Chiuri Finds a Comfortable New Home at Fendi | Fendi Fall 2026 – Milan Fashion Week

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by brownfashionagal

Going into Maria Grazia Chiuri’s first collection for Fendi, I’ll admit I was ready to hate it. Instead, I ended up really liking it. Not because it was shocking or wildly new, but because it was simply good. Solid, confident, very wearable clothes.

Chiuri’s return to the Roman house where she started her career felt meaningful, and the collection carried that sense of coming home. Her message, “Less I, More Us,” appeared on the runway and accessories, hinting at a more collective spirit. The show was coed, and many pieces were designed with a shared wardrobe idea in mind. Jackets, coats, and trousers appeared on both men and women, reinforcing the idea that great clothes should work across everyone.

The overall palette leaned heavily on black, which gave the collection a slightly restrained mood but also sharpened the tailoring. Chiuri focused closely on silhouette, building looks around long lines and controlled shapes. There were double-breasted jackets with neat skirts, slim coats, lace dresses that skimmed the body, and strong outerwear that felt practical but still luxurious.

And then came the fur. Fendi’s signature material made a bold return here, appearing in trims, coats, and dramatic statement pieces. Some of the biggest moments came from the fur jackets, including a lime green one that was impossible to ignore. It was indulgent.

The accessories were another highlight. Chiuri revisited the Baguette bag, which she originally helped develop in the late ’90s, giving it updated textures and a new strap so it could be worn across the shoulder. They looked rich, fun, and very collectible. There were subtle nods to Fendi’s history too. White detachable collars echoed Karl Lagerfeld’s signature shirting, while artist collaborations brought graphics and phrases into the mix.

Yes, you could spot traces of Chiuri’s Dior era here and there. But overall, this felt like a better fit. Her vision aligned naturally with Fendi’s DNA. It was luxe, cool, and confident without trying too hard. If this debut is anything to go by, Chiuri might have a very strong chapter ahead at Fendi.