The Hermès runway transforms into a beach, scarves become tops, and bright bags breathe new life into the look!

On a summer day, the waves shimmer, a gentle breeze caresses the wetlands, and the air is filled with a fresh scent. The horsewoman, unfettered by her reins, arrives at a leisurely pace. She is effortless and fearless, a guardian of this land.

Her outfit is effortlessly casual, seemingly effortless, yet conceals subtle ingenuity: effortless layering, a gentle breeze adding the finishing touch.

The Hermès Spring/Summer 2026 women's collection once again reveals the possibilities of "control."

Nadège Vanhée, Artistic Director of Hermès women's wear since 2015, marks her tenth year in office—a distinctive yet consistent style, imbued with classic heritage and an independent spirit.

This free-spirited horsewoman's wardrobe blends exquisite tailoring with the ingenuity of saddlemaking, inspired by an antique Camargue saddle treasured in the Hermès archives.

This southern French nature reserve is renowned for its pink salt lakes, migratory flamingos, wild horses, and traditional equestrianism.

The time-tested saddle bridge, shaped by rider and horse, inspires a collection that embodies both classic heritage and an independent spirit.

Hand-waxed leather is stiff yet easily contoured to graceful curves. Details like drawstrings, buckles, and rings are expertly integrated with craftsmanship, retaining equestrian functionality while imbuing the garments with a sculptural, three-dimensional quality.

Nadège's design philosophy and style consistently emphasize the fusion of pragmatism and humanistic aesthetics.

The frequent use of quilting pays homage to leather craftsmanship and the age-old art of buti embroidery.

A cropped biker jacket, designed for freedom of movement, complements an asymmetrical quilted linen canvas skirt. A flowing windbreaker, inspired by trench coats, cinches the waist with a drawstring, echoing the principles of formal tailoring while also embodying the precise aesthetic of equestrianism.

A bodice supports the fluid, draped silhouette, embellished with the vibrant pattern of the Aux champs en fleurs scarf. A form-fitting quilted dress, inspired by a corset, features a belt and cords, paired with cycling shorts, embodying traditional craftsmanship with a sporty spirit.

A silk scarf is casually folded into a top, cinched by a leather corset, or transformed into a sculptural neckpiece, interwoven with a necklace. These ingenious layering techniques aim to highlight, rather than obscure, the figure.

This "one piece, multiple wear" concept not only addresses the modern woman's need for practicality, but also creates endless styling possibilities through the combination of materials and construction.

Work overalls, cut from crisp cotton and embellished with harness-style drawstrings, evoke a marine atmosphere.

A light, sheer sailor sweater lets the sun caress the skin. Traditional Mediterranean prints, hand-painted with brushstrokes, flow across the soft silhouette, interwoven with quilting techniques to create a dynamic texture.

In terms of color, Nadège's travel experiences have inspired her with a natural philosophy, which she translated into a clash of earth-toned garments with bright accents. This collection is both calming and vibrant, emulating the wonders of the outdoors.

This season's runway showcases a vision of boundless horizons and expansive vistas unfolding amidst wind-sculpted landscapes, where the endless tides of rivers and oceans sculpt the deltaic landscape. Inspired by the colors of the Camargue wetlands, the collection has been transformed into a vibrant and poetic color palette. Bright hues of orange, blue, and red permeate the collection, echoing the natural vitality of the wetlands while injecting a sense of energy for the urban woman.

Bearing the weight of history while adapting to modern life, the collection ultimately embodies a casual and elegant lifestyle. Behind this design lies Hermès' profound understanding of the complexity, inner strength, and outer beauty of women, as well as its ongoing commitment to fashion expression—through timeless design, exquisite craftsmanship, and a timeless aesthetic, accompanying women through every stage of life, becoming an outward expression of their confidence, elegance, and strength.

She is in tune with nature, celebrating the stories and spirit of women throughout the ages—uninhibited, lucid, and free.