DINO ALVES, CARLOS GIL, ÇAL PFUNGST, GONÇALO PEIXOTO, LUIS CARVALHO, BÁRBARA ATANÁSIO, DUARTEHAJIME and ARNDES

A Quiet Storm Raged Along the Atlantic Ocean, Calling for Cocoons, Cloaks and Capotes, and Collections Whispered of Saudade (that Untranslatable Portuguese Sense of Longing). Are You Heeding the Iberian Call?

On trend: headscarf and voluminous suit. At Luís Carvalho

Image Credit Lisboa Fashion Week

As Winter tails off, Lisbon Fashion Week returned for the Fall/Winter 2026/7 season with a renewed sense of purpose: to prove that Portuguese design is a compelling counterpoint to the traditional European Fashion Weeks.

Against the city’s historic backdrop of ancient cobbled hills and quaint tiled facades, a fashion week that has earned its own inimitable character, unfolded.

Collections oozed raw emotion and a kind of melancholic romance, a ‘quiet storm’ of sorts that felt very Atlantic indeed.

One sensed designers aimed to do more than just cover the body in something special – it felt that the idea was to be sumptuously enfolded as well as protected. Think cocoon coats, head scarves and oversized sunglasses!

Portuguese design had evidently moved beyond Summer’s sun-drenched minimalism into a ‘tactile, touchy-feely maximalism’ (think reclaimed luxe leather and sturdy wool juxtaposed with flimsy organza and silk chiffon) and one where craftsmanship and deconstructed tailoring formed the solid backbone of collections.

Palettes were darker, where neutrals – volcanic black, deep ink blue, charcoal, dove grey, dark chocolate, biscuit, bison, camel and beige – whispered rather than shouted on the runways, and the occasional shock of pillar box red, orange, moss green or sky blue added to the allure of the quietly understated, multi-layered looks.

From Ochre to liquid gold. At Gonçalo Peixot

Silhouettes were sculptural, often military-inspired (let’s not forget Portugal has a long maritime history), tailoring was voluminous (e.g. coats were vast and floor-sweeping, and shoulders generous), whilst various designers found their inspiration in Portuguese heritage and historical events.

So, without further ado, pull on your sea-green cashmere top, tie your silk head scarf securely under your chin and apply some oversized sunnies.

Join us on a dramatic coastal journey along the Atlantic with its moody skies, fog, sea mist and powerful storms. And be inspired by the offerings of both the fashion heavyweights and emerging rebels. (Caviat: notebook at the ready… you won’t want to miss a single fabulous detail.)

Let’s kick off with a video with some of the highlights backstage and on the runways: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IRzkssDst3Q

The look of the season: Headscarf, sunnies and a luxe navy wool coat. At Carlos Gil

DINO ALVES

Drama on the runway! Known for his signature theatrical offerings, Dino Alves fused tulle skirts, knits, tailoring and denim with subtle elements of Portuguese heritage for Fall 2026/7. And it worked a treat.

The crisp white blouses with their traditional embroidery looked contemporary and crafty and the quirky layering – especially in the menswear offering – worked very well. As did the perforated surface design effects and cut-outs in the skirts and jackets.

The deconstructed tailoring looked most covetable, and we just adore the high-waisted belts that snaked their way around waists, and across the entire collection!

At Dino Alves

At Dino Alves

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At Dino Alves

CARLOS GIL

Carlos Gil delivered a masterclass in contemporary pieces that drew on inspiration from many different cultures, entitled ‘The World’.

He caters for the cosmopolitan, sophisticated woman who is constantly reinventing herself. We’re delighted to report that despite that, menswear was certainly not forgotten!

Says Carlos Gil, “the silhouettes alternate between structured and fluid, while patterns inspired by Art Nouveau intersect with a vibrant palette that evokes the 70s and 80s, in intense reds, luminous yellows, deep greens, and striking blues, balanced by neutrals and black.”

We particularly adored the scarf-like wrap dresses paired with quaint little woollen coats (with their gorgeous floral collar corsages), mid-calf socks, pointy shoes and oversized sunglasses – such a contemporary look!

The transparent lacy chiffon dresses with their marabou feather trims were begging to be layered – but of course the brave amongst us will sport these just like Carlos Gil’s models did – au natural!

At Carlos Gil

At Carlos Gil

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ÇAL PFUNGST

Çal Pfungst (the artistic name of uber-talented Gonçalo Pereira) is known for combining fashion, performance art and conceptual art. Little wonder this offering was as dramatic and theatrical as it was wearable.

Sumptuous velvet in rose and rust, and sturdy tweed and wool in earthy shades formed the basis for the relaxed tailoring, some of it with more than a hint of nostalgic period costume.

The avant-garde flavour of many of the ensembles, with their clever draping, ruching and zipper details made for one of the most exciting offerings of the season.

Bring on the drama!

At Çal Pfungst

At Çal Pfungst

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At Çal Pfungst

LUIS CARVALHO

To close Lisbon Fashion Week, Luís Carvalho presented ‘After Image,’ “a silent territory.” According to the designer this is “a place where time blurs contours and memories reinvent themselves between the real and the imaginary.”

Silhouettes came with nipped waists, structured shoulders and dropped armholes that, according to the designer, “suggest a carefree, almost instinctive attitude”, with “a subtle tension between rigour and freedom, between what we remember and what we reinvent.”

Ruched waists on the women’s skirts and men’s trousers as well as on a women’s chiffon blouse drew the eye straight to the midriff. Belts and pleats further emphasised the subtle hourglass waistlines.

