Set against Shanghai’s glittering skyline, Black Queens took their spot at Hermès Resort 2026 runway.
Mary Ukech//Hermes Resort 2026
The Hermès Resort 2026 fashion show was held on June 13, 2025, in Shanghai, presenting a collection that emphasized modularity, versatility, and a blend of traditional and contemporary aesthetics.
The Hermès Resort 2026 show, staged along the cinematic North Bund Bay in Shanghai, was more than a celebration of craftsmanship, it was a subtle but powerful statement on inclusion. With the futuristic Pudong skyline shimmering in the background, the French luxury house unveiled a collection that danced between tradition and modernity, equestrian elegance and Shanghainese flair.
But beyond the luxurious silks, architectural coats, and leatherworks that paid homage to the house’s heritage, what truly turned heads was the casting; Black models walking in stride with the brand’s timeless ethos. No tokenism. No exoticism. Just unapologetic presence.
The inclusion of Black models in such a minimal yet dignified way signaled a shift. At a time when fashion’s promises of diversity are still being weighed against their runway receipts, Hermès’ Resort 2026 outing felt like a quiet step forward.
Here are the black models that walked on the Hermès Resort 2026 show
