The Ancuța Sarca SS25 collection showcased a masterful blend of corporate monotony (that we partly love and despise as a society) and the rampant rebellion of the 1960s. Equal parts futuristic and retro, it cements this designers reputation for merging eras and aesthetics in ways that feel both fresh and provocatively unexpected. It’s as if the beige, buttoned-up world of corporate hustle met the carefree, electric energy of the ’60s—and this clash is exactly where SS25 thrives.
Inspired by two seemingly polar opposite realms: the subdued greys and blacks of office life and the bold, untamed energy of the ’60s, Sarca reflects on the everyday, boring aesthetics of office culture—dark suits, monochrome athleisure, and practical footwear like Crocs and Clarks Wallabees—through her distinctive lens. But it’s not just a corporate takeover. Into this minimalist foundation, she injects the untamed, animalistic spirit of the ’60s, creating a powerful juxtaposition that sparks curiosity and excitement.
Animal prints make a fierce return, splashed across pieces that simultaneously feel both utilitarian and rebellious. Think oversized leopard print boots paired with sportswear stripes, or Sarca’s signature up-cycled snakeskin high-heel pumps reworked with a masculine shirt collar. There’s a seamless synergy between the practicality of sportswear and the raw, untamed expression of the ’60s, with each piece embracing duality: soft, wearable, and familiar, yet edgy and daringly experimental.
Sarca also introduces new menswear styles that bring forward cycling and sportswear influences. She reimagines traditionally masculine silhouettes, transforming loafers into velcro-fastened hybrids, blending performance wear with her signature cutting-edge style. This menswear offering echoes the same energy seen in her womenswear—blurring the boundaries between gender, function, and form.
At the heart of SS25 are two standout partnerships with iconic footwear brands Crocs and Clarks, which take the collection’s theme of juxtaposition to new heights. Sarca’s collaboration with Clarks is a brilliant reworking of the brand’s iconic Wallabees, upcycling deadstock shoes into bold, new designs. This partnership not only underscores the collection’s sustainability message but also adds an unexpected twist to a classic silhouette. The Crocs collaboration is equally as groundbreaking – especially to us avid Croc lovers. Sarca deconstructs the classic Crocs clog, merging it with elements from trainers and loafers, creating hybrid designs that provide both style and practicality. Her use of electrostatic flocking techniques adds unique textures, giving each pair a bold, avant-garde feel. Crocs have never looked so edgy—and yet, their comfort remains intact, a key part of Sarca’s design ethos.
Ultimately, Ancuța Sarca’s SS25 collection offers a fresh, rebellious take on fashion, seamlessly blending corporate minimalism with ’60s vitality. It’s wearable yet bold, rooted in practicality yet forward-thinking. Whether through her deconstructed Crocs or her up-cycled Clarks Wallabees, Sarca once again proves that she can transform even the most mundane into something revolutionary. SS25 is the sartorial rebellion we didn’t know we needed, wrapped up in a package that is just as thought-provoking as it is trendsetting.
Check out Ancuța Sarca‘s previous collection here.