Etro Men's Fall 2026: Wild, as in Wildlife
Marco de Vincenzo's latest collection for Etro is a bold statement of the brand's iconic style, blending classicism with playfulness and a touch of whimsy. The collection, inspired by a 1997 campaign that melded the human and animal, is a celebration of Etro's reputation for color, pattern, and plush textures. The show featured mannequins with the heads of various bird and animal species, including a tiny rhino head trophy pinned to de Vincenzo's lapel, which sparked guests' imagination and got them filming like mad.
De Vincenzo, who has been at the helm of Etro for over three years, sought to understand the brand's fascination with animal iconography. He discovered that it was a commentary on instinct versus intellect, and sought to capture this in his collection. The collection features paisleys on silky shirts and fancy dinner jackets, along with robust tweeds in tawny and rust shades for coats and blazers, some with lapels trimmed with feathers.
The collection also includes quirkier pieces, such as deer and owl faces worked onto leather biker jackets, evening blousons, and sweaters. De Vincenzo, who loves all animals, was stumped when asked which one corresponded to his Chinese zodiac sign (he's a horse, which is generally seen as energetic, independent, and adventurous).
In Vincenzo's view, Etro stands for Italian taste with eccentricity, blending bourgeois and formalwear codes in a freewheeling lifestyle direction. The collection features robes and pajama-like garments, reflecting this philosophy. The collection is a testament to Etro's enduring appeal and de Vincenzo's unique vision, and is sure to spark discussion and debate among fashion enthusiasts and critics alike.
