article_snippet.sent: The two men established the first flea market in Rome and were the first to introduce the concept of vintage in Italy.
article_snippet.sent: Co-author Enrico revealed that The two men wanted to honour the Italian designers who have helped to make the country a fashion powerhouse.
article_snippet.sent: Many Italian powerhouses started out with a focus on craftsmanship, using work methods and decorative traditions that were passed down through generations.
article_snippet.sent: His students included Valentino Garavani - who continues to be an Italian powerhouse today.
article_snippet.sent: In fact, Italian style has made a huge contribution to the fashion industry today, with Milan Fashion Week still a crucial part of the circuit, and with young models such as Kendall Jenner flocking to Milan every year.
article_snippet.sent: Popular culture figures such as Rihanna, are also active lovers of Italian style.
article_snippet.sent: Successful models such as Kendall Jenner (pictured) flock to Milan Fashion Week every season to walk in shows such as Dolce & Gabbana (left - Autumn/Winter 2015, right - Spring/Summer 2015).
article_snippet.sent: Italian style is very much still crucial to the fashion landscape .
article_snippet.sent: Italy has become more global and the melting pot of different nationalities has automatically brought new influences into Italy's lifestyle. '