In her latest couture collection, Tess van Zalinge invited STOX Energy Socks into her world of craftsmanship and couture. Together, we turned technical performance into something poetic: merging function with style. By hand-sewing pearls onto the socks, she elevated an everyday essential into a symbol of elegance and strength; a quiet luxury that moved with every step.
What’s usually hidden beneath layers became the centerpiece. The result was more than an aesthetic statement; it was a dialogue between fashion and performance, between beauty and purpose. The fusion of couture and compression reminded us that true innovation lies in contrast; where power meets grace, and practicality turns into art.
Tess van Zalinge is known for her designs at the intersection of couture and ready-to-wear. Her work celebrates craftsmanship, tradition, and the power of conscious creation. Since founding her label in 2016, she has been creating designs that tell stories; about heritage, connection, and sustainability. In her hands, fashion becomes more than something to wear; it becomes something to cherish. Compression, but make it couture.