ROBERT WUN FALL-WINTER 2025/26 HAUTE COUTURE: A POETIC PERFORMANCE IN CLOTHING
What happens when fashion becomes a mirror for our most intimate rituals? At Paris Couture Week, Robert Wun @robertwun offered a striking answer with his new Haute Couture FW25/26 collection, titled “Becoming.” Known for his cinematic flair and theatrical sensibilities, this season Wun took a more personal route, exploring the emotions tied to dressing up—those fleeting, powerful moments we live before something big.
Set inside the moody Théâtre du Châtelet, the show felt more like a story unraveling on stage than a typical runway. Lights down, spotlight on: a white satin dress, draped like a comforter from the night before, embroidered with red crystal handprints. Drama, emotion, and mystery? Check.
Dressing as a Ritual
This season, Wun invited us into the quiet chaos of “getting ready.” You know, that transformation that starts with brushing your hair and ends with one last glance in the mirror? He turned those ordinary acts into couture moments—blending reality with illusion, routine with fantasy.
And just like that, collars became bags. Ties twisted into corsets. Sleeves took on sculptural lives of their own, looking like extra limbs or frozen gestures. The models, somewhere between human and sculpture, drifted across the stage in outfits that whispered, “Who were you before you put this on?”
Couture with a Twist—Literally
One of the biggest strengths of this collection? Wun’s clever use of trompe-l’œil. His tailoring played games with the eye—jackets weren’t really jackets, and gloves came with false nails that matched the outfits down to the last sequin. He even reimagined hairstyles through cutouts and pleats, proving once again that no detail is ever too small to be reinterpreted in his world.
The color palette was sharp and smart—reds and blush tones punctuated the black-and-white base, while unexpected pops of crystal embroidery and delicate tulle added softness. The final bridal look? A full-skirted wonder with hands molded into the bodice and a mannequin supporting the veil. It was surreal, sculptural, and totally unforgettable.
About the Brand: Robert Wun
Robert Wun has built a loyal following by fusing futuristic tailoring with emotional storytelling. Based in London, the designer is often inspired by cinema, mythology, and powerful women. Since his couture debut in 2023, Wun’s collections have consistently pushed the boundaries of what fashion can say—and how loudly it can say it. From Beyoncé to Cardi B, his designs have graced major red carpets while still feeling deeply conceptual.
And Becoming might just be his most personal collection yet. It’s not about fantasy alone—it’s about memory, vulnerability, and the boldness it takes to become who you’re meant to be.
Photo: Courtesy of Robert Wun
