MFW: nautical chic at Emporio Armani

Multiple shades of blue dominate the color palette of this Spring-Summer 2015 collection, along with some white and a few touches of grey. The tailoring is impeccable, whether in ruffled dresses or textured tops, and the interplay of different materials adds another layer, making up for the fairly monochromatic palette.

Along with plenty of solids, there are also a number of new takes on the classic horizontal stripe motif, underscoring an overall nautical vibe.

Among the surprises from this collection were the sneakers, as seen at a number of other runway shows this season, proving that athletic footwear is here to stay. Another detail poised to return next spring is the crop top, which — though seen in only a few looks in this runway show — is more in vogue than ever.