Resort 2026 sees the introduction of supple leather tailoring alongside the brand’s signature gowns.
Summary
- Creative Director Wes Gordon introduces leather to the Carolina Herrera vocabulary, balancing the material’s weight with the house’s signature feminine tailoring.
- The “Mythos” collection draws inspiration from ancient ruins and classical antiquity but updates the aesthetic with high-saturation colors like deep sea turquoise and Herrera red.
- Accessories play a central role in the narrative, featuring Medusa-style serpentine jewelry and architectural Grecian cord belts that define the waist.
Wes Gordon has never been one to shy away from color, but Carolina Herrera Resort 2026, he is looking back to move forward. Titled “Mythos,” the collection takes the concept of classical antiquity—think sun-washed ruins and statues of old—and jolts it awake with a modern, high-voltage palette. The Herrera woman might be channeling a goddess this season, but she certainly isn’t stuck in stone.
The biggest news from the showroom is the introduction of leather. It marks a shift for the house, adding a layer of grit to the usual lineup of pristine silks and taffetas. Gordon uses the material to create a tension between power and softness. You see it in the supple construction of the garments, where leather jackets and trousers are finished with braided leather belts. It is a precise, tailored look that feels grounded rather than purely ornamental.
Gordon plays with the idea of the “modern goddess” through shape as well as fabric. There are dramatic capes that offer a grand, architectural presence while maintaining a sense of ease. They look ready to catch the wind. One standout pairing involves a gilded bustier worn with a micro-pleated skirt, a look that mixes rigidity with movement.
While the silhouettes offer structure, the prints and colors provide the energy. The palette is strictly Mediterranean sunset. We are talking vibrant Herrera red, deepsea turquoise, and sunset pink. It creates a “technicolor” effect that feels far removed from dusty historical references. The prints follow suit, with painterly floral frescoes featuring poppies that stretch across one-shoulder gowns and flowing caftans.
Detailing throughout the collection leans into the “Mythos” theme without feeling like a costume. There are mother-of-pearl embellishments, metallic crochet, and gold Grecian loops on everything from full-length gowns to mini dresses. The accessories seal the deal. Gordon sent out gold cuffs and necklaces featuring a Medusa-like serpentine motif, along with Grecian-style cord belts that cinch the waist. It is a collection that acknowledges the past but keeps its feet firmly planted in the present day.
