This season’s Dirk Bikkembergs SS17 show was a special one. Taking place at the Piscina Caimi, the show started off with a bit of sporty action from the Canottieri Milano water polo team. The models strutted past wearing, of course, some swimwear, but also plenty of outfits for many occasion, all with an athletic influence.

We have to hand it to Bikkembergs, because making a suit look sporty in a cool way isn’t easy, but the garments really are appropriate for a variety of occasions. In addition to suits and casual wear, models also sported speedos and more casual sportswear.

Colorblocking trends were apparent, as well as funky shoes of all sorts to match each outfit. Bags came in many forms, but we especially loved the leather backpacks and surprisingly–a bag shaped like a giant soccer ball. Some of the more elegant looks used bold prints and leather and added a vibrant touch to the whole collection. Besides the adult models, some children even walked the runway with matching outfits to launch Dirk Bikkembergs kidswear.

Posted by Lori Zaino and photos from Dirk Bikkembergs.