As the daughter of a tailor, Alberta Ferretti was immersed in the world of fashion from a young age, opening her first store aged just 18. "Italy's quiet achiever," as she was once called, has gained worldwide acclaim for her delicate styles, a light hand with pretty party dresses and appreciation for lux fabrics and intricate detailing. Her Grecian goddess gowns make a regular appearance on the red carpet, an A-lister's go-to. They are a prime example of feminine draping at their best, emphasising intricately embellished necklines and signature floor-sweeping hemlines.