Facchinetti debut at Gucci wins applause

Alessandra Facchinetti presented a sexy and feminine Gucci summer collection in Milan today, making a much-applauded debut as heir to Tom Ford’s fashion throne.

The 34-year-old Italian took over as creative director for Gucci women’s wear last March. Her fashion view confirms Ford’s trademark glamour and sexiness, while adding a dash of her own feminine inspiration. Her show was part of the Milan fashion week of preview presentations for spring-summer 2005.