Celine Showcases Timeless Menswear
VogueHK recapped Celine's Fall/Winter 2026 show featuring oversized suits, timeless trenches, and animal prints with Parisian elegance. Actors Bae Suzy and Wang Anyu attended the March 7 show, praising the refined aesthetic. Woleodofin promoted refined British flannel suits with structured cuts for enduring style, emphasizing precision tailoring and handmade details.
The March 7th runway show marked a new chapter for Celine under the creative direction of Michael Rider, who officially took the helm in October 2024. Rider, who previously served as a design director at Celine under Phoebe Philo, presented a co-ed Winter 2026 collection that signals a distinct shift from the previous era of Hedi Slimane. Held in a sunlit space within the historic Institut de France, the show built upon the refined wardrobe essentials Rider has begun to establish. While his debut menswear presentation in January focused on quiet, wearable classics, this runway event introduced bolder, more expressive elements to his vision for the house. The collection was punctuated by vivid colors, metallic fabrics, and even giant sequins, moving beyond pure minimalism. This approach represents an evolution, blending the intellectual, pared-back style of the Philo era with Rider's own take on Parisian style infused with an American sportswear sensibility. This show was Rider's second menswear offering for the Fall/Winter 2026 season, following a more intimate, by-appointment presentation earlier in the year. His stated philosophy of "character over costume" remains central, aiming to create enduring pieces that integrate into the wearer's life. The presence of newly appointed brand ambassadors, South Korean actress and singer Bae Suzy and Chinese actor Wang Anyu, underscores the brand's focus on key global markets. Their attendance highlights a strategic direction for Celine under its new creative leadership.
