A Milano Moment With…W's Karla Martinez

by The Daily Front Row

We caught up W’s fashion market and accessories director, Karla Martinez at the DSquared2 show in Milan to find out where she goes for a little sightseeing when she’s not running around from show to show. Plus, her Milanese fashion besties! 

 

Do you ever have time to get out and enjoy Milan?

Last year I went to see the Last Supper, which was really fun! I’ve been coming here for six years and had never seen it so I finally took the time to do that. It was beautiful.  It’s very civilized. It was like a moment of peace. But when you do have time to take a day in between, it’s great. I was hoping to go to the Venice Biennale, which is two hours away. Also, last year a friend invited me to Portofino and that was really fun.  It’s an hour and a half away. I went for the weekend after the shows.

 

Who do you like running into when you’re here?

I have a good friend Edgardo Ooario that does Aquazurra; we always do dinner here. It’s always nice to catch up with my friend Michal Saad that works here for Loro Piana, Cristina Cavatore who works at Zagliani, and Carmen Borgonovo [fashion director of My Wardrobe and Vogue vet].

 

Fave restaurant?

Do I have to disclose? Well one that people always go to is Santa Lucia and Tore de Piza, As for my other favorite, I don’t want to say!

 

Do you do any shopping while you are here?

Of course! Actually, I have to go shopping after this show because one of my bags that was filled with shoes didn’t arrive. Otherwise, I’ll be wearing booties all week. I think it will arrive tomorrow, but it hasn’t been located yet.  I’m not going to panic. Fingers crossed.

 

Oh, no! How many shoes are we talking?

A solid 12 pairs, I think.

 

Good luck! Any parties you’re looking forward to?

The Hogan parties are always fun. There’s just always a good energy and atmosphere.

 

What shows are you looking forward to seeing?

Oooo, I love the shows here! Obviously, I’m looking forward to seeing Prada and No. 21. I love No. 21, and Prada is always such an exciting fashion moment. I’m looking forward to Fausto Puglisi’s show later in the week. There’s also more up-and-coming designers that are great. There’s one I’m seeing this week called Elena Ghisellini. Sara Battaglia is also doing a presentation this year with her bags.

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