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Now based near Aix-en-Provence, Christel Boniface draws on her Mediterranean routine for an incandescent energy that infuses both her collections and the artistic collaborations she undertakes with her label, Stella Forest: “Provence is a very strong source of inspiration: its landscapes, its light, its scents, and its art of living naturally nourish our world.” For the Spring/Summer 2026 season, the brand offers a wardrobe in which silhouettes unfold in a vibrant palette blending natural tones, deep blue, and emerald green. The embroideries and graphic prints, meanwhile, recall the house's commitment to craftsmanship and natural materials.
In this new southern setting, the designer is also developing a series of sensory encounters with talents from the South. In Marseille, chef Justine Pruvot joins the Stella Forest family as the face of the new collection. "We share the same appreciation for craftsmanship and meaningful creations. Our shared value also lies in the desire to promote traditional skills," explains Christel Boniface, who isn't afraid to explore the interplay between fashion and the culinary arts. This openness to other cultures extends to everyday objects, as the brand launched a line of soaps this year, some inspired by Marseilles traditions. This project, conceived as a natural extension of Stella Forest, proves that under the southern sun, inventiveness can take countless forms.
