In a season where many designers have reached for the familiar and the timeless, Christophe Lemaire and Sarah-Linh Tran have done the same, but with their signature twist. They’ve drawn from their own extensive archives, layering tailored workwear-grade twill and denim pieces, relaxed coats, and boxy wide-collared shirts to create a Spring 2025 collection that feels both classic and contemporary. The silhouettes are imbued with a sense of nonchalance and warm-weather breeziness, thanks to the balloon and parachute volumes that lend ample ease to the sleeves and trousers. But the Lemaire touch doesn’t stop there. A more overt sensuality emerges from the lineup, with leaner feminine silhouettes, second-skin knits, and the occasional tasteful skin-baring detail.
Lemaire and Tran’s creative vision extends beyond the garments themselves, as evidenced by their collaboration with Paris-based visual artist Philippe Weisbecker. Weisbecker’s focus on the beauty of everyday objects has caught the eye of the design duo, and his work has been translated into captivating prints that adorn the collection. Moreover, the palette of sun-faded, dusty pastels that conclude the show seem to have been directly inspired by Weisbecker’s artistic sensibilities. It’s a subtle yet impactful nod to the intersection of fashion and fine art, a hallmark of the Lemaire brand.
