Sandy Liang’s Resort 2026 collection arrives like a playful breeze in New York’s fashion scene—a reminder that joy, memory, and personal storytelling still have a place in modern wardrobes. Even amid the backdrop of industry challenges such as rising tariffs, Liang stays true to her creative compass, delivering a lookbook that feels equal parts nostalgic and refreshingly wearable.

This season, Liang reaches into the unexpected: a Fresh Prince of Bel-Air episode featuring Will Smith in a sunflower costume becomes the unlikely seed for her sunflower-inspired pieces. The result? Clever balaclavas designed with ponytail holes—quirky, fun, but surprisingly functional—paired with sleek technical spandex jumpsuits that balance novelty with ease.

Beneath these Instagram-ready showpieces lies the true strength of the collection: elevated, thoughtful basics. Oversized polos with contrasting built-in sleeves offer the layered look without the weight; baby tees are secretly crafted with integrated bikini bras, allowing freedom from traditional undergarments. Liang’s beloved matching sets return softer and cozier than ever, embracing comfort as the season’s quiet luxury.

One standout during market week was an oversized sweater—destined to become a favorite—with an adjustable elastic waistband. It cinches perfectly to flatter petite frames, transforming into a two-piece illusion without the hassle. "We all tuck our sweaters anyway," Liang notes, revealing her intuitive grasp of how her customers truly live and dress.

Motherhood continues to tenderly weave its way into her designs. Liang’s son, Rainer, freshly turned one, finds his likeness sketched onto the backs of tees—his sweet toddler face becoming part of the brand’s DNA. A charming kitten-print cardigan-and-skirt set in washed blue fabric echoes his own tiny wardrobe, reimagined for grown-up fans of Liang’s offbeat cool.

The collection as a whole feels like an intimate scrapbook: clever, personal, quietly humorous. It embraces the messy, joyful realities of life—be it the memory of sitcom reruns or the everyday joy of dressing a child—and turns them into pieces that are as thoughtful as they are covetable.

For Resort 2026, Sandy Liang doesn't just design clothes. She designs little stories you can wear.