For Spring 2026, Nour Muhtaseb presented a couture collection that married architectural grandeur with a deep cultural sensibility, celebrating both strength and refined femininity. The show took place during Paris Haute Couture Week at the prestigious Maison de l’Amérique latine in Paris, a setting befitting the intricate craftsmanship and artistry on display.
Titled Layali — which evokes the poetic rhythms of night and memory — the collection drew inspiration from the majestic architecture of the Middle East and the resilient spirit of the women within those landscapes. Bold color narratives dominated the runway, with rich reds, verdant greens, deep blues, purples, and opulent gold woven together in a striking palette that felt both timeless and modern.
Muhtaseb’s silhouettes fused fluid drapery with structural precision, layering ethereal textiles like silk, chiffon, and tulle with meticulous hand‑beadwork and embroidery. Gowns flowed with graceful ease, yet each carried a sculptural weight — a testament to the designer’s knack for balancing softness with strength. The craftsmanship spoke to haute couture’s essence: couture as art, narrative, and emotional expression.
The collection’s references to heritage, resilience, and refined beauty resonated deeply within the broader context of the couture season, which emphasized both technical mastery and personal storytelling. In Layali, Muhtaseb carved out a distinct voice — one rooted in cultural pride and elevated through couture’s highest ideals.
