Montblanc Debuts Second Short Film with Wes Anderson at the Milan Fashion Week Event

Montblanc hosted an immersive celebration inspired by travel and the power of writing for the launch of their latest creative collaboration.

In the heart of Milan, Montblanc welcomed guests aboard a one-of-a-kind journey that marked the global unveiling of its new short film “Let’s Write”, continuing the Maison’s collaboration with acclaimed filmmaker Wes Anderson. Premiering globally on June 19th, “Let’s Write” builds on Anderson’s imaginative exploration of Montblanc’s world through the lens of creativity with a dose of humour, and many unexpected twists and turns.

Actors Rupert Friend, Waris Ahluwalia and Esther McGregor, who feature in the new short film, were joined at the launch by the short film’s co-director Roman Coppola. The event was also attended by Montblanc global brand ambassadors Joey King and Daniel Brühl who take part in the wider brand campaign. Additional international guests included Montblanc regional brand ambassadors Seo Kangjun, Kerem Bürsin and Alfonso Herrera, as well as friends of the brand Mew Suppasit, Cooper Koch and Manolo Caro.

The evening began at Milan’s majestic Central Station, where guests started their journey aboard the Montblanc Train taking them straight to the heart of the event: Squadra Rialzo Milano Centrale, a historical train depot. Upon arrival, guests were welcomed at Montblanc Station, an imaginary departure hall that echoed the fantastical, colourful world of the short film.

The gala dinner was set inside the train depot itself, which had been transformed into an elegant dining hall, complete with a long candlelit table flanked by vintage train carriages. After introductory words by Stephanie Radl, Montblanc Director Brand Relations and Communications, the “Let’s Write” short film by Wes Anderson was officially unveiled.

Midway through the dinner, darkness enveloped the hall as a cue for Montblanc’s first-ever fashion presentation. Models descended from the train in choreographed unison, showcasing a capsule of 16 elegant looks, with Montblanc leather jackets designed by Artistic Director Marco Tomasetta as the show’s highlight.

The leather jackets continue Tomasetta’s exploration of the desk, a space at the heart of the Montblanc universe. Since his arrival at the Maison in 2021, Tomasetta has been influenced by the richness of the Montblanc archives to explore ways in which to interpret this deeply creative setting: starting from the Montblanc desk itself, to the Writing Traveler bag that opens up to unveil a writer’s creative tools and now, the Montblanc leather jackets which embody the desk in a wearable form. Styled with leather goods from the Maison’s Spring/Summer 2026 collection, the leather jackets illustrate Tomasetta’s  vision of how people can bring writing intimately into their everyday style.

“I was deeply inspired by the Maison’s Hamburg archive that I have been closely studying for the past four years. It has pushed me to constantly think of new and original ways to bring the world of writing to closer to our customers and their heart,” says Marco Tomasetta, Montblanc Artistic Director. “This expression of Montblanc heritage is the most intimate yet, something you can carry on your body and something that literally becomes part of you.”

About Montblanc

Synonymous with excellence in craftsmanship and design, Montblanc has been pushing the boundaries of innovation ever since the Maison first revolutionized the culture of writing in 1906. Ingenuity and imagination continue to be driving forces for the Maison today as it advances its expression of fine craftsmanship across product categories: writing instruments, watches, leather goods, new technologies and accessories. Reflecting upon its ongoing mission to create fine lifetime companions born from bold ideas and expertly crafted through the skills of the Maison’s artisans, the iconic Montblanc Emblem has become the ultimate seal of performance, quality and an expression of sophisticated style. To spread the message of Inspire Writing, MONTBLANC HAUS opened its doors in 2022 in Hamburg, welcoming visitors from all over the world to discover and rediscover the power of putting pen to paper. As part of its on-going commitment to elevating and support those who strive to leave their mark, Montblanc continues to assert its encouragement of education programs around the world and initiatives that inspire people to express their full potential.

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