Yamal

WAAD ALOQAILI COUTURE SPRING/SUMMER 2026

The Rhythm of the Sea

Yamal unfolds as a dialogue between the sea and the soul, rooted in Saudi Arabia’s maritime legacy.
Drawn from the chant “Ya Mal” — once used by pearl divers to unify effort and endurance — the collection transforms a rhythm of survival into a contemporary couture language of resilience and belonging.

The collection traces the diver’s journey from shore to depth, and back to light. Silhouettes move with controlled fluidity: chiffons and liquid satins balanced by sculpted corsetry, nacre elements, and shell-inspired forms, where softness and strength exist in deliberate tension.

The palette mirrors this progression — pearlescent ivory, luminous sea blues, deep oceanic tones, and warm sandy hues — reflecting the shifting light beneath the surface.

At its core, Yamal treats craftsmanship as architecture. Hand-embroidered pearls and crystals, mother-of-pearl, and laser-cut shell motifs bridge tradition with innovation, guided by precision and restraint.

More than a collection, Yamal is a continuum — a reflection of Saudi identity in motion, where heritage evolves through intention and craftsmanship becomes continuity.