Johanna Ortiz unveils Candelaria, her Fall Winter 2025-2026 collection, a poetic fusion of ancestral craftsmanship and modern luxury. As her brand evolves into a full-fledged lifestyle maison, Ortiz remains deeply rooted in her Colombian heritage, weaving a narrative of opulence, cultural symbolism, and timeless artistry.

Echoing the grandeur of pre-Columbian civilizations, the collection reinterprets their intricate gold and beadwork through a contemporary lens, intertwining these motifs with the decadent allure of Art Deco—a fitting tribute to its centennial. A palette of rich chocolate, emerald, burgundy, and black serves as the canvas for fluid silks, decadent velvets, and brocades, all adorned with statement feathers, fringe, and delicate embroideries. A breathtaking chiffon dress, drenched in sequined creeper vines, epitomizes the collection’s ethereal decadence.

Floral iconography—magnolias, passion flowers, and Ortiz’s signature palm tree—infuses the collection with an air of strength and feminine grace. Structured daywear balances the drama, with tailored black pants cinched at the waist, ranchero-inspired outerwear in bold monochrome, and suede-detailed denim skirts. Cropped suede jackets and cowboy boots reinforce Ortiz’s ever-present nod to Latin American equestrian style, while a burgeoning line of belts and handbags continues her exploration of accessories.

Eveningwear remains Ortiz’s métier, offering a spectrum from elegantly restrained draped silhouettes with feathered cuffs to exuberant lamé prints reminiscent of the 1970s, layered beneath shearling vests and black velvet smoking jackets. The pièce de résistance—an all-gold ensemble with scalloped detailing—serves as a sartorial prelude to her collaboration with Colombian jeweler Omar Hurtado. This capsule collection, an homage to pre-Hispanic cultures, transforms amulets, amphoras, and ancient gold-plated silver designs into wearable treasures, each embedded with symbolic semi-precious stones.

With a new boutique on Madison Avenue and an upcoming five-month residency at Le Bon Marché, Ortiz continues to elevate Colombian artistry onto the global stage. Despite her brand’s expansive reach, she remains committed to the intimate, familial essence of her craft. “There’s an honor in working alongside our artisans,” she reflects. “Our growth is organic, and our purpose is clear—to share a vision infused with heritage, beauty, and a touch of magical realism.”