Khaite

Spring 2026 Fashion Show Review

Edge in Bloom

Review of Khaite Spring 2026 Fashion Show

By Mackenzie Richard Zuckerman

THE COLLECTION

THE WOW FACTOR
9
THE ENGAGEMENT FACTOR
9
THE STYLING
8
THE CRAFTSMANSHIP
8
THE RETAIL READINESS
8
PROS
Beautiful interplay of soft and strong elements.
Maintains the house’s core identity while subtly evolving its narrative.
Cons
At times, the collection felt a bit disjointed and lacked a fully cohesive thread.
Some pieces may have leaned a little too far into experimentation without a clear anchor.

THE VIBE

Subtle Tensions & Grit Meets Grace

In this latest Khaite collection, Catherine Holstein offered us a dance of contrasts, a series of pieces that felt both like a gentle departure and a continuation of her signature language. What resonated most was the palpable tension she introduced—moments where softness met grit, and where familiar silhouettes unfolded in unexpectedly fresh ways. There was an undercurrent of surprise here that kept the collection lively and diverse. In a landscape where designers are increasingly asked to respond to the push and pull between comfort and drama, Holstein seems to be asking: can we have it all in one seamless wardrobe?

THE DIRECTION

THE ON-BRAND FACTOR
8
THE BRAND EVOLUTION
6
THE PRESENTATION
9

THE WRAP UP

This spring collection demonstrated Khaite’s ability to walk a fine line between risk and reassurance.

It pushed forward the label’s narrative by blending delicate, almost ethereal pieces with bolder, grounded elements. It wasn’t a revolution, but it was an evolution, gently expanding Khaite’s vocabulary without losing the thread of what makes the house distinct. If anything felt short of complete coherence, it was perhaps the occasional sense of disjointedness—yet even that invites us to lean in and consider the beauty of tension. In sum, Khaite’s Spring 2025 offering is a thoughtful, slightly enigmatic step forward.

Mackenzie Richard Zuckerman
Editorial Director | The Impression
Mackenzie Richard Zuckerman, our Editorial Director, embarked on her career with a primary focus on art industry marketing, representing renowned artists including Sol LeWitt and Jean-Michel Basquiat. Over time, her path led her into the roles of an art director and editor, where she now oversees The Impression's editorial and art teams. Leveraging her distinctive background in art and literature, Mackenzie provides critical insights into creative, design, and brand strategy while extensively covering runways globally.
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