TAIPEI FASHION WEEK SS26

Beyond Style: How Taiwanese Designers Are Making Waves at
Taipei Fashion Week SS26

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Six Taiwanese designers are redefining fashion as a language of thought — a collective dialogue between self, nature, and the future. From introspection to innovation, Taiwan’s new generation of designers brings emotional depth and philosophical clarity to contemporary fashion. At Taipei Fashion Week SS26, they present a body of work that transcends aesthetics, exploring identity, emotion, and the evolving relationship between humanity and its surroundings.

1. The Inner Conversation — Fashion as Self-Reflection
Yentity
“Concept: ‘Her Wedding’” — using a digital format, redefines the meaning of femininity through minimalist tailoring and architectural silhouettes, presenting a ceremony not of marriage, but of reconciliation. Through bold lines and structured silhouettes, Yentity constructs a world where strength and tenderness coexist. Rigid wool and suede are juxtaposed with light chiffon and lace, forming a layered language of resilience and grace. Each look honors the modern woman’s journey — her solitude, friendships, and unwavering devotion to selfhood.

HORSE LAI
Inspired by “The Godfather”, the SS26 collection Scarlet Shadow delves into the complex world of the Italian Mafia — where blood, loyalty, and betrayal entwine. “Scarlet Shadow” symbolizes both violence and passion, transforming into a sartorial metaphor for human duality. Shades of black and silver evoke control and silence, while red blooms like a nocturnal rose — elegant yet dangerous.

Yentity

HORSE LAI

2. Resonating with Nature — Between Climate, Body, and Emotion
WEI.TZU-YUAN
Through an exploration of elemental forces, WEI.TZU-YUAN channels the visual drama of extreme weather into form and hue — lightning yellows, stormy silvers, and sunset oranges capturing both chaos and transcendence. Within this vivid palette lies the human pursuit of balance — the courage to find light amid turbulence. The collection transforms the language of natural phenomena into a meditation on adaptation, resilience, and hope.

CHARINYEH
CHARINYEH’s SS26 collection draws inspiration from the healing philosophy of traditional Chinese medicine, particularly the principle of “strengthening qi and dispelling dampness.” Integrating the Five Elements with contemporary tailoring, the designer translates the invisible flow of energy into tactile form. Sculptural lines, embossed “meridian” textures, and organic silhouettes create garments that breathe with the wearer — not only clothing the body but harmonizing with it. The result is a dialogue between body, nature, and consciousness — an invitation to restore equilibrium through design.

WEI.TZU-YUAN

CHARINYEH

3. The Future and Nostalgia— Structure, Speed, and Time
INMORIES
INMORIES constructs a sculptural stage that merges architectural rhythm with kinetic motion. Metallic reflections and high-gloss surfaces echo the sensation of speed — a visual symphony where elegance meets acceleration. The collection’s concept, Structural Interstices, transforms fleeting moments — the gaps between movement, architecture, and perception — into wearable art. Through intricate layering and patchwork techniques, INMORIES redefines the relationship between precision and emotion, giving form to a future where elegance is found in momentum.
INFDARK
A tribute to the 1980s, INFDARK’s SS26 collection revives the era’s fearless individuality through bold geometry, structural tailoring, and Memphis-inspired prints. Referencing the coexistence of athletic, formal, and streetwear aesthetics, the collection embodies the decade’s “be yourself” spirit with multifunctional, transformative garments designed for longevity. Vibrant patterns — in optical illusions and geometric rhythms — merge nostalgia with futurism, paying homage to the designer’s childhood memories of retro interiors, architecture, and early video games.

INMORIES

INFDARK

Across their distinct visions, these six designers share a unified philosophy: fashion is no longer about decoration, but about articulation — a thoughtful exploration of how humanity, environment, and technology intertwine. At Taipei Fashion Week SS26, Taiwan’s creative force shines not merely in aesthetics, but in its emotional intelligence — weaving structure with storytelling, and philosophy with form.
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