MANUELLE GUIBAL
MANUELLE GUIBAL draws obvious, simple, basic shapes and turns them into something quietly extraordinary. Her clothes are comfortable, ultra-contemporary and often oversized, created to move with the wearer rather than against them.
At House of Valerie, we are drawn to the brand’s ability to blend French ease with architectural precision, transforming everyday dressing into an art form. The collection, made in Paris, explores proportion through softly structured jackets, wide trousers, fluid dresses and lightweight scarves, all defined by texture and tone. Each piece feels instinctive and personal, cut in natural fabrics that drape beautifully and carry a quiet sense of confidence. The palette is subdued, the details deliberate, and the mood unmistakably Parisian.
MANUELLE GUIBAL designs for women who value presence over polish, creating clothing that is as thoughtful as it is effortless - refined simplicity in its purest form.
MANUELLE GUIBAL
Frequently Asked Questions
MANUELLE GUIBAL is a Paris-based designer known for taking simple, familiar shapes and transforming them through proportion, fabric and colour. Her clothing is contemporary, comfortable and often generously cut, with softly structured jackets, wide trousers, fluid dresses, knitwear, scarves and outerwear designed to move naturally with the wearer.
AW26 has a stronger focus on outerwear, including a silk trench, cashmere coat and floral jacquard coat, balanced by lightweight cotton pieces for layering. Checks, scarves and jewel-toned knitwear bring colour into the collection, with blue, brown and bottle green working particularly well through the colder months.
The collection has a strongly Parisian identity and MANUELLE GUIBAL is designed and made in Paris. Fabric treatment and colour are central to the brand, with specialist Paris dyeing expertise contributing to the distinctive washed and nuanced finishes seen across the collections.
MANUELLE GUIBAL is generally generous and many pieces are intentionally relaxed. Sizing commonly runs from 0 to 4, but the amount of ease varies by style. As an example from our studio, Val is a UK 14 and can wear a size 1 in selected MANUELLE GUIBAL trousers. Use the individual measurements as the best guide.
Yes. Many of the trousers we select have elasticated waistbands, which gives flexibility across different body shapes while keeping the beautiful wide and relaxed silhouettes the brand is known for. Because the fit can be generous, you may not need to size up for comfort.
AW26 moves between luxurious outerwear fabrics and lighter layers. Look for cashmere, silk, jacquard and lightweight cotton, alongside soft knitwear. That contrast is useful in winter: lighter cotton pieces can sit beneath heavier jumpers, coats and boots without creating too much bulk.
Checks are an important part of the season, appearing alongside richer jewel tones. Blue, brown and bottle green knitwear gives the collection depth, while checked dresses, scarves and accessories make it easy to pull those colours through an outfit.
Think in layers rather than complete matching looks. A lightweight cotton dress or shirt can sit beneath heavier knitwear and boots, while a silk or cashmere coat changes the finish completely. Scarves are particularly useful for drawing the season's jewel tones together.
FRIDA ZAZOU, HANNOH WESSEL and AEQUAMENTE are natural partners for MANUELLE GUIBAL because they share an understated, fabric-led approach. For more edge, we also love MANUELLE GUIBAL with classic RUNDHOLZ MAINLINE pieces, particularly heavier wool trousers and jackets.
Very much so. The appeal is in clothes that feel considered without feeling restrictive: generous trousers, easy layers, tactile fabrics and outerwear with presence. It is particularly suited to customers looking for understated designer fashion rather than trend-led dressing.