Ioannes

ABOUT THE COLLECTION

Titled “Better Grow Thorns Than Thicker Skin,” IOANNES’ latest collection embraces vulnerability not as a weakness, but as a radical form of strength. Through garments that evoke both protection and exposure, the collection invites wearers to resist emotional armouring and instead cultivate their own forms of delicate, confident beauty. Focusing on the duality of softness and sharpness, the collection merges sheer, flowing fabrics, figure-hugging silhouettes, structured tailoring, and playful accessories. Lightweight mesh, fine Supima cotton, and vegetable-dyed ruffles offer a feeling of lightness, while sharp tailoring, raw hems, and armor-like outerwear introduce tactile tension. Transformative pieces – adjustable, reconfigurable, or purposefully unfinished – speak to ritual, care, and the ongoing process of becoming. The colour palette weaves together soft neutrals like sand, beige, and pale blush pink with darker, moody hues like ganache brown and deep olive. Black dominates, marking a return to cut and silhouette over print and embellishment. Standout materials include patina-sprayed cottons, loosely textured knits, and shape-dissolving sequin tassels reimagined as both armour and adornment. Highlights include vegetable-dyed ruffle pieces, the “Rococo” heel as well as a transformable sequin piece.

All images are available at the official Berlin Fashion Week MEDIA HUB.

ABOUT THE BRAND

Founded in 2019 in Paris, ioannes draws inspiration from the past while celebrating artistry, individuality, and sensuality through process and a meticulous attention to detail. Led by an intention to strike a unique balance between understated elegance and moments of bold expression, ioannes sought to create a source of joy - not only for the designer but the women who express themselves through the designer’s pieces.