Baby blue is the new red: Ferrari unveils capsule with Charles Leclerc

Ferrari made an early appearance in Monte Carlo—but not on the racetrack. On May 21, just days before the May 25 Grand Prix, the Prancing Horse brand transformed Monaco’s Fairmont Hotel in shades of baby blue and unveiled an exclusive capsule co-created by creative director Rocco Iannone and rising Formula 1 star Charles Leclerc.

On the afternoon of May 21, beneath a sky painted in countless shades of blue, which reflected both the turquoise of Nikki Beach’s pool and the deep tones of the Mediterranean Sea, Ferrari revealed the limited-edition “Ferrari for Charles Leclerc” capsule. Dancers showcased the collection in a high-impact performance that embodied movement and energy.

“This dynamism perfectly aligns with Ferrari’s spirit and the essence of this capsule. We wanted to inspire joy and playfulness,” Iannone told FashionNetwork.com at the event.

This sense of freshness and authenticity also emerged through the chromatic harmony of the set, which centered entirely around baby blue—the signature color of the capsule and Leclerc’s personal favorite. Ferrari covered the presentation space with its visual identity, from the poolside runway to lounge seating, daybeds, and umbrellas, all reflecting the capsule’s hues.

In collaboration with Iannone, Leclerc translated his personal off-track style into garments and accessories that reflect his daily life—from travel to leisure.

“Authenticity was essential for me. I wanted something that felt true to who I am and how I live. I travel nearly every day for races, and I always carry my jewelry, watches, helmet—and, of course, my clothes,” Leclerc explained. The capsule includes around 30 men’s and women’s looks, alongside a garment trunk, helmet case, and jewelry box.

“This is the first time Ferrari has created trunks. They’re fully handcrafted in leather and lined with jacquard silk-like fabric, decorated with houndstooth patterns and our signature Prancing Horse symbols. Each piece is made to order, and the wait time reflects the craftsmanship behind them,” Iannone noted.

Key pieces include racing-inspired sweatshirts and T-shirts, cotton parkas and pants with oversized carry-all straps, driver suits, and knitwear made with technical yarns. Ferrari enhanced these pieces with dimensional textures and embossed detailing. Some items feature the reversed initial “L” for Leclerc’s surname. The denim offering includes light-wash styles and uniquely dyed pieces featuring irregular color patterns created through immersion dyeing. 

“I’ve always loved fashion and design. Ten years ago, before I made it to Formula 1, I even started working on my own collection, but I had to put it aside. Now, with Rocco and the team, we’ve finally made it happen,” said Leclerc. The project represents an evolution of the Ferrari Cabinet concept, which first appeared with the Spring/Summer 2025 collection. This concept blends precision design with the emotional use of color, innovative materials, and refined detailing.

“I’m a very curious person. I love experimenting with new styles and silhouettes. I tend to favor looser cuts. Ten years ago, I wore super skinny jeans—but not anymore.” The capsule also includes a special tribute to Leo, Leclerc’s beloved dachshund.

“I love sweatshirts—they’re comfortable and make me feel ‘protected.’ I wanted Leo to have one too, so we added it to the collection,” concluded the young Ferrari driver with his signature sweet and genuine smile.

The collection also features accessories ranging from driver gloves to sunglasses marked with the Prancing Horse emblem, as well as baseball caps and hybrid sneakers with double hiking-style lacing. Ferrari rounded out the offer with a reinterpreted version of the Nello The Ferrari Tool Case bag, which uses the same materials and details as the travel trunks. The bag’s shape takes inspiration from mechanic toolboxes and features metal bolts and fringes reminiscent of the horse’s mane.

Ferrari will sell the capsule in a limited run, at accessible luxury prices, via its online store and in boutiques located in Maranello, Milan, Rome, and Miami. The brand also opened a new pop-up shop inside the Fairmont Hotel on May 21, which will remain open for one year. Covering approximately 90 square meters, the space features a unique design concept and houses Ferrari’s fashion and lifestyle collections, including licensed lines, collectibles, and limited-edition products.