Interferenze, a new chapter in the history of Valentino under the vision of Alessandro Michele at the Fall/Winter 2026–27 Women’s Fashion Week, represented an eternal clash of extremes—both in fashion and in art. What you want to wear versus what society expects of you, as well as the constant opposition between chaos and order.

Pleats have often been interpreted as decorative elements when architecture is translated into fashion. In this collection, guided by the oscillating structure of Palazzo Barberini, the technique was used to direct the body, creating a controlled chaos framed by suits, fur coats, and ties that seemed to resist the movement of the fabric, offering moments of visual rest.

The maximalism we have come to expect from Alessandro Michele is tempered here. While some looks appear to hold two ideas at once, the truth is that they do. There are dresses with ruffles layered over sheer fabrics and coats whose upper half remains restrained while the lower half becomes a baroque and chic celebration.

Between fine silks and velvets, Michele reveals the legacy he intends to shape at Valentino: striking accessories, graphic prints, floral embellishments, velvet, sheer layers, pleats that wrap around the body, and others that guide movement and flow. Always with intention, history, and a dialogue with other artistic disciplines. Valentino in 2026 is interpreted, read with knowledge, and studied with meticulous attention.

Another ongoing ready-to-wear trend persists throughout the collection: fur appearing in dresses, trench coats, and stoles. These pieces follow the movement of the fabric—sometimes restricting it, but always with purpose. The collection feels cohesive, complete, and full of character. Michele’s signature is clearly imprinted on Valentino, and it is easy to imagine these looks appearing on future red carpets and in editorials.