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Lacoste Fall Winter 2026 Paris Fashion Week

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<p>During<strong> Paris Fashion Week</strong>, <strong>Lacoste</strong> returned to one of tennis’s most storied venues: <strong>Court Philippe-Chatrier</strong>. The setting carried special resonance for the house founded by <strong>René Lacoste</strong>, placing the <strong>Fall/Winter 2026 </strong>collection directly on the clay where the brand’s sporting heritage still echoes.</p><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/17733841454696.png" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/></div><p>Creative director <strong>Pelagia Kolotouros</strong> built the show around a dramatic moment from Lacoste history. In 1923, René Lacoste faced Spanish tennis player Manuel de Gomar in a Davis Cup round in Deauville when a sudden downpour flooded the court. Spectators tossed newspapers onto the grass to help dry it while players and guests took shelter under umbrellas, trench coats, ponchos, and rubber boots. The rain stretched the match across two days, but Lacoste ultimately won and advanced France to the finals.</p><p>Kolotouros translated that story into the show’s concept, titled “Washed Out Match.” The runway captured the pause between rain and play—those suspended moments when spectators wait for the game to resume. Instead of focusing on the intensity of competition, the collection looked toward the stands and the culture surrounding the sport.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>A Runway Inspired by the Rain</strong></div><p>The set recreated the atmosphere of a match interrupted by weather. Newspapers scattered across the court referenced the improvised solution used during that historic game. Umbrellas and rain gear appeared throughout the staging, reinforcing the idea of spectators adapting to the elements.</p><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/177338415954910.png" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/></div><p>That shift in perspective shaped the entire presentation. The show explored what happens around the match rather than during it—moments of anticipation, observation, and preparation.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>Outerwear Leads the Collection</strong></div><p>The clothes followed that same narrative. Kolotouros continued her focus on outerwear, approaching it through the lens of protection and technical innovation.</p><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/17733842306283.png" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/></div><p>Trench coats served as the foundation of many looks, while ponchos evolved from Lacoste’s signature polo silhouette into weather-ready outer layers. Technical fabrics played a key role: bonded wool acted as a shield against the elements, while transparent nylon created padded, voluminous shapes. Reflective and wet finishes echoed the surface of rain-soaked streets.</p><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/17733841861515.png" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/></div><p>Those functional materials were balanced with softer textures. Plush velvet and relaxed tailoring appeared throughout the collection, particularly in pieces referencing the house’s René blazer. The iconic crocodile emblem also appeared in new treatments, reworked through embroidery and archive-inspired insignias.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>A Heritage Collaboration</strong></div><div>The collection also introduced a collaboration with <strong>Mackintosh</strong>, the historic Scottish outerwear house known for its rubberized fabrics. The partnership brought traditional waterproof techniques—hand-glued seams and taped cotton—into Lacoste’s athletic vocabulary.<img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/17733841729092.png" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/></div><p>Several key silhouettes emerged from that dialogue between the two brands: a poncho polo, a rainproof tracksuit, a pleated trench skirt, and hybrid track jacket shirts. Classic cable-knit sweaters appeared alongside technical nylons, reinforcing the balance between heritage and performance.</p><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/17733842157899.png" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/></div><p>Accessories continued the tennis narrative. The Lenglen Bag returned in updated proportions with a silicone grip handle, while racquet covers and tennis ball clutches were crafted from Mackintosh technical fabrics.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>Colors After the Storm</strong></div><p>The palette reflected the visual shift that follows rainfall. Cool greys, inky heathers, and dark metallic tones set the foundation of the collection. From there, the colors warmed.</p><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/17733842424714.png" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/></div><p>Agave green referenced grass refreshed after a downpour, while rusty red echoed the clay courts of Roland-Garros. The progression mirrored the mood of the show—from overcast skies to the energy that returns once the storm passes.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>The Stars in the Stands</strong></div><p>The show drew an international crowd of celebrities who watched the presentation from courtside. Among them were Filipino style icons like <strong>Heart Evangelista</strong>, <strong>Rocio Zobel</strong>, and <strong>Pia Jauncey,</strong> Chinese actor and singer <strong>Wang Yibo</strong>, Thai actress <strong>Davika Hoorne,</strong> and K-pop star <strong>Kai </strong>of EXO<strong></strong>.</p><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/17733842554087.png" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/></div><div>Their presence are proof of Lacoste’s global appeal, bringing together personalities from fashion, entertainment, and sport in a setting that connects all three.<br/><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/17733842657318.png" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>Waiting for the Match to Resume</strong></div><p>Fall/Winter 2026 explored the relationship between sport and the environment around it. Rain delays, spectators waiting in the stands, and athletes preparing to return to the court became the emotional framework of the show.</p><p>Kolotouros translated that tension into clothing built for movement, protection, and everyday wear. Technical outerwear, archival references, and contemporary silhouettes came together on the same court where tennis history continues to unfold. The result captured the quiet drama of waiting for the match to begin again.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong></strong><em>Photos courtesy of <strong>Lacoste</strong> </em><strong></strong></div>

<p>Agave green, rusty red, and stormy greys set the tone for a collection shaped by rain, sport, and Lacoste’s tennis legacy. Also see Heart, Pia, and more Asian stars at the show</p>

Agave green, rusty red, and stormy greys set the tone for a collection shaped by rain, sport, and Lacoste’s tennis legacy. Also see Heart, Pia, and more Asian stars at the show

A Rain-Soaked Tennis Match Inspires The Colors Of Lacoste Fall/Winter 2026

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A Rain-Soaked Tennis Match Inspires The Colors Of Lacoste Fall/Winter 2026

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Published Mar 17, 2026 02:48 PM PHT

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Updated Mar 17, 2026 03:08 PM PHT

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