prada aw26 | layered histories

Yet again, Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons have pulled off a fascinating magic trick for Autumn/Winter 2026. Instead of sending out a sprawling army of models, they enlisted a precise cast of just fifteen women to present a whopping sixty looks. The lineup couldn’t have been been any messier – for the better of course. Hair was frazzled, makeup was heavy under the eyes and the styling gave this idea of getting ready in a rush. Bella Hadid made a triumphant and highly anticipated return to the runway, leading this concentrated group through an exercise in reverse dressing. Each model walked the catwalk four separate times, shucking off a layer of clothing with every pass to reveal an entirely new ensemble hidden beneath. This act of de-layering brilliantly captured the multifaceted reality of how women actually dress and transform throughout a single day, which is exactly what Prada was hoping to achieve. The clothes themselves speak a distinctly Prada language, mixing strict tailoring and practical sportswear with the delicate romance of embroidered satin dresses. As the models peeled back the layers, they revealed unexpected combinations like sheer beaded skirts worn over simple slips and heavy canvas jackets layered atop... Read more » The post prada aw26 | layered histories appeared first on Schön! Magazine.