At Dries Van Noten, Julian Klausner delivered a triumphant menswear debut – one so true to the brand that you can barely notice Papa Dries’ absence (he’s quietly consulting the new creative director in-between other personal projects – like renovating a palazzo in Venice).

What resonated most in Klausner’s spring-summer 2026 attempt is the actual joy of dressing up – or rather, not fearing to experiment with clothes. At first nothing seems to match in this collection, but then you see the beautiful method behind all that madness. A gorgeously tailored jacket worn with a floral sarong? Yes. Oversized grey sweatshirt topped with a handsome, embellished cummerbund? Yes. A cropped jacket in red roses styled with electric-blue biker shorts? Hell yes!

This outing offers not just great clothes, but absolutely inspiring solutions that will pimp up your summer wardrobe. I’m taking notes.

ED’s SELECTION:

Dries Van Noten Floral-print Silk-voile Shirt

Dries Van Noten Grosgrain-trimmed Floral-print Silk-voile Wide-leg Pants

Dries Van Noten Oversized Double-breasted Linen, Wool, Silk And Cashmere-blend Blazer

Dries Van Noten Belted Double-breasted Crinkled-organza Trench Coat

Dries Van Noten Suede and Leather Trainer Sneakers

Collage by Edward Kanarecki.
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