Stéphane Rolland to Showcase Designs at Barcelona Bridal Fashion Week 2026

Stéphane Rolland, a leading name in Parisian Haute Couture, is set to debut in Spain as the highlight of the tenth edition of Barcelona Bridal Night. This flagship event of Barcelona Bridal Fashion Week (BBFW) 2026 will occur from April 22 to 26 at the Montjuïc venue of Fira de Barcelona.

As a member of the Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Couture, Rolland will unveil a special collection at the gala opening on April 22. This collection will feature a blend of retrospective designs along with twenty new pieces created specifically for this event.

Eighty stunning looks to be featured

A total of eighty looks will grace the runway, showcasing bridal, evening, and red-carpet gowns that beautifully reinterpret Rolland’s creative vision, where fashion, architecture, and art unite.

“Being able to present my work at BBFW is a tremendous privilege,” Stéphane Rolland stated. “Barcelona embodies the same passion for form, volume, and artistic expression as Haute Couture. My dresses represent emotional architectures, and this is a remarkable opportunity to share that essence with a global audience in a culturally rich city.”

The fashion show will take place in Pavilion 8 of the Montjuïc venue, originally constructed for the 1929 International Exposition. This location is renowned for its stunning polyhedral dome and Art Deco architecture influenced by expressionism.

Recognized for his exceptional skill in form and volume, Rolland established his maison in 2007 after an illustrious stint at notable houses like Balenciaga and Jean-Louis Scherrer, where he earned the title of the youngest artistic director on Avenue Montaigne.

His approach artfully blends the elegance of French tradition with a sculptural, theatrical flair. This distinctive style has solidified his position among today’s most revered designers.

Encouraging young talent on stage

Rolland has invited 24 fashion design students from IED Barcelona, ESDi, and LCI Barcelona to collaborate on the show’s production. Eight students from each institution will team up with the maison for six months, crafting their own designs using materials sourced from Gratacós, which will kick off the show ahead of the main collection.

“I truly appreciate the involvement of Barcelona’s design students,” Rolland remarked. “Nurturing creativity in young designers is vital. It sustains passion and allows their artistry to flourish.”

For Albasarí Caro, director of BBFW, this initiative embodies the essence of the event: “Providing visibility and opportunities for emerging talent is crucial for fostering ongoing innovation. We align with Rolland’s vision that supporting young designers is essential for propelling the future of fashion and boosting Barcelona’s creative landscape.”

Organized by Fira de Barcelona, the 2026 BBFW will showcase over 400 brands and nearly 40 designers on the runway.