"This fourth show in the brand's hometown reflects a deep connection to music and club culture, drawing inspiration from Berlin's experimental music scene of the early 1980s. The collection pays homage to influential industrial and synth music pioneers such as DAF and Einsturzende Neubauten, particularly highlighting the contributions of iconic figure Blixa Bargeld. In a time when the city's original ethos is increasingly threatened by commercial interests and societal pressures, GmbH seeks to reclaim the spirit of counterculture and utopian ideals that once defined Berlin."
"Accompanying the collection are original musical compositions and four evocative poems, which serve as both inspiration and anchor throughout the design process. GmbH emphasises that clothing transcends mere fabric, acting as codes and symbols of identity and belonging. The collection's theme, Doppelganger,' serves as a cautionary tale, reminding us of the need to confront and learn from the shadows of our past."
GmbH unveiled its Fall-Winter 2026 collection during Berlin Fashion Week, marking the brand's fourth show in its hometown and reinforcing ties to local culture. The collection draws deep inspiration from Berlin's early 1980s experimental music and club scenes, explicitly honoring industrial and synth pioneers such as DAF and Einsturzende Neubauten and highlighting Blixa Bargeld. Original musical compositions and four poems accompany the designs and informed creative decisions. Clothing is presented as codes and symbols of identity and belonging rather than mere fabric. The theme Doppelganger functions as a cautionary tale about confronting past shadows. Photographer Shin Jeong Hoon captured the collection's imagery.
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