For Spring/Summer 2026, Niù embarks on a vivid new journey—this time deep into the heart of Malaysia. Known for its lush biodiversity and multicultural vibrancy, the Southeast Asian country becomes the living, breathing muse behind Niù’s latest womenswear collection, aptly titled Scenes of Malaysia. More than just clothing, this is a wearable travelogue that captures a nation’s soul through texture, silhouette, and storytelling.
Founded in Udine in 1999 by siblings Serena and Bruno Cibischino, Niù has always stood at the crossroads of cultural curiosity and sartorial simplicity. With “Niù” meaning “nest” in Friulian—a symbol of home and belonging—and a homonym for “new” in English, the brand has long promised clothing that feels both grounded and refreshingly original.
True to form, the SS26 collection takes that ethos global once again, marrying the modern and the ancestral in a sartorial tribute to Malaysia’s rich contrasts.
The collection draws inspiration from two emblematic regions: Penang and Sarawak. On one end, Penang pulses with urban energy—bright, fast, and cosmopolitan.
On the other, Sarawak is quieter, steeped in the timeless rhythm of the rainforest. These dualities—city and nature, architecture and jungle, noise and silence—form the structural and emotional blueprint of the line.
Design-wise, Scenes of Malaysia unfolds through two distinct but interconnected feminine archetypes. One is worldly, metropolitan, and connected—a woman of now. The other is nomadic and introspective, drawn to stillness, texture, and authenticity. Yet both silhouettes share a fluidity and openness, reflecting a modern femininity that resists being boxed in.
Materials tell the story with subtle sophistication. Expect breezy seersucker cottons, tactile washed silks, and technical jerseys rendered in softly structured volumes. Hand embroidery evokes traditional Malaysian craftsmanship, while grosgrain ribbons and long-stitch details add rhythm and structure to an otherwise weightless collection. Earthy neutrals and misty pastels dominate the palette, echoing jungle canopies and urban sunsets alike.
There’s a marked sense of lightness throughout—the kind of summer ease that transcends borders and schedules. Niù debuts its first-ever beachwear line in SS26, offering looks that glide effortlessly from poolside daydreams to slow, sun-drenched evenings. Accessories—many handcrafted—punctuate the collection with tactile, storied details that beg to be touched.
Motifs nod to Malaysian cultural staples: tribal-inspired patterns, sarong skirts reimagined for city life, knotted sashes, and flowing textiles that mimic the ease of traditional dress. These are not costume pieces, but rather modern garments that honor heritage while feeling utterly wearable for the contemporary woman.
Ultimately, Scenes of Malaysia feels like an invitation—not just to dress differently, but to live more consciously. It’s fashion as dialogue, as memory, as travel.
After 25 years of telling global stories through clothing, Niù’s SS26 collection may be its most poetic yet. Whether you’re wandering the humid streets of New York or lounging on a quiet beach in Borneo, Scenes of Malaysia reminds us that true style always has a passport—and a point of view.
