Chanel is, perhaps, one of the few brands whose codes remain deeply ingrained in the collective memory. That’s why, with Matthieu Blazy’s debut at the helm of the maison, there was no need to reinvent the wheel—only to make it more contemporary. For the Spring/Summer 2026 collection, each look reimagined the iconic tweed with a fresh, effortlessly cool approach.

With a viral closing look that perfectly encapsulated the collection, Blazy leaned into summery tones contrasted with greys and creams. From torn organza, fringes, and transparencies to subtle volumes, mid-length tweed blazers, 3D floral embellishments, feathers, and optical illusion embroidery—Chanel knew this debut was a “now or never” moment. And yes, the world is watching.

Feathered overskirts and fitted mermaid-cut dresses adorned with embroidered flowers balanced strength and lightness. Set inside a planetarium, the real sun streamed through the space, casting its glow across the models and tracing the movement of each skirt. Ultimately, this collection was about movement—the most powerful force in the world.

Our take? A true rebirth for Chanel. Traditional colors transformed into glowing summer sunsets, and the oversizedsilhouette fell with the grace only high luxury can achieve. These are pieces made for display windows, editorials, and moments of indulgence. Matthieu Blazy made the house shine with the intensity of the sun—its strength keeping every eye fixed on each creation.