Satin Scarves, Bold Colors, and Gentle Tailoring—Michael Rider Keeps Imprinting His Style on Preppy-Bourgeois...

      Michael Rider's inaugural collection for Celine debuted this past July, coinciding with the spring 2026 fashion show in Paris just before Haute Couture Week. It introduced a refreshing American viewpoint to the French fashion house, featuring styles well-suited for both editorial spreads and consumer wardrobes. Rider's first outing made a significant mark on the fashion scene, potentially setting the stage for the preppy-bourgeois aesthetic currently emerging in the spring/summer 2026 collections. Only three months later, he showcased his second runway presentation at Paris Fashion Week in the Parc de Saint-Cloud, nestled among lush, well-kept trees and an open sky. Rider further defined the preppy-bourgeois style for the summer 2026 collection. Satin scarves were a standout element on the runway, paired with traditional tailored navy blazers, lively printed minidresses, equestrian chinos, and layered belts with beaded necklaces. References to his predecessors were evident, notably in the artful prints of Phoebe Philo and the skinny jeans of Hedi Slimane, yet it also represented one of the strongest visions for a brand under new creative leadership. "We considered this collection a continuation, as if the July show never actually ended," he stated in the show notes. "The women and men continued to walk, and the seasons shifted." Rider is thoughtfully building a world and lifestyle around the Celine identity. In his previous show, he emphasized ideals of quality, timelessness, and style at Celine, and it’s evident that he remains steadfast in these principles, further committing to them. This season, Rider noted that he's contemplating "things that endure and things that are fleeting and how clothing, shoes, and everything becomes part of the memories we create while wearing them." The items he is crafting are designed to be cherished and worn for years to come. Below, you can find more details about Michael Rider's second collection for Celine for summer 2026.

      ### Emphasizing Left Bank Style

      Rider's first collection encapsulated a sense of Left Bank Parisian, preppy-bourgeois style—a theme he is expanding upon for summer 2026. He is reinterpreting prep through a contemporary lens, renewing the appeal of classic pieces. The response to the show was overwhelmingly positive, and we will soon observe its effect on the fashion elite's attire.

      ### The Key Purchase

      For both the spring 2026 and summer 2026 collections, the show invitations were elegantly tied with a satin Celine scarf. This motif carried through in the runway looks, as scarves and scarf-inspired clothing featured prominently. The printed satin scarves are standout pieces from both collections, making them worthy of investment once available.

      ### Bright Primary Colors

      A sense of light-heartedness and joy permeated the collection, especially in looks that incorporated prints and vibrant primary colors. "We were focused on good times, lightness, and the warmth of summer," Rider explained in the show notes. Color was infused into the '60s floral dresses that opened the show, the miniskirt ensembles, and even the inner linings of outerwear. More subtly, shades of red, cobalt, and yellow provided striking accents to accessories such as oversized tote bags, jewelry, and footwear.

      ### Accessory Highlights

      Celine is renowned for its exceptional accessories. The Triomphe sunglasses remain a timeless must-have, alongside iconic handbags like the Box Bag and the reintroduced Luggage bag. The runway showcased even more investment-worthy accessories, including fresh styles of sunglasses (with a focus on oversized designs), yet-to-be-disclosed bags, and jewelry featuring a "more is more" philosophy, characterized by abundant layers of colorful necklaces and rings.