Marisa Berenson, the model, actress, and enduring style figure known for moving through fashion’s most glamorous circles, is bringing her signature bohemian elegance to Zara in a new collaboration launching June 5. The 45-piece collection, titled “Endless Summer,” extends beyond apparel into homeware and is inspired by Berenson’s own memories of carefree luxury in places such as Capri and Saint-Tropez. The line includes bikinis, sleep masks, caftans, diaphanous dresses, strappy sandals, and colorful pieces designed to capture what Berenson calls “happy glamour” and a feeling of freedom.
Berenson’s life has long been intertwined with fashion history. The granddaughter of designer Elsa Schiaparelli, she was discovered as a teenager by Vogue editor Diana Vreeland, who encouraged her to model. Her early career quickly took her from New York to Paris and into the pages of Vogue, beginning a decades-long relationship with style, photography, and high society. She went on to become one of the most recognizable faces of the 1960s and 1970s, working with legendary figures such as David Bailey and appearing in iconic fashion images that helped define the era.
Her career also extended into film, where she appeared in acclaimed works including Death in Venice, Cabaret, and Barry Lyndon. In Stanley Kubrick’s Barry Lyndon, she played Lady Lyndon, a role that cemented her as both a screen presence and a fashion muse. Berenson became a fixture among artists, designers, and cultural icons, forming friendships with Andy Warhol, Karl Lagerfeld, Yves Saint Laurent, and others who shaped the world of style and nightlife in New York and Paris.
Berenson recalls that much of her life unfolded naturally, without careful calculation. She moved between modeling, acting, and social circles with ease, often describing fashion as a form of transformation. She has said that being in front of the camera allowed her to become whoever she wanted to be, and that clothing has always been a way to express mood and identity. Her personal philosophy has leaned toward lightness, positivity, and discipline, values reinforced by Diana Vreeland’s guidance and by her own years of yoga and meditation.
Now 79, Berenson lives in Marrakesh and continues to embody a relaxed, refined glamour. She still appears occasionally on runways for designers such as Dior, Thom Browne, and Tom Ford, but spends most of her time focused on a quieter life rooted in wellness. The Zara collaboration reflects both her history and her present: a mix of vintage-inspired style, effortless dressing, and summer escape. For Berenson, caftans remain central because of their versatility and ease, moving seamlessly from beach to evening. The collection serves as a personal expression of the glamorous, free-spirited lifestyle that has defined her for decades.
