COmple years to remember. Although all in the fashion industry is designed to be fresh, young and newborn, often brands and maison hide one history long And rich. A past to be celebrated and rediscover in particular in conjunction with special events. Like the first 50 years Of Zara.
Exactly on May 9, 2025, in fact, the 50th anniversary From the foundation of the Spanish brand, which in the meantime became a giant in the sector. The brand, loved by fashionistas of all ages and origins, is therefore preparing for celebrations In great style, starting with a photographic project signed by one of the most influential figures of fashion. Without forgetting a stellar cast of top model call to interpret the brand’s spirit and DNA. The same who led Zara to reach 50 years of age.
The first store
The date chosen as Zara’s birthday actually refers to the day of the opening of his first shop. The May 9, 1975Indeed, Amancio Ortega He opened the doors of the Zara store in Calle Juan Flórez, in La Coruña, Spain. Ortega, for its part, had already directed its company since 1963, the Confacciones Goa, which successfully produced women’s clothing. That space, part of the famous Galerías Of the buildings overlooking the sea of La Coruña, marked a fundamental turning point for the future of the brand, which began its global expansion there. In this celebratory year, not surprisingly, that first shop will host an exhibition of limited edition garments and objects, for a journey through half a century of history and fashion.
One of the first Spanish shops in Zara, photographed in 1975 (Photo: Courtesy of Press Office)
Zara 50 years: a birthday by Steven Meisel
To celebrate his first 50 years, Zara has chosen to return to collaborate with one of the most important and influential creatives of the fashion industry. The photographer Steven Meiselin fact, signs a project video gathering 50 among the top model more requests in the sector. The idea, promoted by Marta Ortega Pérez, non -executive president of Inditex, the group of which Zara is part, is proposed as a tribute to creativity, longevity and love for fashion.
For the first time, therefore, these 50 models meet in front of Meisel’s goal for a collective performance. Each of them, in fact, interprets the brand in its own way I Feel Love by Donna Summer, released in 1977. The cast stellar It includes Adriana Lima, Amber Valletta, Carla Bruni, Christy Turlington, Cindy Crawford, Doutzen Kroes, Eva Herzigova, Irina Shayk, Linda Evangelista and Mariacarla Boscoono. Without living Twiggy, Vittoria Ceretti, Naomi Campbell and Penelope Tree. For a composite and eclectic portrait of female elegance and beauty, without age limits.
Mariacarla Boscono is part of the stellar cast called to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Zara (Photo: Courtesy of Press Office)
A special collection
Such an important anniversary could only be accompanied by one capsule collection equally special. In fact, Zara celebrates her first 50 years with a stylistic proposal founded on the meeting between white And black. The two nuanceopposite yet complementary, are so declined on Slip Dress Slipped, tailored shirts and pants with the pinces, bustier style top and impalpable skirts. The precise rigor and elegance of structured blazers, light turtlenecks and leather trousers coexist with more whimsical and scenographic creations, such as draped dresses or evening silk clothes.
In short, Zara’s collection becomes the spokesperson for an essential and indispensable refinement, to show off so much in the everyday life as in view of ceremonies and formal occasions.
The capsule collection dedicated to the 50 years of Zara It is available online and in selected brand of the brand.
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