#ben schofield

Ben Schofield outside Maison Mihara

Paul Smith | Spring/Summer 2027 Milan Salon Show

For Spring/Summer 2027, we return to the archives to revisit Paul’s signature approach to relaxed tailoring. In the 1980s, Paul helped redefine tailoring, bringing a sense of ease and individuality to a world of rigid dress codes. For Spring/Summer 2027, that pioneering spirit is reimagined through relaxed silhouettes and effortless styling. Turned-back cuffs, loosened ties, and unbuttoned shirts create a modern wardrobe designed for warmer days and easy elegance. Discover the latest Spring/Summer 2027 collection and explore Paul’s enduring vision of contemporary menswear, relaxed tailoring, and timeless style. Credits: Styling: Ben Schofield Casting: Shelley Durkan Hair & Make-up: Matt Mulhall Production: Holmes Production Music: Andrew Hale & Peter Smith

Has dicho: Paul Smith | Spring/Summer 2027 Milan Salon Show

The Paul Smith Spring/Summer 2027 Menswear collection debuted on June 20, 2026, during Milan Fashion Week. Staged inside the brand's Italian headquarters, the salon show was personally narrated by Sir Paul Smith over the microphone. Titled "Suits in Unsuitable Situations," the collection presents an affectionate, playful liberation of traditional tailoring. It treats the suit not as corporate uniform, but as relaxed clothing meant to be lived in, weathered, and loved. 

Conceptual Inspiration

Grandfather's Influence: Driven by a childhood photograph of his grandfather wearing a full pale suit and tie while standing in the sea with his trousers rolled up. [1, 2]

Personal Memories: Inspired by Smith's own memory of staining a white linen suit with red wine while harvesting grapes in Tuscany. [1, 2]

The 1980s Archive: Led by Design Directors Helen Holmes and Sam Cotton, the house revisited its late-80s and 90s archives to re-energize the era's fluid, softened tailoring. [1, 2]

Collection & Fabric Highlights

Deconstructed Tailoring: The runway leaned heavily into unlined blazers, loose-fitting structures, turned-back cuffs, and unbuttoned shirts open to the navel. [1, 2]

Summer Textiles: Garments utilized ultra-lightweight, fluid fabrics including tropical weaves from Scotland, mouliné seersucker, and printed silk habutai. [1, 2]

Suiting Reimagined: The lineup introduced relaxed suiting alternatives, including suiting-fabric Bermuda shorts and jeans-style trousers. [1]

The Palette: Earthy foundations of ecru, taupe, and dusty tones collided with bright white, crisp linen, and deep midnight navy. Vibrant punctuation marks appeared via mint green knits, printed silk ties, and socks in lemon and grape. [1, 2]

Playful Details & Staging

Keepsakes: Embracing the beauty of everyday objects, a hand-painted pebble was left on each attendee's seat as a nostalgic token.

Nautical Hardware: Garments featured unique pewter and brass charms cast into the shapes of sailing boats, seashells, and pennies.

Subverted Styling: Ties were loosened or casually wrapped around the neck like scarves, while fish lures were unexpectedly utilized as runway boutonières. 

Ben Schofield outside Astrid Anderson