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Michael Rider Balances Celine Heritage and Preppy Flair in Debut Collection

His co-ed show at Celine’s Paris atelier marries Phoebe Philo’s restraint with Hedi Slimane’s edge through bold accessories

Celine Spring 2026 collection's was the first to be designed by creative director Michael Rider.
Peers such as fashion designers Jonathan Anderson and Raf Simons also turned up to show their support.
Celine's new designer Michael Rider introduced plenty of historical references from the French luxury house's archives as well as his own history.
Alanis Morisette (left) told CNN that she had "so much anticipation" to see Celine's new designs.

Overview

  • Rider unveiled the Spring/Summer 2026 co-ed collection on July 6 at Celine’s 16 Rue Vivienne headquarters, marking the house’s first physical runway since December 2022.
  • The lineup blended minimalist shapes and sharp tailoring with punchy preppy touches such as striped ties and collegiate knits drawn from his Polo Ralph Lauren tenure.
  • Accessories took center stage with oversized scarves, chunky gold jewelry, logo-printed bags and keyrings that underscored a playful, approachable luxury vision.
  • Backstage, Rider affirmed he “did not want there to be a sense of erasure,” stressing his intent to build on foundations laid by Phoebe Philo and Hedi Slimane.
  • The designer steps into the creative director role as Celine seeks to uphold momentum for its €2.5 billion in annual sales amid a 4 percent sales decline across LVMH’s fashion and leather goods segment.