In the hushed geometric rhythm of Milan Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2026, Alberto Zambelli unveiled DECO-N-STRUCT—a collection that reimagines the very architecture of clothing.
Inspired by Le Corbusier’s L’angle droit, Zambelli explores form as a universal language, where the right angle becomes a symbol of equilibrium between opposing forces: vertical and horizontal, masculine and feminine, earth and water, light and shadow.
Zambelli has long been celebrated for his minimal yet decorative sensibility, merging clean architectural lines with a lyrical appreciation for craftsmanship.
Founded in 2013, his namesake label is a contemporary interpretation of Made in Italy heritage, produced entirely at his Km Zero headquarters. With DECO-N-STRUCT, that philosophy reaches a new crescendo—melding sculptural construction with poetic movement.
On the runway, geometry softened into sensuality. Sharp tailoring met fluid volumes, as crisp lines gave way to macro-ruffles and organic drapes that transformed structure into rhythm.
The designer’s dialogue between rigor and release translated into tunics, kimono silhouettes, sleeveless jackets with commanding lapels, and modern tuxedo shirts paired with wide Bermuda shorts. Each look balanced architectural precision with the spontaneity of motion—an ode to harmony between form and freedom.
Nature itself lent the palette: clay, raw umber, oatmeal, and vapor met flashes of pumpkin, mustard, and volcanic orange—tones that echoed the dance between sky and earth.
Textures deepened the sensory narrative: ultra-soft nappa leathers molded to the body; iromuji silks, dyed with earth according to ancient Japanese tradition, shaped into ethereal kaftans; while gauzy cottons, raffia, and viscose brought tactile warmth to every gesture.
Even innovation bowed to nature, with the introduction of “fuku yarn” paper spun from Manila hemp, elevating knitwear into something almost weightless.
Accessories, too, reflected Zambelli’s architectural eye. Recycled silver and pearl jewelry glimmered alongside marble and gold accents, grounded by minimalist sandals and ballet flats. The result was not merely fashion but a living composition—a symphony of craftsmanship, philosophy, and form.
With DECO-N-STRUCT, Alberto Zambelli continues to build bridges between East and West, between the mathematical and the emotional. His work remains a quiet rebellion against excess, proving that modern luxury lies not in opulence but in balance.
At Milan Fashion Week, he reminded the audience that geometry can breathe, and that the intersection of art and life still holds infinite possibilities.
