Washed Out Match, the Lacoste Fall/Winter 26 collection by Pelagia Kolotouros, draws inspiration from René Lacoste’s 1923 match in Deauville and revisits the spirit of 1920s tennis wear while infusing it with contemporary luxury and athletic functionality, emphasising movement, comfort, and elegance.
It offers a nostalgic take on tennis style, enriched with vintage tennis club motifs. Silhouettes are predominantly oversized and fluid, creating the characteristic Lacoste look where laid-back practicality meets chic nonchalance. Robe-like trench coats, longline parkas, and funnel-neck overcoats drape loosely over the body and are paired with wide-leg trousers, pleated midi skirts, and A-line dresses.
Weather-resistant outerwear, like rain capes and coats, completes the silhouettes, creating a visual contrast between the sheerness and the opacity of the fabrics beneath. Layered athletic pieces reinforce the collection’s balance between practicality and refinement. Boxy blazers, bombers, and hoodies with exaggerated shoulders allow for layering that feels effortless. Textures play an important role, evoking performance while nodding to the brand’s athletic heritage.
The palette revolves around Lacoste’s signature greens, creams, sandy neutrals, and navies, with some pops of red that give the collection dynamism. Subtle nods to ’90s minimalism appear through clean lines and understated embellishments. Bold screen prints inspired by tennis imagery contrast with delicate floral embroideries, creating a striking balance.
Words by Carolina Benjumea
