BY JAY AQUINO

JUNE 22, 2025

When one of the models was carrying a vegetable, we knew that Setchu was referencing nature. Though, at first, we thought that we were reading too much into styling quirks, especially when designers often throw in oddball props for effect. But for Setchu, it felt real. 

For Spring/Summer 2026, Setchu delves into a tactile, grounded exploration of earth and natural cycles. Part of the collection is anchored by nature-inspired hues—wheat browns, crop greens, sunset oranges, and vibrant yellows. While nothing is overtly literal, every shade and texture subtly highlights the essence of harvest, soil, and sunlight.

The pieces themselves carried an intentional softness, though there were subtle architectural moments in the tailoring. One piece that caught the eye was a vibrant orange long-sleeve shirt, deconstructed and reassembled with buttons and fabric, knotted like curtains to reveal flashes of skin. There was also a shirt with asymmetrical draping over the shoulder and cape-like detailing at the back; it was graceful but with just enough edge to make it feel unexpected.

Some of the most memorable looks is a modern cropped halter tee with intricate knot detailing at the center (please note we do not know what the style is, so we are doing our best to describe it), paired with an olive green mini skirt. It's minimal but elevated by thoughtful construction and styling. There was also an oversized double-breasted blazer, styled tucked into shorts to create a clean, monochromatic silhouette. This juxtaposition of tailored structure and casual ease encapsulates the idea of mixing opposites to produce something utterly new yet grounded in familiar forms.

Setchu’s Spring/Summer 2026 collection is an ode to nature, reinterpreted through design that honors both the organic and the constructed. Through threading earthy colors, natural symbolism, and inventive garment details, Setchu invites us to rethink our relationship with the earth—all while looking impeccably stylish.

IMAGE SOURCE: WWD

IMAGE SOURCE: WWD

IMAGE SOURCE: WWD

Discover Setchu Spring/Summer 2026 collection here.