For pre fall 2026, oval square reflects a late summer state of mind – where the ease of warm days meets the first sense of structure returning. the collection unfolds through contrast, balancing sensuality with a more grounded, tactile expression.
Drawing on references from the late ’90s and early 2000s, familiar wardrobe staples are revisited and refined. tube tops, boleros, denim capris, midi skirts and tie dresses are reshaped through precise cuts and elevated fabrications, shifting them away from nostalgia into something more current and directional.
The collection is driven by texture and surface. soft, sun-faded materials sit alongside raw denim and worn leather, creating a layered tactility that feels both effortless and intentional. fluid tencel jersey and double-layered essentials introduce movement, while side-seam ruching and subtle construction details bring a quiet sense of shape.
“I kept thinking about that moment when summer starts to feel a bit worn in – when fabrics are softer, colors are slightly faded, and everything feels more personal. it’s less about perfection and more about attitude, about how pieces come together naturally,” says nadia cerri, design manager & creative director.
The palette stays within a warm, muted spectrum – understated tones that echo sunlit days in the city and the gradual transition into early fall. silhouettes shift between ease and definition. closer-fitting pieces are offset by volume, while lightweight layers are styled with more structured elements. the styling approach embraces contrast – delicate against raw, relaxed against sharp – allowing each look to feel intuitive rather than overly composed.
“There’s something interesting in not resolving everything,” cerri continues. “when a look feels slightly unbalanced or unexpected, it becomes more honest – and more individual.”
Key pieces include denim capris, a worn red leather jacket and matching skirt with eyelet detail, black balloon trousers in crisp cotton, and a dark brown cutout dress.
With pre fall 2026, oval square presents a wardrobe shaped by instinct and contrast – raw, sensual and confidently undone, designed to move effortlessly from day into night.
The spring/summer 2026 collection will launch online and in stores in may 2026.
Oval square was born in Copenhagen in August 2022 to challenge the expected in fashion. they blend contemporary trends with timeless silhouettes, creating pieces for those who dare to stand out and express themselves. their mission is to empower every individual to wear exactly what they feel like – because normality doesn’t exist, and imperfection is our perfection.
