The Inaugural Chapter of the RE-Universe

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The CATACLYST collection marks the beginning of HENDRIK VERMEULEN’s RE-Universe: The 5 Pillars of RE-amalgamation — an ode to the relentless cycles of life, the destructive yet transformative forces that shape existence.

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Unveiled at Mode Suisse & Friends in the Kunsthaus Zurich on 1 September 2025, the collection comprises 12 powerful looks, each handmade in Valais, Switzerland. From original fabric prints and intricate embroidery design, to corsetry, draping, hand-dyeing and embellishment, every detail reflects the couturier’s signature fusion of storytelling and craftsmanship.

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The designs draw inspiration from volcanic eruptions, cosmic explosions, and the lingering smoke of ash, finding unexpected beauty in destruction as the essential prelude to rebirth.

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CATACLYST also embraces inclusivity. In collaboration with the ADAPT project by Mode Suisse and the Swiss Paraplegic Foundation, two of the looks were modelled by wheelchair users, underlining Vermeulen’s conviction that couture can be both artistic and accessible.

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Through CATACLYST, HENDRIK VERMEULEN reaffirms his vision of couture as timeless, inclusive, and deeply artisanal.