Taller Marmo Kaftan Guide 2026: All 16 Styles Compared
A Taller Marmo kaftan is an Italian-made evening kaftan from the Milan and Dubai label founded in 2013 by Riccardo Audisio and Yago Goicoechea. The Fall 2026 collection offers 16 kaftan styles, short and floor-length, in crepe cady, satin, velvet, sequins, fil coupe and metallic organza, priced $1,380 to $4,390 at Coveti.
The kaftan is where this house began. Audisio and Goicoechea met as students at the Istituto Marangoni in Milan and launched in Dubai with fluid kaftans drawn from 1960s and 1970s jet-set dressing. Thirteen years on, the kaftan is still the centre of the collection, and Fall 2026 pushes it towards the 1920s: Poiret cocoon shapes, film-noir sequins and a little Las Vegas glitter. This guide walks through every kaftan in the new drop so you can choose by length, fabric, fit and occasion. For the wider collection, see our Taller Marmo Fall 2026 guide, and for the story of the label, who is Taller Marmo.
What makes a Taller Marmo kaftan different from other designer kaftans?
The difference is construction: these are cut as evening dresses that happen to be kaftans, with scarf necklines, fringe, feathers and slips built into the design.
Most designer kaftans are resort pieces, loose and unstructured. Taller Marmo treats the shape as eveningwear. A typical style has a high scarf neckline that frames the face, a controlled slit that shows the leg, and a fabric with real weight so the volume falls in clean lines instead of billowing. Every piece is made in Italy, and the fil coupe and metallic organza are woven in Como. That is why a Taller Marmo kaftan sits comfortably at a black-tie dinner, a wedding and a gala, as well as a terrace in Dubai.
The house signatures are worth knowing by name. The Mrs Ross Kaftan has been a classic since 2019, framed by more than seven metres of fluid fringe. The Mila Kaftan has sixty working buttons along the neckline. The OOO Kaftan, named for Out Of Office, is the house answer to holiday dressing that still looks serious after dark.
Which Taller Marmo kaftans are in the Fall 2026 collection?
Sixteen kaftan styles, several in two colours, from the $1,380 California Kaftan to the $4,390 Kintsugi Kaftan.
The table below lists each one with its length, fabric, fit and Coveti price. Lengths follow the product descriptions; the Maar Kaftan description does not state a length, so we have left it blank.
| Kaftan | Colours | Length | Fabric | Fit | Detail | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| California Kaftan | Juniper, midnight blue | Short, high-low | Crepe cady | One size | Fringed scarf neck | $1,380 |
| California Satin Kaftan | Antique bronze | Short, high-low | Double viscose satin | One size | Fringed scarf neck | $1,530 |
| Barths Kaftan | Juniper, midnight blue | Floor-length | Crepe cady | One size | Cold shoulder, sleeve slits | $1,530 |
| OOO Kaftan | Emerald green, midnight blue | Floor-length | Crepe cady | One size | Plunging neck, front slit | $1,690 |
| 1910 Kaftan | Black | Floor-length | Crepe cady | One size | Poiret cocoon, front slit | $2,010 |
| Mrs Ross Kaftan | Midnight blue, emerald green | Ankle-length | Crepe cady | One size | Seven metres of fringe | $2,170 |
| Maar Kaftan | Juniper | Not stated | Crepe cady | One size | Asymmetric cold shoulder, fringe | $2,170 |
| Dallas Kaftan | Antique gold | Short, high-low | Metallic organza | One size | Fringed scarf neck | $2,170 |
| Denver Kaftan | Midnight blue | Short, high-low | Lurex fil coupe | Sized | Long side panels | $2,170 |
| 1910 Satin Kaftan | Antique bronze | Floor-length | Double viscose satin | One size | Poiret cocoon, front slit | $2,330 |
| Mila Satin Kaftan | Midnight blue | Maxi | Double viscose satin | One size | Sixty working buttons | $2,330 |
| Sphinx Kaftan | Midnight blue, antique gold | Floor-length | Metallic organza over crepe cady slip | Sized | Sheer high neck | $2,720 |
| Sza Sza Fantasma Kaftan | Black | Floor-length | Metallic organza over crepe cady slip | Sized | Halter neck, choker ties | $2,720 |
| Firefly Kaftan | Multicolour | Floor-length | Sequins on tulle | One size | Matching belt | $3,760 |
| Velvet Vegas Kaftan | Midnight blue | Short | Viscose and silk velvet | Sized | Ostrich-feather hem | $4,230 |
| Kintsugi Kaftan | Black gold | Floor-length | Silk fil coupe with gold lurex | Sized | Detached slip, belt | $4,390 |
You can shop all of them, alongside other labels, in our designer kaftan edit.
