Story be Editor-at-Large CAROLINA OGLIARO
From Slopes to Soirées, This Collection Redefines Luxury Like Never Before
There are fashion moments that shimmer like frost-kissed peaks at dawn, fleeting yet unforgettable. Then, there are collections like Elie Saab’s Fall/Winter 2025-2026, which don’t just capture a moment but define an era. Presented at Paris Fashion Week, this season’s offering is nothing short of an alpine fantasy, where couture-worthy craftsmanship meets the seductive mystique of après-ski culture.
Imagine the scene: the hush of snow-covered chalets, the golden blush of the alpenglow, the crisp bite of winter air tinged with the warmth of burning cedar wood. Now translate that into sumptuous fabrics, cinematic silhouettes, and an effortless fusion of adventure and elegance, this is the essence of Elie Saab’s latest masterpiece.
A Love Affair Between Nature and Nobility
For Fall/Winter 2025, Saab paints a picture of high-altitude opulence, where midnight black, powdered white, pine green, rich burgundy, and chocolate brown evoke the untouched beauty of alpine landscapes. These are the shades of a life lived between two worlds, the polished salons of Paris and the untamed wilderness of St. Moritz.
The opening looks set the tone: voluminous fur coats draped over butter-soft leggings, striking a balance between boldness and sensuality. A sleek, figure-hugging jumpsuit in jet black embodies modern-day Bond-girl energy, while a high-shine yellow parka emerges as a statement piece of sports-luxe allure.
But make no mistake, this isn’t just about power dressing. There’s a whisper of romance in the details: scalloped tiers of beaded floor-length gowns reminiscent of moonlit waves on a frozen lake, cashmere sweaters intricately woven with snow-capped mountain motifs, and silk corsets that melt into layers of mermaid lace.
Après-Ski, But Make It Elie Saab
As the sun sets on the slopes, the collection takes on a new, intoxicating rhythm. The party begins with sixties-inspired embellished jackets, cropped tuxedo trousers, and fitted midi-skirts, pieces that glide effortlessly from an afternoon by the fire to an all-night revelry beneath crystal chandeliers.
Accessories are an exclamation point rather than an afterthought. Fur-trimmed snow boots, Alaskan hats, and visor sunshades exude an air of playful extravagance, while the latest additions to THE WAVE collection cement Saab’s reputation as a maestro of modern femininity. A final flourish? Fur bags in multiple sizes are perfect for carrying only the essentials, confidence, allure, and a touch of mystique.
The Verdict: A Collection That Owns the Season
Elie Saab’s Fall/Winter 2025 collection is about owning the season. This is a wardrobe for women who move seamlessly from snowy summits to candlelit soirées, from adrenaline-fueled adventure to high-glamour enchantment. It’s bold, it’s breathtaking, and it’s designed for those who don’t just chase the alpenglow, they become it.
In the grand symphony of fashion, this collection is a crescendo.
