Amir Taghi’s runway debut was a refreshing close to New York Fashion Week 2025, offering a moment of calm amid the usual high-energy chaos. Held at the Hunter Dunbar Gallery in Chelsea, the intimate presentation marked a new chapter for the Houston-born, Iranian-American designer, blending heritage, craftsmanship, and modern femininity with Texan flair.
After years of releasing beautifully crafted lookbooks, Amir Taghi decided it was finally time to bring his vision to life on the runway. “We’ve been asking ourselves, ‘Is it the right time to do a show?’” he shared. “This season, it felt right because we could finally invite our community — the people who’ve been with us since the beginning.”
That loyal community — many of them clients who have supported Taghi’s journey since 2020 — arrived in style, dressed in Amir Taghi couture and ready to celebrate a designer whose work marries Iranian artistry with American sophistication.
For his Spring 2026 collection, Taghi drew inspiration from the headscarves traditionally worn by women in Iran — a garment with complex symbolism. While he opposes the mandate behind them, he sees beauty in how Iranian women have turned scarves into a form of self-expression. This idea unfolded beautifully on the runway: a black-and-white scarf-hem dress appeared to float, while a vibrant silk scarf wrapped elegantly over trousers beneath a peplumed Napa leather jacket.
Tailoring — a key element of Taghi’s DNA — appeared in structured bar jackets, elongated blazers, and sharp black suiting. His love for menswear stems from childhood memories of his uncles’ Houston menswear boutique, founded in the 1980s when Armani, Versace, and Zegna reigned supreme. “Growing up around that environment, I’ve always loved tailoring,” he said.
Taghi’s Iranian heritage also informed his visual language. The collection referenced Frank Stella’s “Firuzabad III”, inspired by Islamic geometry, alongside architectural influences from Iran’s Pearl Palace and other Brutalist designs. These motifs appeared in a palette of purples, blues, beiges, and soft yellows, rendered into silk separates and jacquard dresses that shimmered subtly under the gallery lights.
Not everything was soft, however. Taghi’s “denim” looks — actually made from textured wool — gave a nod to Americana with gold buttons and a hint of military precision. Then came the showstopper: a gold bullion lace gown, hand-embellished with sequins, beads, and crystals — glamorous yet grounded in meticulous craftsmanship.
Taghi describes his woman as confident, elegant, and real. “She wants to be seen, but she also lives in these clothes — from day to night,” he explained. His designs embody a lifestyle that bridges cultures and continents, where Texas boldness meets Iranian grace.
After the show, Taghi hosted a private shopping event for his clientele, where the crystal-embellished cropped jacket and slim trousers — inspired by his Texas roots — became instant favorites. “There’s always a bit of Texas in what I do,” he laughed. “I love to push the envelope — to take something a little flashy and make it incredibly chic.”
With his Spring 2026 collection, Amir Taghi has officially positioned himself as one of New York Fashion Week’s most exciting emerging talents — a designer who merges cultural storytelling, architectural influence, and a couture-level attention to detail. His debut wasn’t just a show; it was a celebration of identity, artistry, and evolution.
Amir Taghi’s Spring 2026 collection
