Melke’s Collaboration With Hidden Valley Ranch Takes Inspiration From Groovy Retro Prints
Ranch dressing goes well with fashion. On Sunday, designer Emma Gage debuted her fall 2025 collection for Melke, including pieces created in collaboration with Hidden Valley Ranch.
Entitled “The Supper Club,” Gage’s New York Fashion Week presentation took inspiration from her love of potlucks, as well as her Midwestern roots — as a Minnesota native, the Melke founder felt at home working with the iconic condiment brand.
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“There’s something about ranch and the Midwest that just makes sense,” Gage told WWD via email. “To me, what makes Melke special is the blend of Minnesotan hospitality and New York grit. We have a bit of a sense of humor, while also being serious about what we do and how we affect people. In connecting with the Hidden Valley team, the quirkiness, joy and hospitality of their community really stood out to me, reminding me of my Midwestern roots.”
Melke’s Hidden Valley Ranch collaboration consists of collectible items, including cardigans, a sweater vest, a blouse and a pair of pants — emblazoned with psychedelic prints evoking the dressing’s signature bottle. In line with the sustainable brand’s approach to design, each piece is “made to last” using eco-friendly fabrics and natural dyes.
“As a designer, the ’60s and ’70s have always inspired me,” Gage said. “I’m drawn to these decades because I find the colors and prints bold and at the same time relaxing. The bubbly essence is familiar and comforting, and at Melke we focus a lot on joyful nostalgia.”
While Hidden Valley Ranch previously released a viral collaboration with Crocs, their Melke collection marks the first time the company has teamed up with a high-end label.
“Melke’s fall collection is an authentic, fun and fashionable way to express America’s love for ranch during fashion week,” added CC Ciafone, marketing director at Hidden Valley Ranch.
The Hidden Valley Ranch x Melke collection will be available to shop on hiddenvalleyranch.com, melkenyc.com and select retailers nationwide this fall. Prices range from $240 to $1,000.
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