Ziad Nakad has always been a master of opulence, but his Fall/Winter 2025/2026 Haute Couture collection, “KANZ,” feels like a culmination of his vision—an anthology of beauty passed down like an heirloom. Presented in Paris, the collection married architectural structure with whispered romance, revealing gowns that shimmered like unearthed treasures.
The show opened with sculptural silhouettes—corseted bodices, cinched waists, and dramatic sleeves—before softening into cascades of chiffon and tulle. Fabrics alternated between weight and air, velvet against mousseline, organza against satin. This interplay captured Nakad’s ability to sculpt women as both powerful and ethereal.
Colors were regal yet poetic: deep garnet, emerald, sapphire, and antique gold, balanced with dusky pinks and smoky grays. Each look carried an aura of richness, as though it belonged to another era yet spoke directly to today’s woman of presence and strength.
Key Highlights
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Celestial embroidery scattered gowns with crystals, sequins, and metallic threads, creating constellations that caught the light with every movement.
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Treasure-like details appeared as vintage-style brooches and jewel-toned embellishments, transforming garments into wearable relics.
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Textural contrasts—sheer tulle overlays layered over heavy velvet skirts—created a dialogue between delicacy and gravity.
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Architectural tailoring emphasized structure with exaggerated hips, sharp angles, and perfectly sculpted waists.
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A bridal finale closed the show with breathtaking ceremony: a gown encrusted with crystals, flowing into a cathedral-length train, radiating majesty.
What sets Nakad apart is his talent for weaving memory into couture. Each garment felt like a story—a glimpse of heritage, a celebration of femininity, and a testament to craftsmanship. This season, he reminded Paris that couture is not just spectacle; it is a vault of culture, artistry, and the intimate legacy of beauty.
With KANZ, Ziad Nakad offered more than fashion—he offered a living treasure chest, inviting us to hold on to wonder in a world that too easily forgets.
Report Lela Christine
