فندي unveils its Fall/Winter 2026 ready-to-wear collection, marking Maria Grazia Chiuri’s powerful debut as Chief Creative Officer. In a resonant declaration of unity and shared elegance, Chiuri introduces a transversal wardrobe that dissolves conventional boundaries, inviting men and women alike into one cohesive, sophisticated universe.
The guiding principle—“Less I, more us”—defines every silhouette, every stitch. Chiuri’s coed presentation champions a shared language of essentials: impeccably tailored jackets, structured coats, versatile pants, and fluid separates designed to move seamlessly between wardrobes and lives. “My idea is to make the jacket that everyone desires,” the designer noted backstage, underscoring her commitment to timeless, desirable classics crafted with extraordinary precision.
Black reigns supreme across the runway, a deliberate choice that delivers sobriety, authority, and effortless chic. This restrained palette serves as the perfect canvas for subtle infusions of heritage and edge—folkloric vests edged in fur, an Army green flight suit, distressed motocross jackets in yellow and black, pleated skirts, delicate lace cocktail dresses, and evening columns in shimmering panne velvet that nod to the languid glamour of the 1920s.
Heritage echoes throughout. Delicate white leather collars styled as chokers reference Karl Lagerfeld’s enduring legacy, while cross-strap closures pay tribute to Kim Jones. Furry intarsia football scarves celebrate the five founding Fendi sisters—Paola, Anna, Franca, Carla, and Alda—emblazoned with poetic phrases from Italian artist Sagg Napoli, including “Rooted but not stuck.” Chiuri’s longstanding dialogue with female artists continues through collaborations with the estate of sculptor and poet Mirella Bentivoglio, realized in striking jewelry and graphic T-shirts.
Accessories remain focused and iconic. The legendary Baguette returns in its original silhouette, richly embellished and poised for modern relevance—a quiet reminder of Chiuri’s early years at Fendi in 1989, when she helped shape the house’s accessories language before her celebrated tenures at Valentino and Dior.
Fur appears thoughtfully: tippets, collars, and patchwork coats crafted from remodeled existing skins, reaffirming Fendi’s pioneering savoir-faire in responsible الرفاهية.
Presented in the brand’s expansive Via Solari show space, the collection drew an international audience of LVMH leadership, top retailers, editors, and industry figures, signaling the start of a compelling new chapter for one of Italian fashion’s most storied houses.
Backstage, Chiuri reflected on the moment: “It’s really exciting to start a new project. I want to celebrate all the heritage and also the values of this brand, where I learned so much, because working with the five sisters was really a big school, not only for me, but also for many designers. They taught me to work in a team, to collaborate, and to be innovative while maintaining tradition. Those are the elements of our work here.”
Fendi Fall/Winter 2026 is not merely a collection—it is an invitation to collective elegance, a wardrobe built for real lives, enduring friendships, and the quiet power of shared النمط.
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