Bottega Veneta’s Spring 2026 ready to wear collection marked a pivotal moment for the house. For Louise Trotter’s first outing as creative director, rather than staging a dramatic reset, she approached her debut with restraint, presenting a collection that felt measured, precise, and deeply connected to the brand’s core values.
The clothes communicated confidence through control. Silhouettes were fluid yet intentional, skimming the body without excess, while tailoring carried a softened authority. Leather, long central to the brands identity, was handled with particular care, appearing supple and lived in rather than overtly rigid and polished. Woven details surfaced subtly, integrated into garments and accessories without demanding attention, save for one wildly luxe grey belted woven leather overcoat.
The color palette remained grounded in nuanced neutrals and muted tones, with a few splashes of muddied lilac, yellow, and poppy red, reinforcing the collection’s calm and considered mood. The emphasis was on construction and continuity rather than disruption, acknowledging the house’s recent evolution while gently redirecting its focus toward longevity and everyday elegance. Each piece felt designed to endure beyond the season.
Within the broader conversation around modern luxury, Trotter’s debut read as a foundation rather than a declaration, suggesting a future for the brand built on craftsmanship and quiet confidence for a new intentional chapter.
Discover the collection below.
