Behind the scenes of the The Nines X Alex Cormac collaboration

The Canyon "capsule collection is not limited to a clothing collection: it is above all the result of a progressive work, where each step plays a precise role in defining the final wardrobe. Behind the summer suits, the revisited safari jackets or the high-waisted trousers, lies a development method, conceived as a true creative process between Alex Cormac and The Nines teams, embodied in particular by Erwan, one of the co-founders.

It all begins with a phase of exchange and projection, essential for defining the overall direction of the seasons to come.

By the way, we're giving you an exclusive preview of the autumn-winter 2026 capsule collection: the long-awaited return of long coats and the introduction of a denim piece in keeping with the workwear line developed this year.

This stage is also the one where existing pieces are questioned: how to improve them, how to refine certain constructions, and how to push sartorial details even further.

Step 1: inspirations, evolutions and new directions

This first phase is based on an open dialogue: Alex Cormac and Erwan exchange ideas about inspirations for upcoming seasons, as well as about the concrete adjustments to be made to existing pieces. Among the areas for improvement, several technical elements have already been revised: Neapolitan cuffs, martingale systems, and the introduction of an action back on the safari jackets.

The main challenge is clear: to offer pieces with highly refined finishes, while maintaining consistent and accessible pricing. At the same time, new stylistic directions are being explored, particularly on garments new to the brand or items rarely offered in men's ready-to-wear, in order to enrich the wardrobe with unprecedented proposals.

Another essential aspect of this phase lies in community involvement. Regularly consulted, the community helps to guide certain choices of pieces, reinforcing the idea of a wardrobe conceived collectively, in direct connection with the real expectations of customers.

Steps 2 and 3: morphologies, materials and prototyping

Once the directions have been validated, the work enters a much more technical phase. One of the major assets of this development lies in the diversity of body types used for fittings. Indeed, Erwan and Alex have two very different silhouettes, making it possible to adjust volumes with precision and to anticipate the final result across a variety of profiles. This step is essential to guarantee the accuracy of the cuts and the overall coherence of the wardrobe.

In parallel, a significant fabric selection process is undertaken. Fabrics, textures, weights and drapes are studied in order to find the right balance. Each material is considered according to its final use: a summer suit, a lightweight safari jacket or structured trousers do not meet the same requirements.

Next comes the prototyping phase, which is particularly demanding. Each piece goes through an average of 4 to 5 prototypes before reaching its final version. This process allows for adjusting details, correcting volumes and refining finishes: it is in this step that creative intentions truly take shape.

Steps 4 and 5: finalisation and narrative construction

Once the prototypes have been validated, the collection enters its finalisation phase. The definitive pieces are received, checked and adjusted one last time if necessary.

But the construction of the collection does not stop there. An equally important step follows: the shoot and the writing of the narrative. This phase is initiated by Alex Cormac, then reviewed and validated with Erwan to ensure coherence between the creative intention and its narrative presentation. The objective is to give the collection a true depth, by telling its story, its inspirations and its evolution.

A method in service of an evolving wardrobe

This multi-step process is what sets the The Nines X Alex Cormac collaboration apart: nothing is left to chance, from the initial idea to the final shoot.

This approach also explains the richness of the proposed wardrobe. Between workwear heritage, sartorial inspirations and more contemporary explorations, the collection is part of a constant dynamic of evolution. It is already preparing future seasons, while consolidating a strong identity, nourished by technique, exchange and experimentation.

To discover the full collection and its universe, head here:

https://www.ninesparis.com/1018-the-nines-x-cormac

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