Short kaftan vs floor-length kaftan: which should you choose?
Choose short for cocktail hour and dancing, floor-length for black tie, galas and formal weddings.
The short kaftans in this collection share one clever shape: an asymmetric high-low hem with two different sleeve lengths. The California Kaftan in midnight blue shows the legs as you walk while the longer back moves behind you, and the scarf neckline is trimmed with fringe. The same cut comes in antique bronze satin as the California Satin Kaftan, and in sheer antique gold metallic organza as the Dallas Kaftan. The Denver Kaftan swaps fringe for long flowing side panels in a three-dimensional lurex fil coupe.
The Velvet Vegas Kaftan is the outlier. It is short and rounded, in midnight blue viscose and silk velvet, with a high neck and a deep band of ostrich-feather boa at the hem. It reads as cocktail dressing with a seventies Las Vegas wink, and it is the warmest short kaftan in the drop.
The floor-length kaftans do the heavier lifting. The OOO Kaftan in emerald green pairs generous volume with a plunging neck held in place by a high collar. The 1910 Kaftan in black borrows Paul Poiret’s cocoon shape, with a scarf-like high neck opening into a plunging V. The Barths Kaftan uses a cold shoulder and sleeve slits to show the arms through a long, flowing line.
Which fabric should you choose: crepe cady, satin, velvet, sequins, fil coupe and organza compared
Crepe cady is the everyday house fabric; satin and velvet bring shine and warmth; sequins, fil coupe and organza are the formal end.
- Crepe cady (78% acetate, 22% viscose) is the backbone of the collection. It has weight, drapes softly and holds a clean line, which is why the Mrs Ross, OOO, Barths, 1910 and California kaftans are cut in it. It is the most versatile choice and the easiest to wear across seasons.
- Double viscose satin (62% acetate, 38% viscose) has a liquid finish that catches light. The Mila Satin Kaftan and the 1910 Satin Kaftan use it to give a familiar shape more glamour.
- Velvet (82% viscose, 18% silk) appears only on the Velvet Vegas Kaftan. It is the one to reach for in winter.
- Sequins on tulle cover the Firefly Kaftan, a floor-length piece in iridescent three-dimensional sequins that stays light and slightly translucent. A matching belt marks the waist so the volume does not swamp the frame.
- Silk fil coupe, woven in Como, gives the Kintsugi Kaftan its opaque gold lurex motif on a sheer black ground, inspired by the Japanese art of mending with gold. A detached slip dress gives coverage.
- Metallic organza, also woven in Como, makes the sheer floor-length layers of the Sphinx Kaftan and the Sza Sza Fantasma Kaftan. Both float over a stretch crepe cady slip, so you get transparency with structure.
All Taller Marmo pieces are professional dry clean only, whatever the fabric.
Are Taller Marmo kaftans one size?
Most are one size, which the brand says comfortably fits between an Italian 36 and an Italian 48; the layered, sheer and embellished styles come in sizes.
Eleven of the sixteen Fall 2026 kaftans are one size: California, California Satin, Barths, OOO, 1910, 1910 Satin, Mrs Ross, Maar, Dallas, Mila Satin and Firefly. These rely on volume, slits and scarf necklines, so the cut works across a wide range of frames. The five sized styles are the Denver, Sphinx, Sza Sza Fantasma, Velvet Vegas and Kintsugi kaftans, where a fitted slip, a high neck and a set shoulder line need a closer fit.
