The art short titled "Sand" formed a backdrop for the Armani collection inspired by Mediterranean sands both in its colors — powdery gray, rosy white, pearly beige, lava black — and in the undulating motion created by the light, often translucent, textiles. Cavalli favored attention-grabbing billowing gowns in bright psychedelic floral prints or his trademark animal prints. The designer also told reporters that he is in advanced stages of discussions over the sale of his fashion company -- but that he would remain firmly at the creative helm. On hand was long-time friend, supermodel Heidi Klum, in town to host Saturday night's amfAR fundraiser, supporting research that aims to find a cure for AIDS by 2020. The looks were androgynous with strong references to school uniforms in both form, with sturdy materials, and in mascot-friendly colors like maroon, navy and sky blue. Long blouses were tucked into high-waisted belted skirts, wide pants had skirt-like sweep and jumper dresses were slit open to reveal the hem of a shirtdress.