Cabinet de Curiosités
A Fashion Expedition into Nature’s Hidden Wonders
Introducing Our Autumn/Winter 2025-26 Collection: Cabinet de Curiosités
This season, we invite you to step into a world of meticulous observation and quiet beauty. Inspired by Jean-Henri Fabre, the celebrated entomologist, poet, and naturalist, our Autumn/Winter 2025-26 collection, “Cabinet de Curiosités,” is a study in detail, craftsmanship, and the poetry of the unseen.
Much like Fabre’s Harmas de Fabre —his home-turned-laboratory, filled with handwritten notes and delicate specimens—this collection is a tribute to the forgotten wonders of nature. A curiosity cabinet of textures, patterns, and handcrafted techniques, it celebrates fashion as an exploration of slow beauty, patience, and transformation.
A Collection Rooted in Observation & Craft
Cabinet de Curiosités captures the intricate artistry of Fabre’s world. Each piece draws inspiration from the delicate structures found in nature—layered fabrics that mimic the iridescence of insect wings, intricate crochet techniques evoking the webs of nature, and a rich mix of deadstock materials, giving new life to forgotten textiles.
In the spirit of slow fashion, the collection embraces the idea that true beauty emerges over time. Just as Fabre spent decades studying insects with meticulous care, each garment in Cabinet de Curiosités is crafted with intention, rejecting the fast-paced cycle of fleeting trends.
Textile Alchemy: Science, Art & Sustainability
Much like Fabre’s devotion to documenting life’s smallest wonders, we celebrate textiles as an art form—one that honors the past while shaping the future.
- Iridescent fabrics that echo the delicate shimmer of beetle shells.
- Layered textures inspired by the organic formations of butterfly wings.
- Handmade crochet details reminiscent of Fabre’s scientific illustrations—each loop and stitch telling a story of patience and craftsmanship.
- Deadstock materials thoughtfully repurposed, giving a second life to forgotten fabrics and reducing waste in the spirit of Fabre’s deep respect for nature.
By using sustainable materials and artisanal techniques, Cabinet de Curiosités embodies the philosophy of transformation—whether in nature, fashion, or creative expression.
The Intersection of Science, Poetry & Fashion
Jean-Henri Fabre was not just a scientist—he was a storyteller. His work reflects the same sense of wonder that fashion evokes:
- Observation & Craftsmanship: Fabre’s careful study of nature mirrors the meticulous process of slow fashion.
- Metamorphosis & Transformation: Inspired by the life cycles of insects, the collection explores change, rebirth, and renewal—both in nature and in the way we wear and create clothing.
- Sustainability & Timelessness: Fabre’s dedication to preserving the natural world aligns with the movement toward eco-conscious fashion, where clothing is not just a commodity but a lasting piece of artistry.
A Journey Through Fabre’s Lens
More than a collection, Cabinet de Curiosités is an invitation to rediscover the unnoticed—the fragile details in fabric, the patience of handmade craft, the beauty found in repurposing the old into something new.
For those intrigued by the world of Fabre, we recommend:
- A visit to Harmas de Fabre in Provence, where nature and creativity meet.
- Exploring textile museums that celebrate the artistry of craftsmanship.
- Discovering the legacy of insect-inspired fashion, from Alexander McQueen’s beetle dresses to traditional Japanese motifs.
Step Inside the Cabinet de Curiosités
This collection is an ode to the unseen—to the textures, stitches, and materials that tell a deeper story. It is for those who take the time to look closer, to appreciate the patience of handmade creation, and to embrace fashion as an act of curiosity and wonder.
Explore the Autumn/Winter 2025-26 collection now and uncover the hidden poetry of nature, craftsmanship, and transformation.
