Campillo Spring Summer 2026, unveiled by Mexican designer Patricio Campillo at 180 Maiden Lane in New York City, signals an empowering chapter for the brand. The “Repetición” collection is a meditation on the power of repetition as both ritual and renewal, translating the cyclical nature of tradition into a contemporary vocabulary that is unmistakably Campillo. Set against Manhattan’s iconic skyline, the runway show revealed a cohesive vision that honors Mexican heritage while embracing forward-thinking design and sustainable craft.
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The thematic core of Campillo Spring Summer 2026 lies in the act of repetition, an idea explored both philosophically and materially. For Campillo, repetition is more than a motif; it is a ritual that shapes identity and a mantra that programs daily life. The collection’s title, “Repetición,” becomes a lens through which every garment and collaboration is filtered, highlighting how recurring gestures and cycles sustain tradition, shape survival, and offer moments of visual poetry. This is evident in the designer’s words: “Repetition exists simultaneously in culture and daily life: in the gestures that define identity, in the cycles that sustain tradition, in the persistence that becomes survival.”
Material innovation is at the heart of Campillo Spring Summer 2026. This season, Campillo introduced a series of in-house knits, constructed by weaving strips of fabric into a modern reinterpretation of Mexican intrecciato. The result is a brutalist take on traditional basketry, abstracted into luxury while honoring local craft. Hand-stitching is used not merely as decoration but as a means of building new architectural shapes, transforming the act of sewing into the very framework of each piece.
Collaboration is a defining feature of this collection. For the first time, Campillo worked directly with textile artisans, integrating traditional knits and felting techniques into the collection. These partnerships, approached with respect for rhythm and cultural identity, bring a new dimension to Campillo’s aesthetic. Notable contributors include Saualli Textil, whose loom-woven cotton and palm leaf textiles add a tactile richness, and Maison Fevrier by Máxime Leroy, who crafted feather corsets and suede top covers in Paris. The collection also features accessories made from ixtle (agave fiber) by 86nudos Studio in partnership with Don Julio, emphasizing natural processes and the merging of creative forces rooted in culture.
Charro tailoring remains the cornerstone of Campillo’s design language, but for Spring Summer 2026, the codes are reimagined. The collection features cropped jackets, sharply defined shoulders, and elongated trousers, silhouettes that balance tradition with contemporary edge. The tailoring is both precise and expressive, reflecting Campillo’s ongoing refinement of artisanal craft and aesthetic consistency.
The partnership with Don Julio reaches new heights this season, with garments and accessories crafted from natural agave fibers and cotton thread. This collaboration underscores a shared commitment to sustainability and artisan craft, reinforcing the collection’s dedication to natural materials and innovative fabrication.
Campillo Spring Summer 2026 is also defined by its rich network of artisans and collaborators. From handwoven Yucatecan hammocks by Hamacas Mexicanas to traditional silversmithing by Carlos Andrés Sánchez, each contributor brings a unique heritage and technical mastery. Elena Valdez of E7 Studio introduces natural dyeing and rusting techniques, while Jerónimo Martínez Victoriano and Alfonso José García contribute pedal loom-woven speckled textiles curated by Natalia Ramírez. These elements converge to create a collection that is as layered as it is cohesive, a true labor of love for the design and craft.
The casting, styling, and production further reinforce the collection’s vision. Styling by Chino Castilla, casting by Ignacio Murillo, and hair by Evanie Frausto ensure a polished yet authentic presentation. The soundtrack, curated by Ruzzi, and the meticulous production by LA MALLE, with PR managed by PURPLE, round out a show that is as thoughtfully curated as the garments themselves.
Founded in 2017, Campillo continues to shape the conversation around contemporary menswear by blending charro culture, Mexican modernist architecture, and pre-Hispanic minimalism. As a semi-finalist in last year’s LVMH Prize, Patricio Campillo’s independent label has just written a noteworthy chapter.
Hair Stylist: Evanie Frausto
Casting Directors: Ignacio Murillo, Kathryn Costigan
Models: Asher Chen, Bernie Martinez, Devyn Garcia, Erik Lemus-Calderon, Hiandra Martinez, Jacob Gutierrez, Jordy Ortiz, Keny Salgado, Lamine Seck, Laura Reyes, Lineisy Montero, Michael Martin, Muhammad Fadel Lo, Noel Hernandez, Omahyra Mota, Ronald Turner, Ruben Alejandro, Ryu Aguilar, Thursday
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