Rami Al Ali unveils Fragments in Harmony, his Spring–Summer 2026 Couture collection, as a poetic passage in which contrasts are transformed into a sensorial unity. Inspired by the philosophy of Rumi, the 13th-century Persian mystic poet for whom rupture itself holds profound beauty, the collection traces a journey of transformation and reconciliation. Fragments emerge within the silhouettes before gradually coming together, forming a luminous whole imbued with softness and near-spiritual clarity. Through his singular savoir-faire, Al Ali translates this timeless vision into a serene, feminine couture that looks resolutely toward the future.
Movement lies at the heart of the collection. Garments are designed to breathe, flow, and evolve with the body, affirming couture as a living art form. Silhouettes elongate, occasionally fragment, then recombine, evoking a quiet transcendence — an invitation to slow down, to feel, to contemplate.
The world of Fragments in Harmony is shaped by deliberate contrasts: fractured motifs and mosaic compositions, layered transparencies, and a constant dialogue between architectural precision and fluid grace. Soft overlays temper clean lines, while embroidery and seams become visible links, connecting fragments into cohesive, harmonious forms.
The color palette unfolds in luminous clarity, blending ivory, alabaster, pale pink, and soft peach, then deepening into powdered rose, warm beige, delicate blue, and sage green. Accents of gold, pearl, champagne, and lilac punctuate the silhouettes, while subtle touches of coral and amber bring warmth and vitality.
Embroidery and textile craftsmanship play a central narrative role. Motifs inspired by broken glass and mosaic patterns are reassembled through intricate embroidery combining metallic threads, beads, and crystals. Lace and organza are layered to create depth and transparency, giving the impression that pieces float, merge, and reform. Seams, intentionally left visible, celebrate assembly, repair, and the beauty of the handmade gesture.
This season Rami Al Ali collaborated with Persian composer Shora Karimi, who created an original musical composition exclusively for the show. Inspired by verses from Rumi’s Mathnawi, the music echoes the collection’s theme. Recorded using real instruments and vocalists singing the poetry, the bespoke composition enhances the narrative of the collection and transforms the show into an immersive sensory experience.
With Fragments in Harmony, Rami Al Ali presents a couture collection that celebrates the beauty of becoming whole. Contrast is embraced as a catalyst for unity, and repair as an act of creation. Through a luminous and contemporary interpretation of Rumi’s philosophy, the designer offers a vision that is both deeply symbolic and resolutely feminine — an ode to resilience, elegance, and the transformative power of light.
