Designers Stephen Biga of Melusine and Reem Acra present their Spring 2027 ready-to-wear collections with distinct inspirations and market strategies.

Designer Stephen Biga’s Melusine label and Reem Acra have debuted their Spring 2027 ready-to-wear collections. Biga’s latest work draws inspiration from the 1928 film The Passion of Joan of Arc, while Reem Acra focuses on her signature evening wear, incorporating pastel color palettes and versatile design elements.

Melusine’s Medieval and Cinematic Inspiration

Stephen Biga, a Parsons graduate with experience at Rodarte and Proenza Schouler, centered his Spring 2027 collection on the imagery of Joan of Arc. Biga explored the figure's androgynous style and menswear influences, contrasting these with his brand's established romantic aesthetic. To introduce edge, the collection features raw edges, layered jackets, and a burgundy inner belt detail inspired by 1990s skate culture. The collection continues the brand’s focus on metallic knit 'chain mail' dresses and introduces new pieces such as a cap-sleeve armor top and a T-shirt-cape hybrid. Biga also utilized a 1700s-inspired print for blouses and ruched slip dresses, aiming for a slow, deliberate evolution of the brand’s identity.

Reem Acra’s Evening Wear Strategy

Reem Acra continues to prioritize her core business of ultra-glamorous evening gowns despite broader market trends away from formal wear. The designer reported that many of her 'wow' pieces are already near sell-out status ahead of official market appointments. To increase the versatility of her designs, Acra introduced removable trains and sashes, allowing customers to adjust the formality of their outfits. While maintaining her focus on gowns, the collection also includes kaftans and shifts toward a lighter pastel color palette, aligning with current industry trends.