Ethical Couture Gets Wild: Ronald van der Kemp Debuts Wardrobe 22 in Paris

Ronald van der Kemp (RVDK), recognized as a pioneer of ethical couture, once again challenged the norms with his latest collection, Wardrobe 22, unveiled during Paris Couture Week 2025. Staying true to his vision, RVDK transforms discarded, leftover fabrics and materials into stunning, one-of-a-kind pieces that embody both luxury and sustainability. This collection pushes boundaries by merging bold, wild aesthetics with the brand’s signature mindful craftsmanship — proving that couture fashion can be glamorous without compromising the planet.

Ethical Couture Gets Wild: Ronald van der Kemp Debuts Wardrobe 22 in Paris

Photographed by Joy Strotz for FashionDailyMag and curated and written by Brigitte_Segura.

Each creation in Wardrobe 22 is meticulously crafted from high-end, existing textiles and other items including jewelry and plastics, using time-honored sewing and hand finishing techniques. Delivering unparalleled detail and artistry, his innovative embellishments add unique visual textures, making every dress, jacket or gown an original work of wearable art. The process is intimate and precise: a toile is first created and fitted onsite before the final masterpiece is hand-stitched, ensuring each client receives a perfect, personalized couture experience.

Captured beautifully by Joy Strotz for FashionDailyMag, with curation and writing by Brigitte Segura, this collection is more than a show — it’s a mindful movement. Ronald van der Kemp’s commitment to sustainability, combined with his dramatic designs and ethical ethos, makes Wardrobe 22 a must-watch in the world of couture. This Paris runway show proves that fashion’s future can be both wild and responsible, offering exquisite one of a kind pieces that celebrate creativity, elegance, and the planet.

Highlights + curated fave looks from Wardrobe 22 RVDK :

Ethical Couture Gets Wild: Ronald van der Kemp Debuts Wardrobe 22 in Paris.

Credits:

Designer: Ronald van der Kemp
Photographer: @joystrotz
For: Fashion Daily Mag
Curator : Brigitte Segura Curator
Casting: Alexandre Junior Cyprien & Team
Hair Team: Goldwell led by Bianca van Zwieten
Beauty Team: Beautick led by Marcello Costa
Hats: Marianne Jongkind
Gloves; Ines Gloves
Sunglasses: Ulsje Handcrafted Glasses
Jewelry: RVDK
Fine Jewelry: Thaynå Caiçara

Ethical Couture Gets Wild: Ronald van der Kemp Debuts Wardrobe 22 in Paris

Photographed by Joy Strotz for FashionDailyMag and curated and written by Brigitte_Segura.