ELIE SAAB presented its Autumn-Winter 2026 Haute Couture collection, La Nouvelle Cour, at a salon privé in Paris today, revealing a vision of modern royalty marked by unapologetic femininity and sculptural glamour.
The show opened with a striking tableau: newcomers entered the space draped in silk and pearls, setting the tone for a collection that merges elegance with attitude. Described by the house as a “sumptuous playground for the modern queen,” the collection redefines couture for women who lead on their own terms.
Opulence took centre stage in both construction and styling. French corsetterie, traditionally associated with restraint, was reimagined as a confident symbol of power and sensuality. Corsets appeared ribbed in ebony velvet, sculpted in metallic textures, or paired with lace detailing, each iteration designed to celebrate the female form.
Voluminous silhouettes dominated the runway, with moiré sheaths draped to either cinch the waist or offer revealing glimpses of skin. The palette ranged from soft macaron shades—nude, rose pink, mint, and water blue—to deeper notes of imperial black and gold. Bold floral motifs were a recurring feature, rendered in both print and brocade, introducing a sense of romantic energy throughout the collection.
Bows were a unifying element, either intricately beaded onto chiffon or featured as oversized accents on feathered gowns. Floor-length velvet capes added drama to eveningwear, while couture accessories, including a new range of bags, extended the house’s signature craftsmanship beyond clothing.
The presentation concluded with a dramatic bridal look: a full-length gown embroidered with moonlit floral motifs and crowned with a shimmering pearl-toned overskirt. The bride embodied the show’s central theme: a woman of strength, allure, and presence.
Regal without rigidity, La Nouvelle Cour balances refinement and rebellion. With this collection, ELIE SAAB continues to position itself at the forefront of haute couture, offering clients designs that are both meticulously crafted and unmistakably modern.
