Kendall Jenner is redefining fashion boundaries once again, this time by turning a handbag into high-concept couture. In Khaite’s Spring/Summer 2026 campaign, the supermodel poses in striking, red-saturated images shot by Drew Vickers. The campaign delivers a minimalist yet bold statement that blurs the line between accessory and apparel.
Under dramatic red lighting, Kendall stares directly into the lens with slicked-back, centre-parted hair and barely visible bleached brows. This gives the campaign an almost futuristic edge. Her beauty look is intentionally kept down. She has soft skin, subtle lashes, and a neutral lip, allowing the styling concept to take full focus.
Kendall Jenner repurposes Khaite bag as top for brand’s spring/summer 2026 campaign
The standout moment is when Kendall repurposes a structured Khaite bag as a sculptural top. Held strategically across her torso and upper body, the oversized python embossed bag transforms into an avant-garde bodice, with its curved handle and rigid silhouette framing her upper body like armour. The styling feels daring yet controlled. It is equally editorial and architectural.
Furthermore, she pairs the statement bag top concept with sleek black leather bottoms, enhancing the sharp, modern aesthetic Khaite is known for. The monochromatic red backdrop amplifies the drama, with an ethereal glow that highlights her sharp features and the bag’s texture.
In another frame, Kendall puts on a black top with structured shoulder panels. Her hair and makeup remain the same. This again proves that the campaign’s simplicity is its power. With minimal clothing and maximum attitude, Kendall embodies Khaite’s polished yet rebellious identity. The imagery takes away any distraction and focuses on shape, form, and silhouette, and proves that a handbag, in the right hands, can become fashion’s most unexpected garment.
By transforming an accessory into the centre piece of her look, Jenner once again demonstrates why she remains a go-to muse for high fashion brands. The Khaite Spring/Summer 2026 campaign doesn’t just showcase a bag; it challenges what clothing can be.
Originally reported by Viha Shah on The Fashion Spot.
