Shade: Collina Strada’s Masterclass in Duality

Collina Strada never disappoints, and Spring/Summer 2026 was proof once again that Hillary Taymour knows how to capture an audience’s imagination. Staged on a helipad at the southernmost tip of Manhattan, with the East River sparkling below and golden-hour light draping the skyline, the show unfolded as a love letter to creativity, sustainability, and unapologetic self-expression.

The collection, aptly titled “Shade,” explored the duality of light and dark. Each look came in two versions: one in dreamy pastels, the other in deep black, echoing Carl Jung’s “shadow self” and the cinematic tones of a New York sunset. This clever play on opposites gave the Collina Strada customer even more “wonderfulness” to shop, from ethereal gowns to edgy, street-smart separates.

True to the brand’s ethos, sustainability was woven into every seam. Deadstock fabrics and upcycled textiles were transformed into striking silhouettes, proof that environmental responsibility and high fashion can share the same runway. The details were equally irresistible: hair-crafted hats, Converse x Collina Strada high-tops, and luxe tailoring with a rebellious wink.

Collina Strada’s Spring 2026 collection is not just clothing, it is an invitation to dress with meaning. Whether you lean toward the light or embrace your inner shadow, there is a piece waiting to become part of your story.

Why wait? Step into “Shade,” shop the collection, and wear a slice of one of fashion’s most captivating visions.