AREA AW26: The Performance of Self

Fall 2026 collection showcased in Paris Fashion Week. PhotoBook Magazine loved the silk scarves tacked together to lightly drape across the torso. Other details with their ruches and ruffles and beaded fabrics added a stand out mix to the collection.

Nicholas Aburn the fairly new creative director at Area had his debut last season. Formerly a Balenciaga and Tom Ford alum, Nicholas Auburn, this season moves beyond and explores the necessity to be seen.

A three-panel image showing different runway outfits : a polka-dot halter top with black velvet pants, a oversized black blazer over dark pants, and a black dress with a large white fabric wrap.

Creative Direction by Nicholas Aburn
* All images courtesy of AREA

A three-panel image showing three runway looks: a polka-dot top covering the head with leather pants, a white turtleneck with black pants, and a patterned top with a red fringe skirt.

Creative Direction by Nicholas Aburn
* All images courtesy of AREA

CREATIVE DIRECTOR: NICHOLAS ABURN
STYLIST: EMMA WYMAN
CASTING: SIMONE SCHOFER
HAIR: JAWARA
MAKEUP: DICK PAGE
MANICURE: YUKIE MIYAKAWA
MUSIC DIRECTION: MICHEL GAUBERT
SHOW PRODUCTION: LA MODE EN IMAGES
SHOW NOTES: KATHERINE BERNARD

Tearsheets by Daniel López, Art Director, PhotoBook Magazine

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