FASHION/NOV 13, 2026
The rising fashion vision of Simon Carle
From playing dress-up in his family home to styling stars like Charli xcx, Simon Carle is the designer reshaping modern experimental aesthetics.
BADDIES STAFF·1 min read
Edited by Simone Hale
Simon Carle has rapidly ascended from a quiet youth in Germany to becoming one of the most intriguing forces in contemporary design. While his early explorations involved secret afternoons experimenting with household fabrics and his mother's wedding dress, his current work commands the attention of the industry elite. Now balancing a professional role at Maison Margiela with a burgeoning reputation for his own fleeting, ephemeral creations, Carle has captured the imagination of those who crave fashion that prioritizes artistic transformation over static, long-term permanence. His approach is rooted in the same curiosity that once fueled his private, artistic rebellion.
The designer has already cultivated a client list that reads like a curated roster of today's most influential icons. By dressing performers such as Tyla, Charli xcx, and Rosalía, Carle has introduced his distinct, sculptural sensibilities to the global stage. These collaborations are defined by a sense of movement and daring, often featuring garments designed to exist for a single moment of brilliance before fading away. This dedication to temporary aesthetics signals a radical departure from traditional luxury conventions, positioning Carle as a vanguard for a new generation that views clothing as a performative, transient medium rather than a static asset.
“These collaborations are defined by a sense of movement and daring, often featuring garments designed to exist for a single moment of brilliance before fading away.”
Carle represents a refreshing shift in how we perceive the intersection of personal identity and high fashion. His career path underscores the value of maintaining an experimental spirit even when navigating the rigorous demands of established design houses like Margiela. As he continues to balance technical mastery with his signature brand of beautiful weirdness, he invites us to reconsider the shelf life of a garment and the power of a single, striking visual statement. For the modern observer, Carle offers a glimpse into a future where the most memorable looks are the ones that dare to briefly exist.
Words by BADDIES STAFF
