22/04/2026

LYFE WEDNESDAY | APR 22, 2026

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Terrains of haute couture Ű BY VERONICA ELANKOVAN N ATURE has always been the perennial source of inspiration for fashion – this year alone has seen a plethora of runways using Mother o World Earth Day retrospective on season , reminding us that most profound beauty is rooted in physical realm

increasingly fast-paced world. In defiance against the dominant shift towards digital perfection, these runways invited tactile intimacy, positioning fashion as the last bastion of the physical world that

reminds us to breathe slow. As an homage to Earth Day today, here is a look back at the 2026 Haute Couture Spring/Summer collections, where nature was the backbone – and a favourite pick by theSun .

Earth as their canvas. The “nature” aesthetic defined the season through earth tone palettes, natural fibres such as linen and hemp, and organic textures that created a “sensory calm” in an

Schiaparelli In a muted, all-black runway, all eyes were entirely on Schiaparelli Haute Couture Spring-Summer 2026 collection by Daniel Roseberry. Inspired by elements of the earth and the Sistine Chapel, the pieces were “meant to tell, to educate”. The collection reimagines “the agony and the ecstasy” of nature, illustrated through “stingers and snake teeth” and “feathers”. In the collection, modelled after the grit of fauna, this molded bustier gown with 27 shades of blue and 65,000 kingfisher blue and black raw silk feathers does not just represent a bird, but the weight and wonder of creation itself.

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Dior “Wunderkammer”

(German: of wonders) – Dior Haute Couture Spring Summer 2026 by Christian Anderson explores the fashion house’s heritage with a surreal, inverted nature landscape. Taking inspiration from nature’s fluidity, the detail is in its craftmanship that transforms “micro into the macro”. This asymmetrical ecru long dress reawakens nature through embroideries of chiffon nasturtiums and sheer petals, presenting a narrative of harmony and tension – just like nature. Cabinet

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BEAUTY REVIEWS

Ű BY ASHIQIN AHMAD

Mentholatum lip pure The natural lip balm is formulated with food-grade ingredients and a powerful blend of four honey extracts such as propolis, manuka honey, royal jelly and natural beeswax. It gently soothes, hydrates and protects even the most sensitive lips. The natural sheer tint, derived from plant extracts, enhances the natural lip tone with a healthy glow. Lightweight and smooth, it offers buildable colour that fits effortlessly into your daily routine, whether you are going for a fresh-faced look or subtle makeup finish. Comes in non-colour range and two soft tinted balms, cherry red and strawberry pink. This lip balm retails for RM25.90 for 4g. Rating: 4/5

Sisley phyto-teint poudre libre Powered by advanced micro-emulsion technology, this loose powder provides continuous hydration while leaving the complexion smooth, comfortable and naturally radiant. The finish remains softly matte throughout the day, although those with oilier

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Chanel The Chanel Spring/Summer 2026 Haute Couture show by Matthieu Blazy takes flight with a whimsical collection that showcases movement and ... freedom. Inspired by a simple haiku about a bird perched on a mushroom, the collection glides on the body with “impossible lightness” and a poetic approach to the house’s storied archives (Chanel skinsuit). Mimicking a variety of birds – from a pink spoonbill and a crested cockatoo to the simple grey pigeon – the collection is a love letter to the air kingdom in which these majestic, sometimes frail creatures rule.

skin may find themselves reaching for touch-ups. The limited shade range is a drawback, as the current four shades fall short compared with brands offering broader inclusivity. It is also worth noting the “transparent” shade leans warm and sandy rather than truly colourless, which may be misleading for those expecting a universal match. This loose powder retails for RM470 for 12g. Rating: 3/5