Barbara Rizzi | Spring-Summer 2026 Collection MAKTUB

The runway unfolds around the four primordial elements — Earth, Water, Fire, Air — symbols of ancient and powerful energies, intertwined with a fifth, more subtle and perso nal element: Freedom. This fifth element is not just an abstract concept but an experience to live and interpret, an invitation to the audience to discover, through their participation in the show, their own definition of freedom. For Barbara Rizzi, freedom is inseparably linked to “madness,” that spark of creative folly and courage that pushes one to break patterns and conventions.

The collection is a dialogue between matter and spirit, strength and lightness. The chosen fabrics tell the story of each element: brocade and silk evoke esoteric nobility and echoes of ancient rituals; chiffon and organza move like smoke or spirits in the air, light and intangible; crêpe and cady create elegant, fluid drapes capable of transforming the silhouette into a delicate yet determined armor. Each piece is designed to express a femininity that does not bend but moves with grace and determination.
Colors are carefully selected to evoke the energies of the elements: white and silver re call moonlight and
clairvoyance; gold symbolizes power and sacredness; brown and sand embody the stability and grounding of Earth; sea green expresses the depth and mystery of Water; red is Fire, passion, and feminine strength; while black represents the occult, night, and protection. This color palette is not merely aesthetic but a language speaking of balance, energy, and transformation.

The runway becomes a mystical journey where destiny and magic merge with the tangible reality of fashion.