ANTONIO MARRAS FALL/WINTER SS26 COLLECTIONS

The Architecture of the Soul: Antonio Marras and the Art of Dwelling Within

In a world that often demands we move faster, Antonio Marras invites us to curl inward, like a snail into its shell. His Fall–Winter 2026/27 collection, “Dwelling Within Oneself,” is less a fashion statement and more a poetic manifesto—a suspended breath captured in silk, lace, and memory. The collection draws inspiration from a surreal, ancient silence where the “Jana”—a mythical fairy of Sardinian lore—meets the “Caragol,” or snail. In this narrative, the snail offers its shell as an intimate, symbolic architecture, which the Jana transforms into a nomadic refuge. It is a metaphor for the modern wardrobe: a traveling secret garden that we carry upon our backs.

The Tapestry of Contrast

Marras has always been a master of the “harmonious contrast,” and this season is no exception. The runway reveals a deliberate tension between the ethereal and the structured. Weightless sage-green silk tunics float beneath veils of delicate lace, while tailored jackets featuring traditional masculine motifs are reimagined with grey-gold filaments. The color palette feels unearthed from a Mediterranean landscape after a storm. Hints of carmine red and burgundy climb like roses across ecrù backgrounds, while deep teals and earthy browns ground the more avant-garde silhouettes.

A New Life for Forgotten Fragments

Sustainability at Marras isn’t just a buzzword; it is an act of “pure elegance.” The collection prominently features limited-edition jackets crafted from fragments of forgotten garments. These pieces are rediscovered, reassembled, and interlocked with embroidered roses, proving that memory can indeed become the architecture of our present. This artisanal alchemy extends to reinterpreted parkas, kimonos, and velvet damasks, blending the ruggedness of denim and leather with the softness of knitwear.

The Icon: The Caragol Bag

The undisputed heart of the collection is the Caragol. Named after the Alghero dialect word for “snail,” this accessory is a masterpiece of Italian craftsmanship. Entirely Made in Italy, the Caragol is designed to be a “talisman”—an extension of one’s home to be carried into the world. Available in rich shades of Burgundy, Teal, Ivory, and Brown, its tactile leather and spiral-inspired form mirror the collection’s central theme: that elegance doesn’t rush; it coils.

The Present as an Experience

In a bold move for the poetic designer, the Caragol embraces the “See Now, Buy Now” philosophy. Recognizing that authentic beauty is lived rather than just observed, the brand has made the bag immediately available as of February 25. Fashion enthusiasts can find the collection at the Antonio Marras Flagship Stores in Milan (Via Montenapoleone), Florence, Rome, and New York, or explore the digital garden of the Antonio Marras Online Boutique.

Antonio Marras reminds us that every journey holds wonder. By slowing down and “dwelling within,” we don’t just wear clothes—we inhabit our own souls.

All images courtsey of  Antonio Marras