fashion
February 25, 2026
Maria Grazia Chiuri brings a radical spirit to Fendi debut
Eight months after departing Dior, Chiuri’s return to fashion’s front bench was stamped with her identity and values
TL;DR
- Maria Grazia Chiuri's Fendi debut featured the motto "Less I, more us," celebrating female and Italian fashion traditions.
- The collection presented modern womenswear with practical elements like oversized blazers, jeans, trenchcoats, and commuter bags.
- Fendi's fur heritage was addressed by using archival fur and introducing an atelier for vintage fur repurposing.
- The iconic Baguette bag was a prominent feature of the show, with a new zebra-striped, bugle-beaded version highlighted.
- Chiuri contrasted her commercial success at Dior with how male designers' achievements are perceived.
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