In the heart of Manhattan, at the historical Woolworth Building, Altuzarra’s spring 2026 runway collection redefined womanhood through subtle subversions. The designer of the eponymous label, Joseph Altuzzara, said he rooted the collection in a “fleeting image, caught in the periphery—something that looks familiar, but upon closer inspection, is subtly, even absurdly off.”
Models walked wearing intently surreal designs made for a double take. Loose T-shirt dresses were actually quite stiff, satin pieces. Florals were hand-painted onto dresses, inspired by the opening scene of the dark comedy American Beauty, in which a red rose is a continuous motif. Soft but glamorous details echoed the trends of 1940s Hollywood. Hula-Hoop silhouettes and feathered cocktail dresses were really made of knit, and touches of playfulness were added from drop hoop waistlines. Chic clutch bags were reimagined from the label’s Origami bag.
Ahead, see all the details from the Altuzarra 2026 spring runway, from stylish celebrity arrivals to key looks from florals to fur details. Keep scrolling to learn more about the designer’s exploration of womenswear.
Chic Clutches
Clutches will be everywhere by spring 2026, and Altuzarra is making sure of it. The designer constructed the small carry to be ergonomic, featuring a hand strap. Models looked effortlessly chic holding a rectangular or geometrical, Origami-style bag with delicate dresses.
Harem Pants
Loose and easy were the main themes throughout the entire collection, and harem pants were a testament to this. The rounded silhouette and generous draping into a tapered hemline were an indication of the designer's dedication to clean lines.
3D Florals
Whimsy was another through line in the collection with three-dimensional florals adorning models. The designer pulled inspiration from his children's collage artworks, driving home the fact that cheekiness is always welcome in womanhood and fashion.
Furry Details
Faux-fur trims for spring were unexpected, as models were dressed in fur short sleeves, pencil skirts with fringe hemlines, and floral dresses with fur shrugs. While the spring is known for lightness and warmth, these looks are reminiscent of 1940s Hollywood, where glamour came before comfort.
Hula-Hoop Waistlines
Spring of 2026 will be defined by unlikely trends such as the Hula-Hoop waistline. Soft, flowy fabrics are juxtaposed with a structured, drop hoop waistline that reminds me that girlhood and womanhood often blend within fashion.
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