The collection is crisp and clean, black and white was interspersed with pillar box red and a very distinctive pinstripe beige.

An ensemble that made us jump for joy was the grey salt-and-pepper men’s suit with its relaxed volume, vertical shoulder pleats, epaulettes, applied pocket, belt and crisp white shirt – perfection!

At Luis Carvalho 

At Luis Carvalho 

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At Luis Carvalho 

BÁRBARA ATANÁSIO

This was without a doubt one of the most impressive menswear collections of the season, blurring the lines between streetwear and avant-garde fashion.

With a clear focus on sustainability and reuse, Bárbara Atanásio transformed everyday garments -T-shirts, denim and hoodies – into extraordinary, deconstructed pieces.

This collection embraced raw finishes, distressed fabrics, imperfections and layering, all while sporting their signature oversized silhouettes.

We love the bold looks – verging on the New Romantics, especially the layered denim, the plaid, tartan and the oversized boots. (Oh, and there was no shying away from exposing plenty skin!)

At Bárbara Atanásio 

At Bárbara Atanásio 

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At Bárbara Atanásio 

GONÇALO PEIXOTO

If texture is your thing, Gonçalo Peixoto produced a masterclass: from frothy lacy slip dresses and feathery minis to sparkly sequins on a tweed jacket-dress, it was a tactile affair of note.

Silk taffeta ballgown skirts and mini bra-lets rubbed shoulders with transparent lace slip dresses and satin 4-piece suits.

Silhouettes couldn’t have been more diverse either: from floor-sweeping skirts to micro tops, and all in a palette that ranged from organic, earthy shades to rich ochre and luxe gold.

At Gonçalo Peixoto 

At Gonçalo Peixoto 

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DUARTEHAJIME

Duartehajime managed to effortlessly fuse Japanese austerity with Portuguese melancholy.

Silhouettes were oversized, creating cocoon-like ‘envelopes. The designer wanted to create “a real cocoon of privacy for those wearing the garments, both in the intimate moments of getting dressed and offstage.”

This is streetwear that draws on urban life and culture, blending details like zippers, press studs and rivets very effectively with metallics, leather, oversized hand knits and animal prints.

The end result is a very distinctive unisex collection that looks seriously comfortable and lounge-y, yet is ultra-sophisticated, stylish and elegant.

At Duartehajime

At Duartehajime

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At Duartehajime

ARNDES

Leather, satin, chiffon and fleecy wool were elements that effortlessly combined to define the tactile essence of this touchy-feely collection.

The palette ranged from cream to black, with subtle shades of champagne, dove grey and even a pop of oxblood in the mix, to make for an offering that can only be described as understated good taste.

It’s sensual, aesthetic and super elegant. Oh, and will blend with just about everything you have in your wardrobe…

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The month of May always tends to feel like a final sprint. The kids are counting down the days until summer break, and the calendar is suddenly booked out for weeks. I’ll admit the pace can feel a little frantic, but it’s also one of my favorite stretches of the year. Charleston is in full bloom, the evenings are getting longer, and there’s an eagerness for the shift in energy ahead.

So much of this month is built around things that have been in motion for a long time: the Mexico trip we planned last year, our formal living room we started designing with Summer last spring, a new collaboration we’re finally kicking off. Here’s what’s on my radar for May.

What We’re Doing

• The last month of school! The kids are counting down the days, and we’re in a panic to fit in as much as possible before they’re home all day! 
• We’re heading to our interior designer Summer Thorton’s home in Mexico! We’ve been planning this since last year and cannot wait!
• Some of my favorite fine jewelry designers have been coming to Charleston! I had a visit from Danielle from Sherman Field to shoot a feature with her and got to preview her newest collection (it’s very colorful and very me), I had the pleasure of co-hosting a pop-up with Retrouvai (a brand I’ve long loved and have a few pieces) last week alongside with brand HighSport, and finally got to meet Irene Neuwirth at an event she had at The Dewberry last week– another brand I had long-loved and have probably the most pieces from than any other designer. Jewelry is so personal and with fine jewelry, it’s so wonderful to get to touch and try on. Because of the price point, many of these pieces I’ll sit with and think about for months (or years) before making a decision. For example, my Sherman Field locket (sold-out, similar here), which is probably my most-worn piece, was a long, waited purchase. 
• I’m kicking off the design process this month for a collaboration that will launch spring of 2027. It’s a brand you all love– and it’s one that is such a great fit and I’m beyond thrilled about! We have two more launching this year, too!
• I am excited to dig into Beneath this month after reading Conform in January, along with Yesteryear (recommended by a close friend)
• Thomas’s birthday is at the end of May, so I’m already trying to brainstorm gifts for him– he’s a hard shopper (he only likes really practical things)
• Our formal living room is being installed at the end of the month! We designed this room with Summer last spring and it’s finally *almost* ready. The room has been under construction for the past month and I can’t wait to see it come together. 

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What I’m Buying

What I’m Eyeing

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The moment the temperature gets above 60 degrees, I’m ready to break out all of the jersey dresses in my closet. They’re comfortable, washable, and easy to throw on and go about your business. This tie-front option from Modern Citizen would be fantastic to add to my collection. I love the shape and polish that the tie provides, and the midi length looks a bit more contemporary than some of the knee-length versions I have now.

This brown color is lovely, but it also comes in black, olive, “dusty blue,” and “dark maritime.”

The dress is $168 at Modern Citizen and comes in XS-1X and XSP-1XP.

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