Valentino Cruise 26 Campaign: New Faces and Aesthetics
Creative director Alessandro Michele continues to explore fresh aesthetics and travel-inspired themes in the Valentino Cruise 26 campaign. Following a vibrant Spring/Summer 2026 show at Paris Fashion Week, the campaign is set in a hotel, providing an intimate and elegant backdrop.
Campaign Details and Cast
The video is shot in black and white, featuring various vignettes with an ensemble cast. This marks Tate McRae’s debut campaign with Valentino. Regular Valentino collaborators such as Dakota Johnson, Dev Hynes, and Anne Imhof also appear prominently.
Soundtracked by Chopin’s Nocturne in E Flat, the campaign’s hotel setting creates a slow, contemplative pace that highlights the collection’s details.
Collection Highlights
- Sheer sequined gowns
- Tweed blazers
- Eye-catching mini dresses
- Classic Valentino accessories with a modern twist
Featured accessories take center stage, including the Panthea Shoulder Bag and D’Orsay Bondie Pump, embodying Valentino’s signature style with innovative flair.
Summary: Alessandro Michele’s Valentino Cruise 26 campaign blends classic elegance with contemporary edge through travel-inspired visuals, a fresh cast, and standout designs.