Color and Memory: RAJO SS2026 Child’s Play
RAJO unveils its Spring/Summer 2026 Collection: Child’s Play.
Words Art+ Magazine Team
Photos courtesy of Rajo Laurel
April 20, 2026
Filipino fashion house RAJO, led by Rajo Laurel, presents its Spring/Summer 2026 collection, Child’s Play—a focused exploration of color, memory, and imagination.
The collection is built on a simple idea: in childhood, color is experienced instinctively rather than analytically. It’s immediate, personal, and often tied to emotion. Drawing from the work of Nina Tolstrup, particularly the Bethnal Green Mews House, the collection reflects a balance between playfulness and control, where color is used with clarity and intention.
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This approach is expressed through a mix of tones and textures. Soft neutrals, earth tones, and muted pastels create a grounded base, while brighter elements—electric blues, citrus shades, and primary colors—are introduced in measured ways. These contrasts feel natural rather than forced, as if shaped by memory and instinct.
Color is revealed gradually throughout the collection. It appears in linings, panels, and small details that become more noticeable with movement or closer viewing. Each piece is designed to be experienced over time, rather than making an immediate statement.
Child’s Play also reflects on how early experiences influence our perception of color. Familiar shades can carry a sense of nostalgia, comfort, or ease. These references inform the collection, giving it a personal quality while remaining accessible.
“There is a certain honesty in how children engage with the world,” Laurel shares. “They respond to color without hesitation or judgment. That straightforward sense of liking something because it brings joy is something I wanted to revisit.”
The garments follow the same thinking. Silhouettes are structured but easy to wear, allowing for movement and individuality. There is a balance between form and comfort, with fabrics selected for how they hold and respond to color in different lighting.
Overall, the collection is designed to be worn and observed, rather than to demand attention. It encourages a more considered approach to fashion—one that develops through use and experience.
More than a seasonal offering, Child’s Play encourages an appreciation for color and detail, and a renewed sense of curiosity often overlooked in everyday life. In this way, it positions fashion not just as adornment, but as something to engage with more deliberately.
Alongside the collection, RAJO has opened a new boutique on the 2nd Level of SM Aura Premier as of April 6, 2026. The space reflects the same design approach, offering a setting that supports how the collection is meant to be experienced.
The Spring/Summer 2026 collection is now available at The RAJO Store and on rajolaurel.com. Visit The RAJO Store at Power Plant Mall, Shangri-La Plaza Mall, and SM Aura Premier. Follow @therajostore on Instagram for the latest updates and collection drops.
