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Zuhair Murad’s 2026 couture collection delivers a vision of optimism through Renaissance-inspired embellishment, pastel palettes, and sculpted hourglass silhouettes that celebrate femininity and craftsmanship.
By the Editorial Staff
latest couture presentation, Zuhair Murad embraced beauty as resistance. Acknowledging global uncertainty, the Beirut-based designer turned to history, specifically the Renaissance and the postwar 1950s, to craft a collection rooted in reassurance, art, and femininity.
The influence of Christian Dior’s New Look was evident in the recurring hourglass silhouette. Corsets sharply defined the waist, while structured skirts and pannier-like volumes emphasized the hips. The result was sculptural yet celebratory, dramatic without tipping into costume.
Fabric choice reinforced the architectural narrative. Duchesse satin and mikado created structured forms, while chiffon softened the lines with fluid movement. Murad’s signature embroidery shimmered throughout, inspired by Renaissance frescoes and gilded interiors, executed in metallic threads, chains, and pearls.
The color palette resembled a macaron box of pale pink, aqua, sage, and champagne, evoking the sfumato softness of Renaissance painting. Gunmetal provided subtle contrast, while bows, florals, and short capes framed certain looks like museum masterpieces.
Ultimately, Zuhair Murad Couture 2026 stands as a symbolic celebration of femininity and artisanal craft, an opulent statement of hope expressed through fashion.
This article is an original editorial analysis produced by [DIBA magazine]
Research and references are used for contextual accuracy.