Hotel Azzopardi: Azzopardi Studio SS26
Step into Hotel Azzopardi, where time lingers and stories unfold. For Spring/Summer 2026, Azzopardi Studio reimagines the glamour of the 1970s through the lens of today’s bold, uncompromising spirit. Set against the intimacy of the world’s most exquisite yet private destinations, the collection is filled with whispers of romance, ambition, and reinvention beneath glittering crystal chandeliers.
The lineup shifts seamlessly from sharp androgynous tailoring to sweeping evening gowns, punctuated by extravagant hats that demand attention. Each look is rich with intricate hand embroidery and encrusted details, a testament to artisanal craft. It is a collection that honors the past while fearlessly pushing fashion forward—where every garment becomes part of a living story and an invitation to dream.
A Tribute to Craft and Storytelling
Clothing, in Azzopardi’s hands, transcends mere attire; it becomes a vessel for memory, history, and fantasy. The SS26 collection offers not only silhouettes but entire narratives stitched into fabric. From structured suits that evoke power and poise to ethereal gowns that command the night, Azzopardi’s vision is one of drama and intimacy intertwined.
Behind the Collection
The SS26 campaign was photographed by Max Glatzhofer, with art direction and production by ANCC Studio. Styling was led by Lily Rimmer, with makeup by Tom Easto and hair by Lara Theuma. Supporting the creative process were styling assistants Enrica Miller and Lily Hopkins. The collection was brought to life on models Aneta (Body London) and Jemma (PRM Agency), with the atmospheric Beaver Brook Townhouse serving as the backdrop.
About Azzopardi Studio
Founded in 2019, Azzopardi Studio is a demi-couture house that moves between prêt-à-couture and performance, suspended in the space between daylight and dreaming. Rooted in costume history, theatrical narrative, and artisanal design, the house’s work is defined by opulent textures and memory, with a steadfast commitment to slow fashion and a couture-salon approach that creates enduring heirlooms.
Recognized by the Istituto Italiano di Cultura, Arts Council Malta, and Heritage Malta, the studio is set to present at the Malta Pavilion of Expo 2025 Osaka and during New York Fashion Week, solidifying its reputation as a voice of cultural and sartorial excellence.
About Luke Azzopardi
Maltese couturier and multidisciplinary artist Luke Azzopardi blends costume design with academic research, positioning his work as participative investigations into art history. Trained at Central Saint Martins and the University of Malta, he launched his eponymous studio in 2019 and has since designed for national and international operatic and contemporary dance productions.
In celebration of Malta’s cultural heritage, Azzopardi published Għonnella: Deconstructing the Garment, reimagining the country’s national costume. Recognized with the Premio Cultura e Moda by the Istituto Italiano di Cultura and honored by Arts Council Malta, Azzopardi remains one of Malta’s most celebrated designers, bridging fashion, performance, and cultural storytelling.
Photo Credit : Max Glatzhofer