Sia Arnika Fall/Winter 2026 - Overtime

SIA ARNIKA introduces OVERTIME, a collection for Fall/Winter 2026, revealed during Berlin Fashion Week. This collection explores the hours following work, where the rigid structures of day-to-day life begin to loosen, transforming the mundane into something vibrant. OVERTIME navigates familiar settings such as office corridors, factory spaces, and village discos, capturing spaces typically characterised by routine and discipline. As the collection progresses, a subtle breakdown of these established systems is evident. The designs transition from traditional uniforms into styles that are more nocturnal in essence, embodying a mix of structured silhouettes that appear both composed and relaxed, straddling the line between obligation and aspiration.

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Words by Marcel Schlutt
All photos by James-Cochrane for #BFW @jamescochranephoto

This collection evokes a sense of duality, where exhaustion coexists with moments of sweetness, a representation of the understated exhilaration that follows an intense period of productivity. It resides in the transitional space where work converges with leisure, and clothing transitions into a medium of expression rather than regulation.

The materials and construction reflect this evolution. Layering is a central theme, offering garments that both conceal and reveal, designed to adapt to the body’s movements. Workwear influences are reinterpreted through sculptural tailoring alongside fluid jersey, mesh, and textured surfaces. The colour palette is industrial at its core, accented by highlights of shine and contrasting elements.

The presentation took place in an office-like environment curated by TOR Studio, mirroring a familiar workspace that has been subtly altered. The use of fluorescent lighting and considerate design choices evokes a sense of time passing, creating an atmosphere suspended between function and anticipation.

Accompanying the visual elements, EUROPA composed the soundscape, reinforcing the themes of the collection with an auditory journey that balances tension and release.

Key partnerships support the AW26 presentation, including Kylie Cosmetics as the exclusive beauty partner, furthering their creative collaboration with SIA ARNIKA. The collection incorporates TENCEL™ Lyocell fibres, produced via a sustainable closed-loop process. Additionally, Swarovski supplied crystal mesh and accessories, known for their quality and craftsmanship, celebrating individuality and personal expression.

Material sourcing benefits from collaborations with deadstock specialists Beglarian Fabrics and Fabric House, highlighting the brand’s ongoing dedication to sustainable practices and material reuse.

With OVERTIME, SIA ARNIKA continues to develop a signature design language that interplays between structure and fluidity, reflecting the complexities of modern life through fashion that embraces both control and freedom.