Julian Klausner reinvents Dries Van Noten at the Palais Garnier

For his first show as Artistic Director of Dries Van Noten, Julian Klausner unveils an Autumn-Winter 2025-2026 collection where respect for the past and contemporary vision meet with subtlety.

Presented in the sumptuous setting of the Palais Garnier, the show was inspired by a poetic imagination: women wandering through the opera, gathering and knotting fabrics, in search of an unknown meaning. Right from the opening, a long wool coat with exposed seams imposes an atmosphere both dramatic and refined. Structured, minimalist silhouettes follow, with capes, sober jackets and exotic leather belts.

A balance between heritage and renewal at Dries Van Noten

Julian Klausner revisits the bold prints emblematic of the house, toning them down to subtle stripes, while unexpected overlays – mini-skirts paired with large coats – give a new dynamic to the Dries Van Noten wardrobe.

The show’s evolution is also reflected in the growing power of color. After an opening in neutral hues, vibrant shades of fuchsia, green, blue and purple electrify draped dresses, tailored suits and fringed jackets, infusing the ensemble with an almost mystical energy.

To the applause of the public, Julian Klausner proves his legitimacy by perpetuating theDries Van Noten legacy, while bringing a new narrative to it. This first collection lays the foundations for a measured renewal, in which modernity flourishes without betraying the essence of the house.

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