Ottolinger Resort 2025 Lookbook

Berlin-based design duo Cosima Gadient and Christa Bösch of Ottolinger are taking a focused and practical approach for their Resort 2025 collection. In a video interview, they declare their strategy: "Just buckle up and stay focused."

This focus translates to a collection that's both sharp and personal. The lookbook itself reflects this, shot on the streets near their Berlin studio and a nearby park, a former airfield. The clothes themselves aren't a uniform, but rather an embodiment of how the designers navigate their world, from local events to extensive travels.

"Berlin is a place of transit," Gadient explains. "It's not like Paris, where you arrive with a suitcase and a dream of staying forever."

Day and night wear seamlessly blend here. Gold lurex pieces hint at Berlin's renowned nightlife, a space where the designers feel free and connected. Playful elements like cat and dog prints add a touch of whimsy, while crisscross dresses in ribbed cotton jersey offer a more approachable option for new fans.

Ottolinger signatures remain present: painted denim, raw-edged dresses, and deconstructed suiting with a unique twist. Jersey mesh prints echo the spirit of urban art, and playfully designed cardigans offer both classic and creative styling options. The brand's recent foray into swimwear continues with a royal blue dress that, while technically swim-ready, is designed for broader wear.

A new logo inspired by the rock band Tool adds a touch of edge, while a glimpse into the future comes in the form of showpiece pieces made from scuba memory foam, hinting at the duo's ongoing exploration with wetsuit materials. "These pieces showcase how we create shapes and find form," Bösch remarks. "There's beauty to be found even when things fall apart."