Set within the Arts Pavilion in Hong Kong’s West Kowloon Cultural District, Loro Piana’s fall/winter 2026 preview opened on a gentle note, quite literally. Short poems lined the paisley-covered walls, setting the mood for the slow experience that was about to follow. Titled Nomadic Reverie, the collection was inspired by the idea of journeying through shifting landscapes from a train window, with everything from the colours to the textures echoing that feeling of passing through a landscape.
The collection was doused in autumnal hues, from burnt orange and plum to deep green and beige, with paisley motifs and jacquard patterns worked across the looks. The fabrics were, of course, beautiful to look at and even better up close, but what really caught me were the things one almost had to search for, like a discreet leather touch on a draped mustard skirt, a hidden zip on a coat, and embroidery that revealed its intricacy only up close.
An interesting thing about the collection was how functional it was in places, while still feeling deeply luxurious. The Rovasenda jacket came with detachable sleeves, so the piece could shift according to the weather or the wearer’s mood, with the suede detailing on the collar and under the pocket flap adding that little if-you-know-you-know touch. It felt very Loro Piana in that sense: even the practical parts still came with a hidden flourish. One of the standout pieces was an alluring kimono-style jacket in Satin Mireille Silk, finished with embroidered lapels and cuffs, paired with a matching black bag with gold detailing. Another favourite came through a shearling vest layered over a long puffed-sleeve patterned shirt, with the high-waisted asymmetrical skirt adding that extra sweep. The silhouette was gorgeous, but it was the layering of fabrics that gave it that exciting textural depth.
On the more substantial end, a single-breasted jacket made from two different tweeds stood out for how elegant it felt, especially with the cinched-in waist. Walking through the collection, the fabric story stretched from airier pieces to heavier constructions, with Royal Lightness and cashmere giving some looks that surprising almost-nothing feel when worn. The Gift of Kings wool brought depth to the menswear, while the eveningwear had that fluid, luxe quality through gowns and silk jacquards that seemed to ripple as the fabric shifted.
Of course, the accessories deserve their own little moment too. A few highlights included the compact Extra Softy bags in various finishes, while larger silhouettes like the Heddle tote and Needle Shopper fed into the more practical side of the range. Hennie ballerinas gave many of the looks that feminine, classic finish, while signature hats and scarves added that extra touch of character.
That was what made the preview such a treat: every part of the collection invited a closer look, from the way the fabric sat to the little finishing touches tucked out of immediate view, with true luxury revealing itself slowly and reserved first for the person wearing it.
