If the world’s leaning beige, trust the German fashion stalwart, Marc Cain, to swing the pendulum back, proving that Spring/Summer '26 is all about boldness when it comes to our wardrobes. Known as a true arbiter of colour, the brand demonstrated this season that even those who prefer neutral wardrobes might be ready to take a hefty dose of colour.
Held in the light-filled Pei Building in Berlin, the Marc Cain show was a star-studded event. With 60 models sweeping across three levels and a guest list that included Candice Swanepoel and Leonie Hanne, Marc Cain’s runway show was a quiet reminder that trends don’t need to be abandoned, they just need to be reimagined.
Case in point? Across the collection, flashes of yellow appeared in counterpoint to soft powder tones, paired with graphic florals or Crayola-bright red. And whilebutter yellow may have dominated in recent seasons, this collection might have just reminded us that the colour’s staying power lies in its ability to evolve. Or, put differently, out with the soft and in with the retina-searing hues.
Set against a modernist architectural backdrop, with the Pei Building’s spiral staircase and shifting natural light, the show embraced elegance with a defiant undercurrent. 'A quiet rebellion is a tribute to those who express confidence not through noise but through intention,’ the brand's creative director, Marinela Oglan, said about the collection.
If you’re now wondering how to wear yellow this season, Marc Cain proves that going head-to-toe absolutely works when done with the right pieces. The collection played with richer, layered shades, and mixed textures and cuts to keep things modern and interesting. Note: it’s all about styling yellow with poise rather than shouting for attention. Pairing it with abstract prints or softer tones adds depth, while clean tailoring keeps the look sleek and polished.
Supermodel Romee Strijd closed the show in a flowing, full-length silhouette rendered in a dopamine-inducing shade of yellow - something between goldenrod and soft marigold. It caught the last of the evening sun and turned the final look into a quietly cinematic moment. Less sweet, more statement.
What does that tell us about the Marc Cain woman? She’s effortless, intentional, and quietly confident - just like the colour palette.
Renee Washington, Grazia's digital fashion and beauty writer, lives online. With a penchant for wispy lashes and streetwear, she writes about the worlds of fashion and beauty from the viewpoint of the modern fashion girlie..