Marco Capaldo is feeling contemplative.

The designer is sitting out another London Fashion Week season after building momentum with the 16Arlington brand.

“It felt like the right moment to step back and really define what 16Arlington looks like going forward and rather than rushing into another show, I wanted to really take the time to explore different ways of storytelling,” said Capaldo.

He’s presenting his spring 2026 collection in a look book format shot by Charlotte Stouvenot.

Capaldo has cut and spliced together different eras: a ‘90s pencil skirt with a ‘70s shirt and outerwear or ‘40s sleepwear to evoke tension and build a wardrobe of individuality.

“Contradiction, cohesion, instinct and elegance” were words he used to describe his creative process. He also threw Rachel Gre

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