Louise Trotter made her highly anticipated debut at Bottega Veneta with the SS26 collection, becoming the first woman to lead the house. Live from Milan, the show was a masterclass in sculptural minimalism, playful textures, and refined elegance - from liquid-like powder-blue coats and hypnotic fringe to top-to-toe intrecciato and bold red finales. Trotter’s debut was all about movement, tactility, and a fresh take on Bottega’s heritage, confirming the house is in incredibly

Meryl Streep and Stanley Tucci stole the spotlight in character at Dolce & Gabbana’s Milan show, filming scenes for The Devil Wears Prada 2 — right beside Anna Wintour, no less. But the real drama was on the runway. Titled “PJ Obsession,” the SS26 collection delivered 66 looks of unapologetic striped glamour, luxurious loungewear, and seductive Sicilian tailoring. It was theatrical, maximalist, and undeniably Dolce. Who knew pyjamas could look this powerful?

From Marco Rambaldi’s crochet masterpieces to Blumarine’s butterfly-filled femininity and Tod’s leather-forward approach, Milan Fashion Week SS26 offered a diverse mix of craftsmanship, drama, and quiet luxury. Here’s my take on the standout moments, favourite looks, and textures that defined each collection.

Moschino’s SS26 collection was a masterclass in fashion absurdity—bold, theatrical, and brilliantly bizarre in all the right ways. From wearable potato sacks to gravity-defying hats and recycled patchwork gowns, this was fashion with a punchline and a purpose.

Set against a factory-style backdrop, Prada SS26 delivered a masterclass in modern femininity, blending utility silhouettes with ruffled lace skirts, bold colours, and silk gloves in every shade imaginable. Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons struck the perfect balance between wearable and whimsical - cohesive, clever, and unmistakably Prada.

Silvia Venturini Fendi’s Spring/Summer 2026 collection delivered a visual feast of texture, colour, and craftsmanship - from cherry tomato red tailoring to woven fur coats and laser-cut florals. With 84 bold looks, the runway was a masterclass in modern Italian elegance, proving that fashion doesn’t need a single definition, just feeling.

Diesel kicked off MFW SS26 with a city-wide egg hunt and 55 full runway looks sealed in transparent capsules. Forget the catwalk - this show took over the streets of Milan, blending fashion, fun, and full-blown chaos in true Diesel style.

Daniel Lee’s 57-look Spring/Summer 2026 collection for Burberry just dropped in London, and it’s a colourful, textural, trench-coated dream. With crochet, plaid, hot pinks, and sky-themed staging, Burberry reminded us that British fashion can be classic and playful - especially when scarves are involved.

London Fashion Week SS26 flew by in a chaotic blur of castings, salads, 4am writing sessions — and my very first runway walk (!). From surprise Gucci drops to jaw-dropping emerging talent, this final day delivered drama, beauty, and bold vision to close out the week.

Set in the regal Mansion House, Simone Rocha’s Spring/Summer 2026 collection was a dreamy, cinematic delight. From pillows to mountains of tulle, sequins, and glimmering silver, Rocha delivered a collection full of emotion, vulnerability, and her signature romantic femininity. Transparent PVC trenches, frilly pearl-embellished pieces, and even ballerina platform Crocs proved Rocha can make anything runway-worthy.