An absence of formal seating at Ermenegildo Zegna’s show echoed the collection’s unstuffy nature. “It’s a very casual approach to luxury: Clothing to be worn in a very natural and free way,” Gildo Zegna explained on the sidelines. This season, Zegna’s nomad eased out of the office and headed to distant shores in soft hues that seemed to whisper: Easy does it. The laidback approach was not without Zegna’s signature tailoring and extraordinary fabric technology. Crisp linen suits –– some with slim double-breasted jackets; others with faded Prince of Wales or Madras motifs – were perfectly unruffled and cool. Elongated jackets paired with roomier trousers were reminiscent of “The Great Gatsby” era of elegance. More casual looks, such as drifting linen and silk dusters, washed Napa blousons and slightly oversized cardigans with suede inlays, also breezed down the runway. Accessorized with raffia hats and feather-light ties that resembled summer scarves, this collection offered a gust of fresh air to kick off the summer season.