Debbie Co Unveils Jardin du Soleil Resort ’26 Collection Blending British Elegance and Tropical Femininity

Designer Debbie Co launched her Resort 2026 collection, Jardin du Soleil, with a showcase at Manila House on July 27, featuring a lineup of actresses, influencers, and models she has collaborated with over her 21-year career. The collection is currently available at the Atelier Debbie Co boutique in Proscenium and at a pop-up store in Power Plant Mall, Rockwell, Makati, running through September.

Jardin du Soleil draws inspiration from the refined tradition of British afternoon tea dresses and the vibrant spirit of the tropics. Co described the collection as a personal fusion of her formative years studying at Central Saint Martins in London and her identity as a modern Filipina. The designs emphasize hyperfeminine silhouettes, including voluminous ballgown skirts, golden palm motifs, polka dots, and floral patterns.

Noteworthy pieces in the collection include a heavily beaded tan dress, a blue and gold gown featuring a bustier bodice, a sheath cocktail dress adorned with pearl drops, and a pink ruffled skirt paired with a top resembling a square bib tied with a bow at the back. These elements showcase Co’s commitment to combining elegance with playful softness.

While Jardin du Soleil is a ready-to-wear (RTW) collection, Co also maintains a significant presence in the made-to-order bridal market. She highlighted the differences between the two disciplines, noting that RTW allows creative freedom within the brand’s aesthetic and focuses on flattering the wearer’s body. In contrast, made-to-order bridalwear involves close collaboration with clients to accommodate their comfort and preferences.

The pop-up stores serve as an avenue to reach a broader clientele, particularly those who frequent malls, providing different exposure opportunities compared to traditional boutique settings.

Reflecting on her two decades in fashion, Co shared that many of her clients have grown with her brand, from prom dresses to bridal gowns. She observed a shift in bridal preferences, with contemporary brides exhibiting more openness and individuality compared to the traditionally uniform styles of the past.

The COVID-19 pandemic notably influenced bridal fashion, leading to smaller celebrations and a departure from conventional wedding dress designs characterized by lace and full coverage. Co remarked that today’s brides are more expressive of their identities through their choices in bridalwear.

The Jardin du Soleil Resort ’26 Collection embodies Co’s vision of dressing women for both significant milestones and everyday moments, blending classic British craftsmanship with tropical warmth and modern femininity. The collection is accessible at Atelier Debbie Co’s Proscenium location and the Power Plant Mall pop-up until September 2026.