Fashion Month always brings back its regular stars, and this season, Arab models once again dominated some of the biggest shows. From Paris to Milan to London, their presence felt both familiar and fresh, with looks that stood out as highlights of the Spring/Summer 2026 runways.
Bella Hadid for Saint Laurent
Making her runway return after time away for Lyme disease treatment, Bella Hadid lit up Saint Laurent’s Paris show. She appeared in a tangerine dress with a glossy finish, exaggerated shoulders, and a cinched waist that balanced out the bold silhouette. Black hosiery, sharp pumps, and oversized square sunglasses sealed the ’80s-inspired look — a nod to Anthony Vaccarello’s collection of retro power dressing reimagined for now.
Nora Attal for Burberry
British-Moroccan model Nora Attal walked for Burberry in a metallic gold mini dress adorned with discs, paired with combat boots, oversized sunglasses, and a fringed white bag. The chunky silver jewelry added toughness, while the shine kept it playful.
Staged inside a tent in London, the show leaned into outdoor festival energy, and Attal’s look fused cowgirl toughness with sparkle — one of the collection’s strongest highlights.
Loli Bahia for Prada
French-Algerian model Loli Bahia’s Prada look played on contrasts: a sharp coat thrown over a cropped top, anchored by a vivid orange skirt trimmed with ruffles and layered with black lace.
The colors clashed and harmonized all at once, embodying the collection’s theme of filtering culture into unexpected new forms. Bahia’s confident stride turned Prada’s “juxtaposition as elegance” mantra into something striking and wearable.
Amira Alzuhair for Emporio Armani
Saudi model Amira Alzuhair brought a graceful edge to Emporio Armani in a sheer powder-blue blouse with delicate embroidery, cinched with a black belt and paired with flowing black trousers.
The look balanced lightness and structure, tying into a collection Armani described as a “return to roots” — one that played with masculine-feminine codes and evoked the fleeting impressions of travel. Alzuhair gave that vision a grounded softness that felt effortless.
Imaan Hammam for Fendi
Imaan Hammam stepped out at Fendi in a plush brown zip-front jacket paired with matching pants with sheer cut-outs along the legs.
The mix of cozy texture and sultry edge echoed Silvia Venturini Fendi’s exploration of contrast, which combined transparency with rich fabrics across the collection. Hammam’s commanding walk gave the look a bold sensuality that lingered long after she left the runway.
Imaan Hammam for Max Mara
At Max Mara, Hammam switched gears in a sleek black halter gown that skimmed her frame with statuesque elegance.
The minimalist silhouette radiated quiet power, resonating with the collection’s inspiration from Madame de Pompadour, the Queen of Rococo, whose wit and sophistication were reimagined through clean lines and subtle luxury. Hammam distilled it into pure sophistication — timeless and commanding.
Closing Thoughts
S/S 26 was proof once again that Arab models are among fashion’s most consistent forces. Bella Hadid, Nora Attal, Loli Bahia, Amira Alzuhair, and Imaan Hammam each delivered standout moments that not only captured the spirit of their shows but elevated them. They’ve long been runway regulars, but season after season, they keep proving why they’re here to stay.
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