Valentino Cruise 26 Campaign Unveiled
Creative director Alessandro Michele continues to explore fresh aesthetics and new faces in the Valentino Cruise 26 campaign. After the vibrant and light-filled Spring/Summer 2026 show at Paris Fashion Week, Michele draws inspiration from travel themes with this new campaign set in a hotel.
Intimate Black and White Visuals
The campaign video is filmed in black and white, presenting a series of intimate vignettes featuring a diverse cast. This is the first campaign for singer Tate McRae with the house, alongside well-known Valentino friends such as Dakota Johnson, Dev Hynes, and Anne Imhof.
Soundtracked by Chopin’s Nocturne in E Flat, the campaign set in the liminal space of the hotel is slow-paced, allowing to easily see the garments from the Cruise 26 collection.
Showcasing New Valentino Designs
The collection highlights new Valentino styles including sheer sequined gowns, tweed blazers, and standout mini dresses. True to Valentino’s signature, classic accessories are given a fresh twist.
- Panthea Shoulder Bag
- D’Orsay Bondie Pump
These accessories play a prominent role in the collection.
Author's Summary
The Valentino Cruise 26 campaign by Alessandro Michele presents a travel-inspired aesthetic with iconic accessories and an intimate hotel setting, starring fresh and familiar faces alike.