The perception that well-crafted menswear must rely on restraint, rigidity, and structure to express sartorial precision is outdated. The modern man, in all of his dynamic pursuits, moves with lightness in his step — never bogged down by heft and unnecessary baggage. Precision, in Berluti’s vernacular, is about being astute: presenting the right designs for the right occasions. Time, in this equation, is negligible as Berluti’s craft is made to last. When summer arrives, a lightness descends. As temperatures rise, stillness metamorphoses into momentum, and inward journeys move outwards. Guided by the summer breeze and beaming sunlight, Spring Summer 2026 proposes a precision-led lightness in garments, footwear, and leather goods that invites the wearer to go outside and frolic, if you will.
The Berluti Shadow sneaker, albeit less formal than a derby or a moccasin, is no less exacting in its craftsmanship and innovation. While its sleek, sock-like upper and chunky, elevated soles may not come across as groundbreaking silhouette- wise, it is the details that further expound on the idea of lightness that embraces momentum. The lighter EVA outsole delivers improved shock absorption and flexibility, while the foam footbed provides ample comfort. Its innovative uppers are no ordinary knits as they are crafted from breathable linen, nylon, and cashmere for those seeking a heightened sneaker- wearing experience.
Luxurious fabrications make a whole lot of sense, given the amount of time we spend in them — especially during travel, errands, and everyday commutes.
Lightness also manifests in familiarity, as the Alessandro 1895 Oxford, based on Berluti’s first-ever release, is reinterpreted for contemporary scenarios. Crafted from a single piece of leather, three eyelets, and a “roulette” finished leather welt, the shoe is engineered for both comfort and lightness. What the Alessandro 1895 Oxford embodies is not just a clean silhouette for work and play — it is 130 years of continuous refinement.
Berluti’s expertise in hand-applying patina to its pieces sits at the intersection of technique and artistry. The new Blouson Jour with Aquarelle Patina demonstrates a workmanship reminiscent of fine art, with each seam kissed by delicate layers of pigment to mimic years of wear. While its leather offers a soft, supple touch, the three-day, hand- applied patina adds distinct character to each Blouson Jour. Colours, at Berluti, are not just for fun — they are intentionally introduced to demonstrate their artistic prowess.
For a maison that is 130 years into its inception, it is easy to be relegated to stodgy, stuffy, and devoid of light. Berluti completely refutes the sentiment through constant reinvention. What a century- long savoir-faire has given it is not the baggage of being tied to their past, but the acumen to identify what truly matters: in times of darkness and joy, lightness is always appreciated.
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