Long established as one of the key names in contemporary Parisian fashion, AMI, founded and creatively directed by Alexandre Mattiussi, presented its Fall/Winter 2026 collection in an industrial-style venue in the centre of Paris during Fashion Week. Anticipation was already high before the show began, reflected in a front row of real calibre, with iconic actresses such as Catherine Deneuve, Marisa Berenson, and Diane Kruger in attendance, alongside actors of the moment including Adam DiMarco and Eugenio Franceschini. A clear sign of the brand’s cross-generational appeal and its ability to resonate across different worlds and sensibilities.

The sober, stripped-back setting provided the perfect backdrop for a collection designed to build a real, lasting wardrobe: elegant and timeless pieces, well structured, crafted from rich fabrics, and brought together through a colour palette that conveys a sense of comfort even before being worn. Shades of grey, beige, came,l and brown form the foundation of the collection, while red appears sparingly but decisively, injecting energy and character.

In menswear, the collection is anchored in relaxed, fluid tailoring, executed with a level of precision that recalls both British rigour and Italian refinement, yet stripped of any stiffness or formality. Tailored suits sit comfortably alongside oversized coats and generously cut trousers, creating a confident, natural silhouette. Any sense of seriousness is softened through the inclusion of American-style caps, trainers, and oversized leather bags — details that firmly root the collection in the present and reflect how men actually dress today.

One of the collection’s strongest points lies in its ability to recontextualise tailoring. Suit trousers can be effortlessly swapped for cargo pants, while the classic blazer disappears in favour of crocodile-effect jackets, adding an urban, slightly rebellious edge to Mattiussi’s signature preppy cool. This game of substitution reinforces the idea of a flexible wardrobe, shaped by personal choices rather than rigid rules.

Here, Mattiussi once again proves himself to be a sharp and perceptive observer of reality. He understands how men dress today — and how they want to dress — translating that knowledge into garments that meet expectations without resorting to literalism. AMI offers neither costumes nor unattainable ideals, but an open community built on spontaneity, authenticity, and ease. It is no coincidence that the brand’s iconic heart appears only sparingly: the house is clearly in a moment of maturity, where gesture gives way to substance. At AMI, chic is no longer an aesthetic formula, but a genuine attitude.

Check out the AMI Fall/Winter 2026 collection below: