Paul Smith knows his way around colour-blocking. For his latest SS26 collection presented in Milan, the English design icon showcased an offering filled with garments in hues that are used in menswear way too rarely (if you ask us). The collection opened with a lineup of looks where psychedelic printed shirts matched the ties worn on top and were worn with loose trousers. A pale chartreuse suede jacket was paired with roomy black shorts, while a fuchsia knit was tucked into cargo-green bottoms. The rich palette also made its way to the accessories portion of the show, with the models holding netted grocery carriers that matched their small bags. Sneakers ranged from orange and baby blue, while leather belts in bright yellow and green cinched the silhouettes. Towards the end of the show, the propositions became more subdued. Suits in dark grey and navy were pinstriped and paired with neckties in a darker fuchsia and olive green, adding a sense of eccentricity to classic tailoring.

Words by Martin Onufrowicz

PAUL SMITH SS26

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