Shades of grey

Who can afford a skiing holiday during the recession? Giorgio Armani can Photograph: Luca Bruno/AP

David Beckham and Giorgio arrive at the Emporio Armani show Photograph: Venturelli/Venturelli/WireImage.com

Frankie Morello adds a lighthearted touch to the prevailing dark mood with bubbles Photograph: Giuseppe Cacace/AFP

Chunky knits, velvet and big collars feature in Gianfranco Ferre's show Photograph: Alberto Pellaschiar/AP

Nice trousers at Les Hommes. Team with a ruff to effortlessly update your look Photograph: Venturelli/WireImage

Leather is used extensively by Roberto Cavalli Photograph: Giuseppe Cacace/AFP

And golden belt buckles added a small touch of glamour Photograph: GIUSEPPE CACACE/AFP/Getty Images

Despite the useful walking stick, we wouldn't personally encourage you to wear this Vivienne Westwood creation for rambling Photograph: Giuseppe Cacace/AFP

Finally! Dolce & Gabbana bring a big splash of colour amid all the doom and gloom Photograph: Damien Meyer/AFP/Getty Images

Chiselled cheekbones and feminine silhouettes are all the rage at Jill Sander Photograph: Giuseppe Cacace/AFP/Getty Images

Missoni's show makes use of autumnal hues Photograph: Damien Meyer/AFP/Getty Images

At Prada it is all about the details, with tiny studs adorning jackets, shoes, shirts and even trousers Photograph: Giuseppe Cacace/AFP/Getty Images