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Combining style, sustainability and performance: That was the philosophy behind Isko’s spring/summer 2026 collection, which the Turkish denim manufacturer presented at the 34th edition of Denim Première Vision. This took place from December 4th to 5th in Milan at Superstudio Più and once again brought together the most important players in the denim industry, who presented their latest innovations and collections for the spring/summer 2026 season.

71 exhibitors at Denim Première Vision

71 exhibitors from 14 countries took part in the trade fair, including Japan, Italy, France, Portugal, Switzerland and Turkey. Of these, 63 percent were yarn spinning and denim weaving companies, 27 percent were clothing manufacturing and finishing companies, 6 percent were providers of advertising services and technologies and 4 percent were manufacturers of accessories and components.

The next generation of Isko fabrics was presented with next-gen materials that are in no way inferior to the properties of new materials, according to the company’s experts. For Spring/Summer 2026, Isko continues to use fabrics made from recycled textile waste from Re&Up, offering the same durability and luxurious feel as traditional materials, further driving the transition to a circular economy in the fashion industry.

Acm presents innovations in digital textile printing

Among the other offerings at the denim fair, which ended on Thursday in Via Tortona, is the Italian company Acm, which presented a collection of accessories for denim and the novelties of its digital textile printing department.

The traditional company from Grumello del Monte returned to the fair with a diverse selection of items for the denim sector: from metal and leather details to decorate and characterize each garment, to digital textile printing solutions with increasingly realistic effects.

For the Spring/Summer 2026 season, Acm’s creative team has developed a denim collection with strong vintage touches, with accessories in antique silver finishes embellished with turquoise stones and belts with triptychs and studs.

“The Spring/Summer 26 season represents the desire to emancipate oneself from classic denim codes and encourage creativity and a bold exploration of shapes and colors. The season is marked by the search for freshness, where innovation and environmental awareness come together to reinvent the denim of tomorrow,” emphasized Julieta Mercerat, denim expert at Première Vision.

The trends for spring/summer 2026

Sustainability is a central pillar of the Spring/Summer 26 trends, with particular attention to recyclability and circular economy. Recycled denim takes center stage and demonstrates the desire to reduce the ecological footprint.

The silhouettes, on the other hand, tell a story of distortion and dynamics. The deconstructed denim with movement effects and sculptural volumes redefines the classic codes. The generous and malleable fabrics are suitable for wide and relaxed shapes and promote a young and courageous attitude. The search for comfort combines with the desire for uniqueness, with creative pieces that stand out from the usual standards. Details such as slits and flowing or melting effects give the whole thing a modern and innovative touch.

Color asserts itself as a field for experimentation. Stronger colors are introduced, accompanied by a play with original patterns.

The Botticino Restoration School builds a bridge between tradition and innovation

Under the supervision of the lecturers, the students transformed the entrance to the trade fair into a lively and dynamic work area. An opportunity to discover how the art of textile restoration is not limited to tapestries or classical works of art, but also extends to the archives of major fashion houses and contemporary fashion, bridging tradition and innovation.

Isko Luxury by Paolo Gnutti creates a second-hand feeling

As for the collections, the new Spring/Summer 2026 Isko Luxury by PG collection was born from the imagination and vision of creative director Paolo Gnutti. “The new collection wants to tell the story of a second-hand world characterized by products that are increasingly in demand on the market but increasingly difficult to find. My collection aims to evoke exactly this mood, fabrics that can be easily transformed into vintage items and more, allowing the market to reproduce them at any time,” commented Gnutti.

The collection is brought to life through five capsules, each paying homage to different eras, styles and materials, but all united by a common desire to break new ground.

Godmather, for example, is a 1950s-inspired capsule collection featuring lightweight indigo fabrics embellished with glitter and flock stripes, inspiring creativity and imagination. Each fabric in this collection invites you to discover a mix of classic and innovative.

The new Tatto Denim capsule collection is an emotional journey that transforms every material into a work of art. Through the use of mixed printing techniques such as corrosion, pigments and many others, the raw materials in indigo, white or colored with sulfur dyes are transformed into paintings that attract attention and stimulate everyone’s creative senses.

The Aurum Denim capsule collection has been enriched by light and soft metals, thanks to the use of very fine yarns that bring a new touch of luxury to everyday life. The yarns have been coated with real silver, making each piece a little jewel.

Tonello presents The Laser Manifesto

Tonello was also present at the fair and presented The Laser Manifesto Spring/Summer 26. The collection celebrates Italian art and cultural heritage, interpreted in a modern way through the use of the latest laser technology. “From iconic statues and sculptures to stunning paintings and frescoes, our designs combine tradition and innovation, proving that creativity knows no limits,” it said in a statement.

At the heart of the project is The Laser Lab, Tonello’s laser system designed for shops and workshops. “This concentration of precision makes it possible to create intricate details, high-resolution graphics and surprising textures, transforming garments into true works of art to wear,” the statement continued.