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Celing Spring 2026 Debut Michael Rider

<p>Last night in Paris, the storied courtyard of <strong>16 Rue Vivienne</strong> became the stage for a highly anticipated new chapter: <strong>Michael Rider’s </strong>debut collection for <strong>CELINE</strong>. The fashion show was in a way both a return andrenewal, and a redefinition of the maison’s identity being fresh of an era-defining moment. “Coming back to CELINE, and to Paris, in a changed world, has been incredibly emotional for me,” Rider shared. That sentiment echoed throughout the collection, which blended reverence with quiet rebellion.</p><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/17518526160263.png" style="width:1000px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><p>Rider’s <strong>Spring 2026</strong> vision was rooted in timelessness, yet grounded in personal history. Drawing from his American-prep sensibility honed at Ralph Lauren, he offered a co-ed lineup that made room for rugby jerseys, wide marl knits, crisp Oxford shirts, and slouchy V-necks—relaxed, but unmistakably refined. But this wasn’t a total departure from the CELINE we’ve known. He wove in traces of Phoebe Philo’s pinched tailoring and Hedi Slimane’s razor-sharp silhouette—pinched waists, streamlined trenches, skinny denim—layering history into modernity.</p><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/17518526305274.png" style="width:1000px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><p>The craftsmanship stood out. A dress constructed entirely from CELINE labels, biker jackets detailed with antique keys, floral embroidery on faded denim, and revamped Phantom bags showed his eye for detail and storytelling. Accessories were bold and confident: chunky rings, logo chains, and oversized totes carried an urban verve.</p><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/17518526458662.png" style="width:1000px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><p>The tone of the show was intimate, emotional, and quietly powerful. The front row included Naomi Watts, Kim Taehyung (V of BTS), and Sofia Coppola, Park Bo-gum, among others underscoring the label’s global appeal.</p><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/17518526599461.png" style="width:1000px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><p>In Rider’s own words, “I’ve always loved the idea of clothing that lives on... that may capture a moment in time but also speaks to years and years of gestures and occasions and change.” And that’s exactly what this debut did—it marked a moment, but with garments designed to endure.</p><p>As a reintroduction to CELINE, Rider’s first outing felt sincere, smart, and full of promise—not a radical reinvention, but a recalibration. A confident step forward with one foot firmly planted in the house’s legacy.</p><div><br/></div><div><em>Photos courtesy of <strong>CELINE</strong> </em></div>

<p>With emotional craftsmanship and modern ease, Rider opens a fresh chapter for the maison in Paris.</p>

With emotional craftsmanship and modern ease, Rider opens a fresh chapter for the maison in Paris.

Can Celine Get Any Better? Michael Rider’s Debut Show Says Yes!

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Published July 07, 2025 09:49 AM PHT

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