Industrial leatherwear brand LP Leo Prothmann unveiled its Spring/Summer 2026 collection with a powerful runway presentation at The Mandrake Hotel in London. Titled ALL GENDERS RUNWAY ‘GAIA’, the show blurred boundaries, transformed identities, and pushed creativity into daring new forms.
Together with @greygoose, the event welcomed guests to experience the collection before continuing the night at the LP x @cooc.london afterparty.
Leo Prothmann: A Rising Star in Avant-Garde Fashion
Born in Munich and raised in Mallorca, Leo Prothmann has already established himself as a designer to watch. Mentored by Rick Owens, Prothmann brings a high-energy vision to fashion that challenges tradition and invites audiences into a world where leather, strength, and sensuality converge.
For Spring/Summer 2026, Prothmann drew inspiration from Gaia, the Earth Goddess, presenting a collection that summoned guardians, blacksmiths, and “women of the night.” Models appeared armored in sculpted bomber jackets, flowing draped gowns, and leather-heavy silhouettes that embodied both resilience and beauty.
“I have been thinking of Gaia. Not the myth alone, but a mother whose body is the earth. In these hours, when freedoms tremble and identities are made to answer for themselves, I ask: where does she live now?” — Leo Prothmann
Key Highlights of the Collection
- Leather mastery: from sharply tailored jackets to intricately layered dresses.
- Gender-fluid vision: the runway emphasized inclusivity, presenting a collection for all genders.
- Artisanal collaboration with Converse: a bold fusion of industrial craftsmanship and streetwear influence.
- Mythological undertones: silhouettes carried the spirit of guardians and blacksmiths, reflecting Gaia’s protective and elemental force.
Why You Should Know LP Leo Prothmann
With each season, Leo Prothmann cements his place in the avant-garde fashion world. His designs combine myth, craftsmanship, and raw energy—making him one of the most intriguing voices of the new generation. If he wasn’t already on your radar, now is the time to take notice.
Creative Direction LP @leoprothmann
Stylist Edda Gudmundsdottir @eddagud
Runway Photographer Rebecca Maynes @rebeccamaynesphoto
Lookbook Photographer Stefano Giovanni Giuliano @stefanogiovannigiuliano
Casting Director Harper Pfion Celeste, Celeste Casting @harperpfion@celestecasting
Hair Lead Efi Davies @efidavies supported by Toni&Guy @toniandguyworld
Makeup Lead Andrew Gallimore @andrewgallimakeup supported by MAC @maccosmeticsuk
LP studio team: Carmela Dias @whattsheneeds Ethan Menashe @ethanmenasheonline Tess Warren @tesswarrenn Nicole Ben-Yair @nicolebenyair Jamie Ollason @sonofolla Ethan Pavey @ethanhamptonpavey Ruby Harris @rubyharriscreative Sara Ibanez @saraa_ibanezz Eden Sherry @eden_sherry_ Evita Vitolina @viitolina_
Project Coordinator Hayder Ahmed @heyhayder
Project Assistant Frankie Baumer @genderfuckalien
Music by Holden Federico @90stechno.redux bespoke track for the SS26 presentation
Lighting Director Jodie Rabinowitz @jodi_.rabinowitz
PR Florent Belda and Alexandre Malgouyres @alexmalgouyresfor Rep Agency @repnyc
Shoes from Converse @converse deconstructed by LP @leoprothmann special thanks @_edlee
Perfume by Azzi Glasser @theperfumersstory
Installation by Playbody @playbody.london
Materials in collaboration with Inversa Leathers @inversa.leathers
Jewellery in collaboration with @ollivion
Sunglasses by Cubitts @cubitts
