At Berluti, it’s footwear first. And for Spring/Summer 2026, the Parisian maison made sure that message was loud and clear. At the Simone et Cino Del Duca Foundation, a stately 19th-century townhouse overlooking the leafy Parc Monceau, Berluti welcomed guests into a world where legacy, artisanship, and innovation come together—starting with a giant sculpted foot, evoking the grandeur of Roman statuary.
This wasn’t just art for art’s sake. It was Berluti, reminding us where their story begins: with shoes.
The Future of Footwear Is Light
The new Farniente loafer, revealed this season, was designed to feel as soft as a slipper—effortlessly luxurious and made for a slower pace of summer living. Even the classic Alessandro oxford, originally designed in 1895, has been reimagined in a form so supple it can fold in half. This isn’t just craftsmanship; it’s technical artistry made tactile.
From bold statements to subtle gestures, the collection’s footwear captured the spirit of modern luxury with a nod to tradition.
A House of Rooms, A House of Stories
The SS26 presentation unfolded across a series of themed rooms—each one designed to showcase the brand’s artisanal excellence and growing lifestyle universe. One space featured buttery leather hides, inviting guests to touch the raw material that forms Berluti’s DNA. In another, artisans laser-etched initials into leather bookmarks, a personal nod to the house’s iconic Scritto motif—a swirling 18th-century script that has become a house signature.
A surprise delight? A room lined with bowls of candy, playfully introducing Berluti’s newest small leather good: the 1 Jour de Poche, a compact day bag that feels like a paperback in the hand—crafted in an array of richly patinaed hues, just like the shoes.
Design That Moves—With You and With the Times
Adjacent rooms explored Berluti’s innovations in technical footwear, especially with the Shadow sneaker. Now upgraded with seasonal materials—from cashmere knit for winter to breathable mesh for summer—the Shadow has become a year-round staple.
The ready-to-wear offered tailored expressions to complement the footwear: cropped cream-striped suits for the new Mont Thabor loafer, textured blue blazers paired with chino-style pants, and linen Forestière jackets—originally created for Le Corbusier in 1947—reimagined in eco-sourced fabrics from Nona Source, a platform for repurposing LVMH’s luxury textile surplus.
Conclusion: Berluti’s Footprint on the Future
For Spring/Summer 2026, Berluti doubles down on its shoemaking roots, but expands its vision far beyond. It’s a brand in motion—crafting not just looks, but lifestyle pieces with soul, precision, and surprising charm. Whether it’s a flexible oxford or a bag the size of a novel, Berluti continues to shape the future one step at a time.
Berluti is renowned for producing the finest Italian shoes, as well as high-quality garments such as pants and belts.