FERRARI F/W ‘26 - MENTORSHIP COLLECTION
DESCRIPTION
During my Master’s in Fashion Design course at Istituto Marangoni, I had the opportunity to work with Ferrari’s creative director, Rocco Iannone, on a mentorship project, designing a capsule collection inspired by the concept of "Future Heritage." This theme challenged me to explore the intersection of Ferrari’s rich legacy and its forward-thinking vision, blending tradition with innovation.
My collection reinterpreted classic Ferrari design elements—such as movement, anatomical curves, and the brand’s signature color palette—through a contemporary lens. The process involved deep research into Ferrari’s heritage, allowing me to translate its’ craftsmanship and engineering excellence into fashion. Throughout the mentorship, beginning in October ‘24, I had the opportunity to present my work to Rocco and his team, receiving valuable feedback at each stage. Their insights helped me refine my designs, experiment with new ideas, and enhance the collection’s cohesiveness. The mentorship was concluded in February ‘24 where I was selected to present my final capsule collection to Rocco.
Collaborating closely with Ferrari’s creative director provided invaluable insight into luxury branding, material innovation, and storytelling through design. This experience not only refined my aesthetic and technical skills but also reinforced my ability to merge heritage with modernity in a way that resonates with today’s fashion landscape.
CONCEPT
Eternal Curve is a celebration of Ferrari’s design philosophy, blending curvature with the essence of fluidity and sophistication.
This collection draws inspiration from Ferrari’s flowing body-lines while balancing the harmony between form and function. The garments are designed with an emphasis on motion, channeling the speed of Ferrari. Eternal Curve echoes Ferrari’s values of passion, tradition and innovation, furthering their footprint on the world of luxury.
PRINT DEVELOPMENT
This print is a collage of the outlines of the following Formula 1 tracks:
- CIRCUIT DE SPA FRANCORCHAMPS, BELGIUM
- ALBERT PARK GRAND PRIX, AUSTRALIA
- AUTODROMO ENZO E DINO FERRARI, ITALY
- AUTÓDROMO JOSÉ CARLOS PACE, BRAZIL
- RED BULL RING, AUSTRIA
- AUTODROMO NAZIONALE MONZA, ITALY
FABRICS
These fabrics allowed me to explore structure and fluidity, combining durability and precision with tactile dimension. The mix of technical and natural materials reflects Ferrari’s heritage-where innovation meets timeless sophistication.
COLORS
The colors of this collection were inspired by Ferrari’s classic vehicle models, both vintage and contemporary.
TECHNICAL CHARTS
These technicals charts were chosen as 5 key garments within the collection that covered different product categories, materials and fits.