Girlfriends, leather, mesh, and a healthy dose of girl power. Ottolinger’s Spring/Summer 2026 show, “Girlfriend,” didn’t just walk the runway—it celebrated female connections like a manifesto stitched in straps, ruffles, and rebellion.

This season, Ottolinger turned friendship into fashion. Think leather jackets with strategic frays, sheer tops that whisper “we’ve been through it all,” and dresses reimagined from wedding gowns into asymmetric statements of freedom. Pair a ruffled dress with a black tee? Yes. Throw in some barely-there mesh? Even better. It’s all about vulnerability with sharp edges, resilience in straps, and style that actually means something.

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Paisley, gingham, and overdyed silks brought the punky spice, while stop-motion films of dolls flickered in the background—because girlhood is messy, complex, and yes, occasionally fabulous. Forget pink bows and cliché pastels; this season, it’s about distressed graphic tees, paisley tights, and clothes that speak to what friendship really feels like.

Partnerships? Oh, Ottolinger came through. Collaborating with Tinder, they launched Re/Pair, a capsule T-shirt and two-piece necklace set that only makes sense when worn together. Meanwhile, eBay helped them flex sustainability: reworked garments, pre-loved fabrics, and a runway that doubles as a social statement. Proceeds support Lambda, with €10,000 donated to boost LGBTQ+ youth empowerment. Fashion with friends and a cause—what else do you need?

At the heart of it all: creative directors Christa Bösch and Cosima Gadient, whose friendship fuels the collection. Honest, tough, and layered with feeling, “Girlfriend” reminds us that style isn’t just about clothes—it’s about the people who inspire you to wear them boldly.