in Lidia Cardinale's chic pantsuit with front-button jacket with wrap belt and large patch pockets.

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Illuminate the nightlife in Mariella Burani's ensemble of black T-strap tank top adorned with silver sequins that complement the sequined miniskirt. Worn with fishnet armband under wide silver, jeweled cuff bracelets.

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Far Left: Ferragamo's ensemble of beige knit top with square neckline and three-quarter-length sleeves, worn over cocoa-hued, multilayered sheer fluted skirt.

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Left: Max Mara's ensemble of embroidered strapless bustier worn over long pinstriped skirt, topped with five-button suede vest.

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Emporio Armani's sassy red, black and white ensemble pairs black knit long-sleeved top with bold horizontal stripes with short red and black skirt. Accessorized with red belt slung low over hips.

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Emilio Pucci delivers sass and class in tangerine Capri-pants piped in black worn with print handkerchief tube top. Note: Multicolored, ankle-strap sandals.

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