For Fall/Winter 2026-2027, Daniel Roseberry presents “The Sphinx,” a collection for Schiaparelli that explores the tension between fashion as a business and fashion as a form of dreamlike self-expression. The result honors Schiaparelli’s radical heritage while keeping the wearer at the center – balancing fantasy, comfort, and individuality.

The collection arrives as the V&A Museum in London prepares to open “Schiaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art,” a retrospective celebrating the legacy of founder Elsa Schiaparelli. Known for challenging the boundaries of fashion, Elsa introduced surreal ideas such as dresses with drawer-pull pockets or skeleton embroidery – concepts that transformed clothing into artistic expression.

Inspired by this spirit, Roseberry builds the collection around the House’s iconic keyhole motif, symbolizing mystery and the hidden dimensions of identity. Throughout the designs, contrasts define the narrative: traditional Aran knits appear alongside illusion tulle, while liquid plissé silk blends are laminated and cut into spiral gowns that combine softness with structure. Elsewhere, leather-effect sheaths are actually printed silk wool, and stretch-jersey tops pair with airy skirts trimmed with paillettes. House codes return through keyhole accessories, measuring-tape details on the Vendôme jacket, and sculptural hardware.