Cover With his Spring/Summer 2026 collection, Maximilian Davis revisits the 1920s (photo: Ferragamo)
With his Spring/Summer 2026 collection, Maximilian Davis revisits the 1920s (photo: Ferragamo)
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With his Spring/Summer 2026 collection, Maximilian Davis revisits the 1920s, reinterpreting the eclectic spirit of the decade through his own refined lens. Photo: Ferragamo
The starting point came from the Ferragamo archives: a 1925 image of silent film star Lola Todd dressed head-to-toe in leopard print. This image led Davis to explore the “Africana” movement, a defining aesthetic of the Roaring Twenties. “I was interested in how materials, patterns and fabrics from Africa and the Caribbean were introduced to the United States and Europe, and became status symbols,” says Creative Director Davis. That spirit pulses through the collection in animal-print devoré satin, plongé leather jewellery and fluid fringed detailing.
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Above The collection transports fashion back to the 1920s – the birth of the Ferragamo house – infused with the energy of the Jazz Age: freedom, rebellion and liberation (photo: Ferragamo)
Above Maximilian Davis’ creative spark originated from a 1925 photograph of actress Lola Todd wearing a leopard-print design by founder Salvatore Ferragamo (photo: Ferragamo)
The collection transports fashion back to the 1920s – the birth of the Ferragamo house – infused with the energy of the Jazz Age: freedom, rebellion and liberation (photo: Ferragamo)
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Above The Hug bag appears in glossy patent leather and embossed crocodile (photo: Ferragamo)
Above The collection merges the liberated elegance of the Twenties with Davis’ signature minimalism (photo: Ferragamo)
The Hug bag appears in glossy patent leather and embossed crocodile (photo: Ferragamo)
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Above Staying true to his bold palette, Davis combines vivid tones with abstract motifs (photo: Ferragamo)
Above He channels the spirit of the 1920s woman – independent, daring, and unafraid to defy convention through fashion (photo: Ferragamo)
Staying true to his bold palette, Davis combines vivid tones with abstract motifs (photo: Ferragamo)
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Above Speakeasy-inspired tailoring, straight-leg trousers and Harlem Renaissance-style zoot suits dominate menswear (photo: Ferragamo)
Above Relaxed suits and layered ensembles bring ease and comfort, often styled with T-shaped leather sandals (photo: Ferragamo)
Speakeasy-inspired tailoring, straight-leg trousers and Harlem Renaissance-style zoot suits dominate menswear (photo: Ferragamo)
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The Ferragamo collection celebrates the era’s free-spirited grace: speakeasy suits, straight-cut slip dresses trimmed with lace, low-waisted gowns and plunging backs. “This was a time when women were redefining femininity, embracing freedom, reclaiming themselves,” Davis reflects. “People were creating their own space, rebelling against social norms, and that attitude was expressed through clothing.”
Menswear nods to the Harlem Renaissance with zoot suits and bohemian dandy flair; ties appear as tuxedo sashes or patchwork dress details. The decade’s graphic motifs and colour-blocking emerge in vibrant patent leathers with Gancini buckles and fine wools, while floral patterns on crepon silk are reimagined from archival prints.
Above Bold leopard and zebra prints add an untamed sensuality (photo: Ferragamo)
Above The 1920s influence shows in the elongated silhouette, the dropped waist and flirtatious fringe (photo: Ferragamo)
Bold leopard and zebra prints add an untamed sensuality (photo: Ferragamo)
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Above Sculpted heels and T-strap shoes pay homage to Ferragamo’s storied heritage (photo: Ferragamo)
Above Decorative details – gemstones, tassels, and lavishly long fringes – appear for the first time, adding dramatic movement (photo: Ferragamo)
Sculpted heels and T-strap shoes pay homage to Ferragamo’s storied heritage (photo: Ferragamo)
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Above An elegant archival handbag gleams with a gold Gancini lock (photo: Ferragamo)
Above The men’s derby shoe, inspired by an archival design, is reimagined with a longer, sleeker silhouette (photo: Ferragamo)
An elegant archival handbag gleams with a gold Gancini lock (photo: Ferragamo)
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A sculpted “S” heel updates the famed “F” design from previous seasons. Leather pumps take cues from Ferragamo house’s early Kimo shoe; Gancini chains entwine around the ankle of sharp, pointed-toe pumps; satin mules bloom with beaded flowers; high-heeled sandals are tied with satin bows. The men’s derby is refined into an elongated, elegant form, while loafers and glossy leather sandals evoke an effortless sense of ease.
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The iconic Hug bag appears in refreshed forms; patent, woven, crocodile-embossed leather and nubuck joined by a compact foulard in seasonal prints and colours, finished with a detachable Gancini charm. An archival clutch gleams with a gold Gancini clasp; feathers adorn designs, trimming bags or lining the Soft model. For men, exquisite craftsmanship shines in woven leather detailing on the Hug and Sailor pieces.
