In Berlin, fashion is not merely a consumer good, but a statement of one’s identity. A special highlight awaits you this month in the heart of the city, where the boundaries between art, design, and the harsh reality of the street blur. We take a look at an exhibition that is shaking up the status quo of the industry.
The future of Berlin fashion at PLATTE.Berlin
When you think of Berlin’s club scene, one name comes to mind: Sven Marquardt. But the man who normally guards the doors of Berghain has long since established himself as a renowned photographer and curator. For the NEXT GEN project, he has teamed up with a jury of experts to showcase his vision of a modern fashion world. The venue is PLATTE.Berlin — host of the “NEXT GEN Pop-Up & Exhibition” from January 30 to February 14, 2026, as part of Berlin Fashion Week (AW26) and a place known for promoting local talent and combining sustainability and style.
The NEXT GEN Pop-Up Exhibition is much more than a classic showroom. It is a walk-in installation that showcases the identity of six selected designer labels. Visionary brands such as AMIKE STUDIO, STUDIO ZEINA, ASTERISK, Haseman.n, LUE STUDIO, and Timo Kurz are participating. Each of these labels stands for its own unique approach – from avant-garde cuts to bold messages that are rarely seen on the catwalks of Paris or Milan.
The interplay between visual art and craftsmanship is particularly exciting. Some of the designs hang from chains suspended from the ceiling or are presented in glass cases like relics of a new era. The aim is not just to see fashion, but to experience it as an interactive interface. The rawness of the emotions that Sven Marquardt infuses into his work can be felt in every corner of PLATTE. So if you’re in the mood for a good dose of inspiration and want to see what’s really going on in the neighborhood in terms of fashion, you should definitely stop by. This is Berlin in its purest, most creative form—unvarnished, loud, and damn stylish.
Photo: @platte.berlin
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You might also be interested in visiting the surrounding galleries in Mitte while you’re in the area. Another insider tip is to stop by one of the nearby Spätis after visiting the exhibition to soak up the Berlin atmosphere.
Practical information
📍PLATTE.Berlin, Memhardstraße 8, 10178 Berlin
📅 January 30 to February 14
⏰ Monday to Saturday, 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
💸 Admission to the exhibition is free