A new season unfolds through rich, luxurious materials and confident silhouettes, creating effortless moments from day to night. Luscious suedes, supple leathers, satin finishes and delicate mesh are expressed in a deep autumnal palette of burgundy, chocolate, ink navy, olive green and tan, bringing warmth and depth to the collection and grounding it in understated elegance. Designed with longevity in mind, these are styles shaped by evolution rather than trend: refined, relevant and enduring.
Boots take centre stage this season, anchoring the wardrobe as temperatures begin to fall. Designed to move effortlessly through the day, Edward Meller’s collection of ankle boots and long boots carries you seamlessly from Autumn into winter, from desk to dinner and beyond. Heel heights range from strikingly high to refined mid and low options, with finishes spanning smooth leather, croc-embossed textures and soft suede. Clean lines, practical block heels, elongated pointed toes and softly contoured almond shapes define the edit, reflecting a less-is-more approach to luxury, timeless, versatile and designed for round-the-clock wear.
Pumps bring a strong, graphic presence to the AW26 collection, defined by sharp silhouettes and sleek, confident profiles. Elongated pointed toes and sculptural heel shapes create clarity and impact, balanced by wearable proportions that move easily from day to night. High-shine patent is paired with silk-like finishes and suede accents, adding contrast without excess. Timeless in feel yet modern in execution, AW26 pumps are designed to elevate a look with assured restraint.
Flats introduce a quieter, directional note, balancing function with refined design. Ballet flats, moccasins, loafers and lace-ups are shaped by clean lines and considered proportions, lending an androgynous sensibility softened by a subtle feminine edge. Crafted for everyday wear, these styles offer polished ease, understated durability, and are designed to ground the wardrobe season after season.
AW26 from Edward Meller is a collection built on confidence, balance and lasting appeal. From sculptural boots and sharply defined pumps to refined flats, each piece reflects an evolution-over-revolution approach to design, where form, material and proportion create timeless silhouettes with staying power. Footwear defined by elegant wearability, from day through night, now and for years to come.
Photography & Production: Kurt Anniss & Nathan Barton | Cinematography: Logan Kelk | Styling & Creative Direction: Yael Star & Allegra New | Model: Samira Philipsen | Hair & Makeup: Shev Kelly
