Glenn Martens Showcases Maison Margiela Collections in Shanghai with Accompanying Exhibitions

Belgian fashion designer Glenn Martens, who serves as creative director for both Maison Margiela and Diesel, presented his fall 2026 collections in Shanghai on Wednesday. The event featured both ready-to-wear and Artisanal lines. This presentation coincided with four exhibitions across China that explore fundamental principles of the fashion house. These exhibitions aim to introduce Chinese audiences to Margiela's heritage, including its distinctive bianchetto pattern and its longstanding emphasis on anonymity over individual recognition. Martens emphasized the importance of clothing craftsmanship and the joy of fashion creation. He also shared an anecdote about how his border terrier, Murphy, helped him connect with the studio team when he first joined Maison Margiela. The dog was eventually given a small lab coat. Martens views maintaining enjoyment as central to his work in fashion.