At Milano Men’s Fashion Week, Ungaro made a graceful turn toward serene sophistication with its Spring/Summer 2026 menswear collection under Philippe Paubert. This season wasn’t about disruption or reinvention—it was about refinement. Paubert gently eased the house’s signature elegance into a more casual, lived-in rhythm, marrying Mediterranean ease with Parisian polish.

Drawing inspiration from the tranquil coastlines of France, the collection evoked the spirit of sun-dappled promenades and sea-kissed evenings. Earthy hues—sandy beige, olive green, and sun-bleached neutrals—formed the backbone of the palette. These tones whispered rather than shouted, coating pieces like a fringe-trimmed canvas jacket and a utilitarian work shirt in understated charm.

Silhouettes spoke the language of modern comfort. Trousers were softly pleated, loosely tailored, and cut just above the ankle—a nod to the nonchalance of resort living. Jackets—often double-breasted with low lapels—offered a subtle echo of 1980s structure, but felt weightless, floating easily over the body. The casual tailoring approach was balanced with quiet sophistication, a blend Ungaro seems to be refining with intent.

Flashes of violet—seen on breezy linen pants and a light wool suit—broke the earthy scheme with painterly elegance. Botanical prints, sketched like delicate ink drawings, adorned shirts and trousers with olive leaves and sea flora, suggesting both craft and calm.

Texture played a central role: from the crispness of a coated bomber jacket to the soft hand of fine linen, and the barely-there shimmer of light wool. Footwear ranged from buttery loafers to elevated sandals, underscoring the versatile ease at the collection’s heart. Even casualwear found its voice: a gray bomber in crinkled fabric and a tongue-in-cheek sweatshirt reading “Provence Lovers” provided a cool counterpoint.

Eveningwear, always a strong suit for Ungaro, followed suit—unfussy but poised. Tuxedos arrived with thoughtful innovations: a sleek white jacket with a detachable hood, and a striking black collarless jacket with a curved front and layered effect. Crisp white shirts—offered with varied collars—made it clear: elegance today doesn’t need a tie, just intention.

Ultimately, Ungaro’s SS26 menswear collection was a study in understated luxury, designed for the man who dresses for presence, not performance. There was nothing overdone—just a deep understanding that in today’s world, relaxed can still be refined, and timeless can still feel fresh.

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