There are collections that transcend trends because they tell a story. That was exactly what happened with Cult Gaia at the New York Fashion Week, where its founder and creative director, Jasmin Larian Hekmat, turned the runway into an emotional narrative inspired by the loss of her grandmother.
Under the name Behesht —which means “heaven” in Persian—, the designer presented a collection that explores mourning as a process of transformation. A journey that begins in darkness and ends in light, reflected through silhouettes, colors and fabrics that evolve as the show progresses.
A collection that proves fashion can also move you
Far from being limited to an aesthetic proposition, Behesht arises from an intimate experience. The collection traverses the different stages of a farewell and offers a hopeful view on the ability to transform pain into beauty.
The initial looks appeared dominated by deep tones and a more introspective imprint. Gradually, the runway brightened with lighter garments, soft colors and fabrics that conveyed a sense of freedom and rebirth.
The finale was as emotive as it was striking: as a rain of pink petals fell onto the runway, hand-painted silk gowns and dyed pieces walked to recreate the effect of delicate feathers.
The hallmarks of Cult Gaia’s Spring-Summer 2027 collection
True to the brand’s DNA, Cult Gaia returned to a making approach in which artisanal craft occupies a central place.
The main protagonists were transparency, embroidery, fabrics with movement, and a careful combination of materials that added depth and visual richness to each design.
Textures conversed with one another to create garments that were light, ethereal and feminine, while the fluid silhouettes naturally accompanied the body’s movement.
Artesanía y lujo silencioso
Since its beginnings, Cult Gaia has built an identity around pieces that function as small works of art. In this collection, that philosophy reappears through flawless finishes, handmade details and a strong appreciation for artisanal craft.
More than chasing a particular trend, the label opts for pieces designed to endure, where luxury shows through the quality of materials and the care given to every finishing touch.
Transparencies, silk and movement: the trends Cult Gaia is setting for Spring-Summer 2027
Beyond the emotional narrative, the runway confirmed several trends that will shape Spring-Summer 2027.
The transparencies continue to take center stage, though interpreted through a delicate and romantic lens.
Silk reappears as one of the season’s star fabrics, while artisanal embroidery, organic textures and fluid silhouettes consolidate an aesthetic where comfort and sophistication live in harmony.
When fashion tells stories
With Behesht, Jasmin Larian Hekmat reminded us that fashion can also be a way of narrating emotions.
Beyond the dresses and trends, the collection carried a message about memory, love and transformation. A proposal that moved audiences as much for its visual beauty as for the sensitivity with which it turned a personal experience into one of New York Fashion Week’s most memorable presentations.
