At UNESCO in Paris, Julien Dossena once again proved his mastery by recharging Rabanne’s DNA for Fall/Winter 2025-2026. It was a show that balanced restraint and release — a sophisticated dance between clinging to the past and breaking free for the future — delivering a collection that felt both fierce and tender, modern yet timeless.
Duality was the thread weaving through Dossena’s visual narrative. Faux fur, at times wild and other times embracing, appeared in voluminous coats and kinetic skirts that swayed like moving tails. Structured wools and coated cotton contrasted sharply with deconstructed panels and metallic finishes — a bold fusion of the raw and the radiant.
But it was the symbolic details that elevated the collection even further. Keys worn as necklaces hinted at hidden meanings: safety, mystery, and the promise of the unknown. A subtle yet powerful touch, reinforcing the collection’s central message — the tension between control and surrender.
Visually, the show offered a true feast of textures: bulging faux furs, wipe-clean PVC macs ready to battle any urban storm, and slinky chainmail dresses sculpted to the body — perfect for a night that shimmers with electricity. The undeniably bold and radiant aesthetic made each look feel destined to capture both camera flashes and captivated glances.
The front row, filled with Gen Z’s favorite faces — including Chappell Roan, Marina Foïs, and Damso — solidified Rabanne’s fresh, fearless energy. Dossena not only honored the maison’s legacy but also proved that the brand’s future is just as daring as its past.
“Hold everything close — our history, our treasures, our strength — only to let it go at just the right moment,” Dossena declared.
And that’s exactly what we witnessed: a collection that embraces its roots yet strides boldly into tomorrow.
Rabanne is far from just a memory — it’s pure, electrifying momentum.
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