Casablanca showed its SS26 collection in Paris with a line-up that played to the brand’s core strength, the meeting point of leisurewear and elegance.
Charaf Tajer built on the house identity by blending sportswear shapes with fabrics and colours that carried a softer, more romantic edge.
Silhouette mixed tailored ease with athletic references. Boxy jackets sat alongside track-inspired trousers, while silk shirts were left open over vests. Dresses and skirts softened the mood, cut with movement that contrasted with sharper jackets and fitted tops. The effect was relaxed but polished, never tipping into casual.
Fabrics carried the narrative further. Lightweight silks and satin were combined with cottons and jerseys, keeping the collection balanced between formality and informality. Prints appeared in pastel gradients and abstract patterns, giving lift to the clean tailoring. When solids were used, they held the shape firmly, grounding the more playful surfaces.
The palette was bright but controlled. Soft oranges, greens and lilacs played against neutrals of white and navy. This kept the mood upbeat while avoiding excess. Colours felt optimistic but still wearable, fitting with the brand’s summer aesthetic.
Accessories reinforced the dual focus on sport and style. Trainers and sandals were paired with silk suiting, while lightweight scarves and statement sunglasses added a touch of travel-ready ease. The styling suggested a wardrobe that can move between resort and city without needing to change tone.
What stood out in SS26 was the balance between energy and refinement. Casablanca has always played with leisure references, but here the tailoring and fabric choices gave the collection more depth. It felt less about holiday escape and more about clothes that can be worn every day while still carrying that relaxed attitude.
The takeaway from SS26 was Bahnsen adjusting her own vocabulary. She kept the signature volume and texture but made them lighter, softer and more adaptable. The collection pointed toward blending her romantic identity with practicality, creating clothes that felt distinctive yet workable in daily life.
