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Arthur Arbesser Fall 2026 Ready-to-Wear: Kintsugi-Inspired Upcycling

other · 2026-09-25

Arthur Arbesser embraced a see-now, buy-now model for his fall 2026 ready-to-wear line, staying true to his previous collections. He explained that this year signifies a major change for both him and his brand, prompting him to redesign garments solely from archived fabrics. The team spent weeks sorting through materials to reduce waste creatively. When there wasn’t enough fabric for full pieces, they crafted accessories instead, like a scarf influenced by children’s party themes. The Revival collection showcased prints from past seasons, featuring a baroque design from fall 2022 and colorful checks from spring 2025, all dyed at a small Milan shop. During the show, Arbesser's friend Marcela Gutiérrez painted on a large canvas while classical music played, leading Arbesser to joke about the ambiance feeling like a horror film.

Key facts

  • Arthur Arbesser presented his fall 2026 ready-to-wear collection in a see-now, buy-now format.
  • The collection was inspired by kintsugi, the Japanese art of repairing ceramics with gold seams.
  • Arbesser cited 2026 as a year of major changes in his life and for the brand.
  • Only fabrics already in the archive were used, with no scrap wasted.
  • A Revival collection brought back prints from fall 2022, spring 2025, and fall 2024.
  • Garment dyeing took place at a small dye house outside Milan with six washing machines.
  • Marcela Gutiérrez painted a canvas during the presentation; it will become a print for the next collection.
  • The presentation occurred in the brand's creative space, with classical music from an old boom box.

Entities

Artists

  • Arthur Arbesser
  • Marcela Gutiérrez

Locations

  • Milan
  • Italy

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