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COS Ballerina Few silhouettes have captured the mood of the season quite like the ballerina flat. Blending nostalgia with modern minimalism, the style continues to evolve as a versatile wardrobe essential—and COS offers its own refined interpretation with a design that feels both contemporary and timeless.   True to the brand’s signature aesthetic, the new ballerina shoes combine clean architectural lines with soft, supple materials, creating a silhouette that is elegant without feeling overly delicate. The understated design allows the craftsmanship to take centre stage, making them an effortless companion to both sharp tailoring and relaxed, everyday dressing.   Designed with longevity rather than fleeting trends in mind, the shoes embody COS’s philosophy of thoughtful design and functional luxury. Whether paired with fluid dresses, wide-leg trousers, or crisp summer separates, they offer a quiet sophistication that seamlessly transitions between occasions. Now that the collection has officially launched, the ballerina flats stand out as one of the season’s most wearable investments—proof that simplicity, when executed well, never goes out of style. image courtesy COS

COS Unveils SS26 in Seoul, Balancing Structure and Fluidity Presented on March 25,  COS’ Spring Summer 2026 show marks the brand’s first runway presentation in South Korea. Staged in Seoul after several seasons across Europe and consecutive appearances at New York Fashion Week, the show signals a continued expansion of COS’s global presence while refining its evolving design language. Set within a brutalist space on the outskirts of the city, the scenography established a stark and geometric atmosphere. Empty swimming pools formed a surreal architectural landscape, while a soundscape inspired by the Seoul subway system grounded the show in the city’s rhythm. The result was an environment where structure and movement coexisted, mirroring the collection itself. Across forty looks, the palette remained controlled and cohesive. Slate grey, warm browns, cream and white created a sense of tonal harmony, punctuated by accents of blue and deep oxblood to introduce depth. The effect was one of quiet uniformity, where variation emerged through nuance rather than contrast.  Materiality played a central role. Leather and technical fabrics were combined with precision to shape sculptural silhouettes and deliberate draping. Linen introduced texture, while sheer and transparent layers revealed the body in motion. Light, airy fabrics moved freely, softening the collection’s architectural foundation with a sense of ease. In this balance between rigidity and fluidity, COS continues to explore a space where minimalism becomes expressive. The Seoul show does not disrupt the brand’s identity, but rather sharpens it, suggesting that its future lies in the careful negotiation between structure, sensation and movement. A selection of the garments are available in COS stories and at their website.  Images courtesy of COS