The prestigious fashion event featured prominent designers like Mans and Pedro del Hierro, highlighting a mix of traditional tailoring and cultural influences.
The prestigious fashion event held at the IFEMA venue on Thursday, February 20, showcased an impressive lineup of designers, including Mans and Pedro del Hierro, highlighting the resurgence of tailored elegance and cultural inspiration in the fashion industry.
Mans, helmed by Seville designer Jaime Álvarez, made a notable return after a hiatus from the runways. Álvarez, a recipient of accolades such as Vogue Who’s On Next 2020 and the L’Oreal Award for Best Collection this year, introduced a collection that emphasizes his deep-rooted passion for tailoring. The presentation maintained traditional sartorial elements while blending them with innovative patterns. The color palette featured rich hues including eggplant, deep navy blue, baby blue, cream, and red. Key features of the collection included remastered pleats, high sashes, and an impressive bridal design that served as the grand finale of the show.
Pedro del Hierro also brought a captivating presentation to the event. The brand, which clinched the L’Oréal Award for Best Collection at the previous edition, debuted its autumn-winter 2025/26 collection, titled “El pellizco.” The creative directors Nacho Aguayo and Álex Miralles led this collection, which was further complemented by a performance from singer Ángeles Toledano. Drawing inspiration from flamenco culture, the collection blurs the lines between masculine and feminine aesthetics, featuring a color palette dominated by white, black, and red. The designs artfully juxtaposed various finishes, including flowing ruffles and luxurious velvets enhanced with intricate embroidery, embodying the captivating styles reminiscent of flamenco legends like Camarón and Antonio Gades.
The runway event concluded with Claro Couture, which embraced its Andalusian roots and celebrated its heritage. The show was notable for its strong influence from the 1950s and 1980s, showcasing a vibrant array of polka dots. Doble C, under the leadership of Fernando Claro and his daughter Bea, remained true to the brand’s DNA, reflecting on its rich 40-year history while continuing to embrace classic design elements.
The event marked a significant milestone in the fashion calendar, drawing attention to the ongoing interplay of tradition and innovation within Spain’s vibrant fashion scene.
Source: Noah Wire Services
