This season, Max Mara and Sportmax drew from different inspirations for their fall/winter collections, but shared a common vision: dressing women who move with purpose.
Kimberley Anne Woltemas at Max Mara’s fall/winter 2026 show. Photo: Handout
Whether she’s heading into a boardroom or stepping out for an evening with friends, she’s confident, graceful and impeccably dressed.
Mandy Tam at Sportmax’s fall/winter 2026 show. Photo: HandoutHong Kong singer and model Mandy Tam attended both shows during Milan Fashion Week, reflecting her growing influence at home and on the global stage. At the Sportmax show – also its 50th anniversary runway show – she donned an outfit from the spring/summer 2026 collection.Boardroom chic
Max Mara fall/winter 2026 Look 1. Photo: Handout
The Max Mara woman is refined, powerful and purposeful. For the brand’s fall/winter 2026 collection, titled History and Modernity, creative director Ian Griffiths looked to history for inspiration. The collection is inspired by Matilda of Canossa, an 11th-century Italian noblewoman considered to be one of the most important governing figures of the Italian Middle Ages. She was known for her intelligence, strength and diplomacy.
Max Mara fall/winter 2026 Look 25. Photo: Handout
Griffiths brought those traits to life through strong silhouettes: structured shoulders, gored cashmere skirts, suede tunics and sleek mid-thigh boots and dresses detailed with metal rivets.
Max Mara fall/winter 2026 Look 29. Photo: Handout