Picture this: you’re staying in the Chateau Marmont on Sunset Boulevard in the late ‘70s wearing an ornate robe and hotel slippers as you peruse the hotel. With that in mind, you’re not far off from AMIRI’s spring/summer 2026 collection. Creating a fantasy world – in this case, a hotel – in which to place his looks, or ‘characters,’ is something founder and creative director Mike Amiri has always done… and this season is no different.
Taking place at the Carreau du Temple in Paris, the inside was transformed into the garden courtyard of Chateau AMIRI – a fountain was set in the middle of the runway, greenery climbed up the walls and lattice arches, and guests were seated in front of flora. Embracing the codes of hotel life, dressed-down suiting and dining looks, ‘The Chateau Amiri California’ monogrammed robes, and shoes based on hotel slippers and soft-back moccasins were in abundance. Even tassel key fobs and monogrammed key chains were fastened to belts, bags, and suit chest pockets – not to mention the subtle key necklaces tucked under argyle polos and striped button-ups.
Los Angeles-based artist Wes Lang worked in Room 34 of Chateau Marmont, creating a body of work inspired by American history which eventually became the foundation for Amiri’s latest collection. You can spot nods to it in the birds illustrated by Lang embroidered on double-breasted blazers, knitted cardigans, and light-wash jeans. References to the old-Hollywood iconic hotel came in the form of vintage wallpaper and upholstery patterns. At the same time, the chilled-out ‘70s silhouettes (think open shirts, slightly flared trousers, and aviator sunglasses) paid homage to Los Angeleans.
Womenswear (similarly to menswear) was relaxed in silhouette, but opulent in decoration. Floor-length knitted and crocheted gowns were embellished just enough to catch the light – but still work as a coverup on the iconic California coast – while their lace and silk counterparts were perfect for dining and late-night drinks. A new style, the ‘Honey’ bag – big enough to fit all of the essentials and more – appeared in crocodile-embossed suede and leather alongside laid-back silk suits.
Painted in a palette of jewel tones paired with pale blues, yellows, and greens, the layered prints, textures, and silhouettes worked easily together – not at all forced. Models exuded a ‘70s swagger, with each look feeling as effortless as the one before… And exactly what you’d expect to see in Chateau AMIRI’s lobby – or courtyard.
Discover the collection here.
photography. Courtesy of AMIRI
words. Amber Louise
