Overview

• The Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode extended Al Ali an official invitation, marking the first inclusion of a Syrian couturier in the Paris Haute Couture Week calendar.
• Al Ali’s eponymous label, founded in 2001, evolved from regional ready-to-wear lines and unofficial Paris presentations into full couture recognition.
• Guardian of Light channels architectural motifs from Damascus, Aleppo and Palmyra with support from the Syria Craft Council to revive traditional Syrian design.
• One dress exemplifies the collection’s artisanal focus, featuring sculptural patterns hand-stitched over an estimated 300 hours.
• The debut aligns with Syria’s political transition under Ahmed al-Sharaa and eased Western sanctions, symbolizing renewed optimism for the country’s creative industries.