Maximilian Davis continues to chart an evocative course for Ferragamo, steering the house into Pre-Fall 2026 with a collection that draws deeply from the cinematic romance of 1920s Hollywood and the sunlit ease of Italian-Caribbean living. This season, Davis’s vision is anchored by the idea of the ocean as a connective force, linking continents, cultures, and eras, while shaping the wardrobe of a modern global citizen.
Nautical Heritage Reimagined for Ferragamo
Davis’s exploration of Ferragamo’s archives is evident in the collection’s nautical stripes and maritime motifs, which surface across silk scarf dresses and fluid knitwear. These pieces recall the elongated silhouettes of the 1920s, but with a contemporary lightness and movement. The influence of the sea is not merely aesthetic; it becomes a motif for discovery and new beginnings, echoed in the subtle sailor codes that run throughout the collection.
Bouclé fabrics and draped dresses channel the opulence of Hollywood’s Golden Age, yet are rendered with a clarity and minimalism that feels distinctly current. Details such as knotted fastenings on shirts and shoulders, horn buttons, and metallic Gancini hardware nod to the sartorial language of sailors, while metal boating eyelets and intricate knit patterns add a tactile, utilitarian edge. Coated natural fabrics introduce an organic, technical finish, marrying tradition with innovation in a way that feels both luxurious and wearable.
Colour and Craft: From the Caribbean to the Catwalk
A vibrant palette, punctuated by bold colour blocking, pays homage to the Caribbean, a region whose spirit infuses the collection with warmth and optimism. Degrade prints evoke the ephemeral markings of water along the shoreline and the limitless horizon, reinforcing the collection’s fluid, boundary-crossing ethos.
Shirting is a cornerstone this season, reinterpreted with inventive proportions and silhouettes. Relaxed and tailored fits coexist, with sailor and mandarin collars lending a cosmopolitan air. Shirts appear as dresses, as well as under suiting, while cotton is employed in an array of forms, high-waisted sailor trousers, low-slung pencil skirts, crisp shift dresses, and softly gathered shapes all underscore Davis’s commitment to versatility and ease.
Footwear: Iconic Forms, Modern Attitude
Footwear is given a fresh twist, notably with the introduction of a new ballerina featuring the iconic Vara bow in shredded grosgrain, a detail that also animates a new criss-cross sandal. Gathered leather, fastened by a Gancini, drapes elegantly across loafers, sandals, and mules, while satin pumps with sculptural “S” heels are adorned with Art Deco-inspired jewellery. Pointed-toe slingbacks, a Ferragamo signature, are reimagined in printed crocodile, olive green, and deep brown. For menswear, the offering includes refined lace-ups and streamlined, deconstructed loafers, each imbued with understated sophistication.
Accessories: Elongated Lines and Artisanal Touches
Accessories this season are marked by elongated, East-West proportions. The Hug and double Gancini flap bags are stretched into new silhouettes, while their classic forms are refreshed through inventive animations. The Soft Hug appears in grosgrain, and a woven leather hobo bag stands as a testament to Ferragamo’s enduring commitment to craftsmanship.
Davis’s Pre-Fall 2026 collection for Ferragamo is a meditation on connection, between past and present, tradition and innovation, Italy and the Caribbean. Through thoughtful references and refined execution, the collection invites wearers to embark on their own journeys, guided by the timeless glamour and modern ease that define the house’s evolving identity.
Discover more from the Ferragamo Pre-Fall 2026 collection lookbook featuring Apolline Rocco Fohrer and Aaron Shandel in our gallery:
