For summer 2026, Veuve Clicquot turns its gaze toward warmth, light, and shared experience with Chasing the Sun, a limited-edition collection created in collaboration with London-based artist and designer Yinka Ilori. Rooted in the House’s spirit of excellence, the collection draws a direct line between contemporary creativity and the legacy of Madame Clicquot, whose bold vision continues to shape the brand today.
Unveiled during Milan Design Week, Chasing the Sun is more than a seasonal release. It is a fully realized design concept that blends champagne culture with art, inviting guests into an immersive world defined by color, pattern, and connection. The pop-up experience introduces a café that offers dainty delicacies, appearing more as masterpieces than desserts, and highlighting the brand’s mastery in elegant flavor profiles. The cafe also serves as an exhibition space and boutique, reflecting Ilori’s signature visual language: playful yet intentional, vibrant yet grounded in meaning.
At the center of the collection are three distinct patterns designed to evoke movement, warmth, and the universal charm of sunshine. The three patterns each capture different expressions through bold colors and geometric forms. One feels warm and radiant with sun-inspired circles, while another uses structured shapes to reflect connection and balance. The third is more fluid and playful, evoking the movement and spontaneity of summer light.
Among the standout pieces is the Sun Totem, a sculptural object crafted from upcycled materials. Both practical and symbolic, it is designed to keep bottles of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label and Brut Rosé chilled while serving as a statement of sustainable design. The use of repurposed materials aligns with the House’s ongoing commitment to thoughtful production, without compromising on visual impact.
Throughout the collection, Ilori’s approach emphasizes connection between people, places, and moments. His use of color and pattern is not purely decorative, it’s meant to spark interaction and elevate everyday experiences. In this way, Chasing the Sun becomes less about the objects themselves and more about the atmosphere they create.
As the summer season approaches, Veuve Clicquot positions this collection as an invitation to gather, celebrate, and embrace the simple pleasure of time spent under the sun. It is a reminder that luxury, at its best, is not only seen, but felt, shared across tables, terraces, and long, golden evenings.