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Julian Klausner is clearly in his feels for his second outing at Dries Van Noten, and understandably so. “I wanted to praise the joy of new beginnings,” he wrote in the show notes, “the unfolding of possibilities; the naivety and the honesty of the first experiments with self out of the comfort zone.” Six months on from his June beach presentation, where graduates celebrated at dawn, this collection imagined them leaving home – packing bags, catching trains with spirits full of promise.

Titled ‘Yo Ga Aketara’ or ‘When Dawn Breaks,’ the Autumn/Winter 26 collection is a beautifully messy tribute to that specific coming-of-age era; of the bravery it takes to step out of your comfort zone, carrying nothing but a suitcase full of friendly clothes and a few inherited trinkets. The 1969 track by Maki Asakawa also set the pace, playing throughout the show. 

You have the tailored strictness of old-school uniforms clashing against oversized fatherly coats and mother’s blurred florals that look like they were snapped on a vintage Polaroid. The proportions are delightfully unhinged too, playing with a “too tight, too big, a bit short” energy that perfectly captures the awkwardness of growing up.

Knitwear is the real MVP of this collection, appearing in every possible form from chunky FairIsle patterns to nostalgic argyles and stripes. It is all rendered in an ‘intuitive impasto’ of textures that stays true to the Dries legacy, using a palette of moody greys and blues that gets a sudden, sugary jolt from ‘Fruitella pastels.’

Klausner approaches styling here in a way that doesn’t feel planned, specifically with what he calls “knotting as a gesture with intention.” Whether it is a scarf tightened for warmth or a necktie left loose and rebellious, it feels like a genuine reflection of a character in flux.

The accessories really drive the wanderer narrative home. Models were adventuring on the go in flat sneakers and hi-top boxing shoes, hauling oversized laundry bags and school satchels that looked heavy with secrets. Closely, you could spot patchwork knit hats, attentive/nerdy eyeglasses and inherited trinkets, like fishing lure pins and semi‑precious lucky charms, which gave a sense of personal mythology. As Klausner says, it is all about the “unfolding of possibilities.” 

Discover the collection here.

photography. courtesy of GoRunway
words. Gennaro Costanzo

Just when you thought your shelfie had reached peak saturation, H&M and e.l.f. Cosmetics have teamed up for a multi-sensory launch turning a daily makeup routine into something far more atmospheric. The limited-edition eau de parfum trio marks H&M’s first-ever beauty-on-beauty partnership, while giving e.l.f. a double debut: its first step into fragrance and its first global fashion collaboration.

The collaboration, aptly named ‘Make It Make Scents’, takes the signature notes of e.l.f.’s most recognisable bestsellers and translates them into something visceral and emotive.

“Being part of e.l.f’s first venture into fragrance is especially meaningful, and together we set out to create something unexpected — bringing premium craftsmanship to fragrance in a way that is modern, expressive, and accessible,” says Cathrine Wigzell, General Manager, H&M Beauty. “This collection reflects our shared belief in democratising access to high-quality beauty experiences.”

Kory Marchisotto, Chief Marketing Officer at e.l.f. Beauty, adds: “The world is craving more liberation, imagination and self-expression. This is the best of beauty made accessible to the happy many.”

First in the lineup is Power Grip (Salty Drip), a fragrance that mirrors the hydrating, sticky success of its namesake primer. It’s a crystalline blend of eucalyptus, cedarwood and sea salts that feels like glassy teal light or a fresh, mineral grip on the skin. Then there is Halo Glow (Luminous Cloud), which drifts like a shimmering pearl dream. Combining magnolia, vanilla and amber, it’s an airy, romantic scent that feels as light and enchanting as a soft filter for the soul. Finally, Camo Blend (Nude Canvas) offers a more mysterious, transformative vibe. With notes of vanilla, musk and palo santo, it’s a creamy, smoky forest of a fragrance that blends seamlessly into the skin.

To celebrate this milestone, the brands have unleashed a high-energy campaign directed by the visionary music video director Tanu Muiño. Set to an original track titled ‘spritz. walk. waft,’ the video features choreography designed to maximise the spread of the scent, inviting us all to master the art of the ‘waft.’ Beyond the bottles, the collaboration includes limited-edition accessories that actually fit the aesthetic, like the Salty Grip Gripping Socks, a Luminous Cloud Charm and a Camo Blend Bowling Bag.

Launching on 29 January 2026, the trio of fragrances will be available in selected H&M stores worldwide and online. Discover more here.

photography. courtesy of H&M
words. Gennaro Costanzo

If only the walls of a Laurel Canyon mansion could talk, they would probably ask for an NDA, but since they can’t, Mike Amiri has decided to let the clothes do much of the storytelling. For Amiri Autumn/Winter 2026, the designer took us on a trip up the Hollywood Hills to the hazy, golden era of the 1970s. 

Hosted at Le Carreau du Temple, the show space was transformed into a luxurious, careworn den that set the tone for a collection obsessed with intimacy. Mike Amiri calls it the “sweet spot” between the stage and the street, and in all fairness, he has nailed the artist’s uniform this season.

“For me, men’s formalwear is most interesting when it feels effortless and personal. I love the idea of artists wearing tailoring in an informal way,” he notes. Last season’s Club Amiri provided a clear starting point but, this time, the vision is even more refined.

We are seeing tailoring that refuses to be rigid, with blazers thrown over trendy Henleys and boots swapping in for dress shoes. It gives major shared-wardrobe energy, where boyfriend suits are actually borrowed by girlfriends and delicate embroidered knits drift seamlessly between the men’s and women’s racks.

Denim becomes one of the collection’s underlying heroes. Jeans are flocked with velvet, bleached and softened, or finished with intricate embroidery that feels almost jewellery-like in its placement. Some are cut with a lived-in looseness, others sharper through the leg, but all of them carry that slightly worn, much-loved quality Amiri does so well. The palette looks like it has been left out in the California sun just long enough, moving through deep merlots, dusty sage greens, vintage-tinged blues and washed-out mints.

American classics styles, such as western wear, officer’s jackets and leather, are given the much needed modern high-luxury makeover. The accessories follow the same logic, with the Honey bag and the East-West Pouchette reconsidered for a modern itinerary, alongside recalibrated western boots that are ready for a little stomp.

Amiri Autumn/Winter 2026 felt like a wardrobe for the main character in a biopic that hasn’t been written yet. As Mike Amiri said, the closer you get, the more you feel.

Discover the collection here.

photography. courtesy of Amiri
words. Gennaro Costanzo