Tailored Expositions: Armani’s essence remains in fall/winter 2026 collection

Leo Dell’Orco’s first Fall/Winter collection at the helm of Giorgio Armani’s menswear is a continuation of the brand’s refined elegance. With an air of stylish gentleness, the garments flowed along the runway with restrained authority, with a mix of oversized streetwear and timeless dressing in velvet, crepe, cashmere, corduroy, and matte leather. The familiar color palette tied everything together—the greige and charcoals, soft browns, and muted neutrals seamlessly gliding from look to look across the whole 112 of them, which were displayed on both male and female models.  

 The structure of the fit and the comprehensive understanding of the male anatomical figure of the late Armani were maintained. Soft tailoring and easy drapes, and wide-legged trousers that glide through without becoming sloppy, all conspicuously told the story that Armani remains Armani, even after its founder’s death. Dell’Orco followed his masters steps with disciplinated eagerness, after 40 years behind the legendary designer.

The soft silhouettes, deep winter tones, and impeccable craftsmanship showcase a sophisticated collection of understated luxury. As the brand described it, Leo Dell’Orco’s debut unfolds through “a refined harmony of contrasts” with color that is “discreet yet decisive” and “textures that shift between shine and matte”, fitting the core concept of the collection: cangiante, a technique where shifting light and shadows are represented by changing hues, developd in Renaissance Italy. All in all, the collection’s versatility, wearability, and assorted elegance earn it a Suited and Booted.