For Dutch designer Tessa Koops, FW26 is less a classic season and more a way of life. The focus is on layered looks, freedom and personality. At Modefabriek she presents a collection inspired by the long late summer – a transitional period in which temperature, mood and freedom of movement are more important than the traditional idea of autumn and winter.
From seasonal thinking to temperature and mood
The FW26 collection is inspired by warmer autumn days and the changing travel behavior of consumers. “We are observing that the seasons are increasingly shifting,” explains Koops. “Extreme winters are short and less relevant for our collections from a commercial perspective. At the same time, summers remain warm, but develop differently.”
The result is a layering collection that is wearable over time. When it comes to styling, the focus is not on the calendar, but rather on flexible combinations and adjustments to different temperatures. This development follows on from previous seasons, but has a much clearer signature in FW26.
Materials, contrasts and a new denim story
Material selection plays a key role this season. Koops works with exciting contrasts such as matt versus shiny and casual versus elegant. The collection is based on rich earth tones, cool shades of blue and a versatile green palette. Denim and viscose form other central pillars of the collection.
Denim in particular marks a new step for the brand. For FW26, Tessa Koops is introducing jeans in three different fits for the first time. Each fit is available in two washes and color options and impresses with stretch comfort and long-lasting quality. “Denim offers a lot of room for experimentation,” says Koops. “Especially when it comes to details and workmanship.”
Silhouette, key pieces and commercial focus
The silhouette remains clearly feminine, but gains volume – both in the top and bottom. At the same time, a narrow focus point is always maintained. Consider wearing a slim-fitting blazer with wide trousers, a bomber with a slim silhouette or a waist belt to balance the look.
Dresses and tops remain the brand’s strongest product groups and are complemented by a solid suit category. Tops in particular are highly commercially relevant in autumn – a reflection of consumers’ current purchasing behavior.
For women with their own style
The FW26 is aimed at women who know what they want and consciously choose quality over quantity. It is for women who move, travel, dance and lead an active social and cultural life. The collection takes different body types into account and aims to make every woman feel like her best self: strong, confident and authentic.
Outlook for partners
For wholesale partners, FW26 represents a collection that was developed with care, passion and clear commercial viability. With margins between 2.6 and 3.0, the brand offers attractive growth opportunities. Tessa Koops continuously develops her collections – with a focus on visual strength, changing market needs as well as quality, sustainability and long-term relevance.
Discover the new collection by Tessa Koops at Modefabriek at stand 742.
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