Ann Demeulemeester's Autumn/Winter 2025: A Journey Of Self-Discovery

By Bethany Berkeley

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Stefano Gallici's vision for Ann Demeulemeester continues to unfold with the brand's Autumn/Winter 2025 collection, presented during Paris Fashion Week. Gallici, who assumed the role of creative director in 2023, is infusing the iconic house with a renewed sense of personal narrative and raw emotion, drawing heavily from his love of music and the spirit of exploration.

This season, Gallici presents a collection steeped in the spirit of wanderlust, both tangible and introspective. Inspired by untamed landscapes and cherished memories, the garments possess an inherent sense of wear, telling a personal story. Layering is paramount, offering both comfort and a sense of armor through distressed shearling and sharply tailored black suits.

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The collection charts a course of transformation through evolving fabrics and hues, where blue denim transitions to brown and white shirts mellow to ivory, each piece gaining a unique patina. A desire for a purposeful uniform is evident in the striking black-and-white contrasts, collarless cuts, and utilitarian details. The collection also teased a collaboration with Ray-Ban, showcasing oversized Aviator sunglasses with beaded chains in a palette of black, silver, and ivory.

Gallici is not simply designing clothes; he's crafting a world, inviting viewers to embark on a journey of self-discovery. His Autumn/Winter 2025 collection solidifies his position as a worthy successor, pushing the brand forward with a blend of provocation, poetry, and undeniable style.