Mame Kurogouchi's Fall 2026 collection is a testament to the designer's unique vision, blending nature and nurture seamlessly. The collection is a journey through a world where the ordinary becomes extraordinary, much like the designer's own narrative. Kurogouchi's approach to design is a delicate balance between the ethereal and the practical, a concept she refers to as 'transparent landscapes'. This season, she continues to explore the interplay between the natural and the man-made, drawing inspiration from her surroundings in Tokyo and the mountainous region of Nagano.
The collection showcases a unique blend of motifs and textile effects, with a focus on translucent surfaces. From emerald-green pressed glass with floral motifs to shoji paper screens and frost-covered windows, Kurogouchi's attention to detail is remarkable. However, this season's collection takes a more practical turn, with a nod to the designer's own needs as the brand's first client. The use of technical nylon for anoraks, trousers, and backpacks adds a sporty-cool element to the collection, while still maintaining the brand's signature sophisticated style.
The collection features a range of sophisticated garments, including generous robe coats in thick cashmere, blazers with oversized shoulders, and knitwear that spans from fuzzy chimney-neck sweaters to sheer multilayer dresses in misty gradients. One of the standout pieces is a T-shirt with a novel printing technique that yields a glass-bead surface, and a dramatic hooded coat in a unique dévoré floral fabric, a technique Kurogouchi discovered and developed herself. These innovative ideas are what set her label apart from mere 'quiet luxury' and keep her devotees coming back for more.