For sized pieces, the brand cuts Italian sizes and says they fit true to size. Coveti lists them in UK sizes:
| Italian | UK | US (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| IT 36 | UK 4 | US 0 |
| IT 38 | UK 6 | US 2 |
| IT 40 | UK 8 | US 4 |
| IT 42 | UK 10 | US 6 |
| IT 44 | UK 12 | US 8 |
| IT 46 | UK 14 | US 10 |
| IT 48 | UK 16 | US 12 |
Models on the brand site are 173 to 180 cm and wear an Italian 38, and one size in kaftans. Our Taller Marmo size guide goes into more detail.
Fringe and feathers: which detail suits you?
Fringe gives constant movement and suits dancing; feathers give softness and suit a seated dinner and a red carpet.
Fringe is the older house language. On the Mrs Ross Kaftan in emerald green it runs to more than seven metres and moves with every step. On the California, Dallas and California Satin styles it trims the scarf neck, a smaller gesture that frames the face. The Maar Kaftan uses long fringe with an asymmetric cold shoulder and an adjustable scarf, so you can arrange the neckline in different ways.
Feathers arrive this season through ostrich-feather boa. The Velvet Vegas Kaftan is the only kaftan with it, at the hem, but the same trim runs through gowns and dresses in the collection. If feathers are your thing, read our guide to designer feather dresses.
Which Taller Marmo kaftan should you wear to which occasion?
Match the length and fabric to the dress code: crepe cady for weddings and dinners, metallics and sequins for galas, short styles for cocktails.
| Occasion | Best kaftans | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Black tie and galas | Firefly, Kintsugi, Sphinx, Sza Sza Fantasma | Floor-length, with sequins and Como-woven metallics |
| Evening weddings | Mrs Ross, OOO, 1910, Mila Satin | Long, covered lines in rich solid colours |
| Cocktail parties | California, Dallas, Denver, Velvet Vegas | Short high-low hems that move on a dance floor |
| Holiday dinners and resort evenings | OOO, Barths, California Satin | Generous volume, easy to pack, simple to style |
| Winter events | Velvet Vegas, 1910 Satin | Velvet and satin carry warmth and depth |
For a wedding guest, avoid anything that could read as bridal and favour juniper, emerald green and midnight blue. Our guide on how to wear a kaftan to a wedding covers the etiquette, and how to dress for a black tie event explains where a kaftan fits a formal dress code. For more on styling, see how to style the luxury kaftan for evening.
How do you style a Taller Marmo kaftan?
Let the kaftan lead and keep everything else small: one statement earring, a slim sandal, a compact clutch.
Scarf necklines and high collars mean necklaces usually compete, so put the focus on the ears and the hands. A clutch bag keeps the line clean, and a fine strappy heel from our designer shoes edit works with both the short and the floor-length styles. With the cocoon 1910 shapes, a belt is not needed; the Firefly and Kintsugi come with their own. If you want a separate instead of a kaftan, the Marlene Satin Pants in antique bronze, from our wide-leg trousers edit, sit well under the California Satin Kaftan for a tonal look.
The actress Rossy de Palma has a long association with the label, and Tamron Hall wore the Gloria fringed crepe kaftan on her talk show, proof that the shape travels well beyond the beach. To compare the house with other eveningwear labels, read brands like Taller Marmo.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a Taller Marmo kaftan?
Fall 2026 Taller Marmo kaftans at Coveti are priced between $1,380 for the California Kaftan and $4,390 for the Kintsugi Kaftan. The Mrs Ross Kaftan is $2,170.
Are Taller Marmo kaftans one size?
Most are. The brand says its one-size kaftans comfortably fit between an Italian 36 and an Italian 48. The Denver, Sphinx, Sza Sza Fantasma, Velvet Vegas and Kintsugi kaftans come in sizes.
Where are Taller Marmo kaftans made?
All Taller Marmo pieces are made in Italy. The silk fil coupe and metallic organza are woven in Como.
What fabric are Taller Marmo kaftans made from?
Fall 2026 kaftans come in viscose-blend crepe cady, double viscose satin, viscose and silk velvet, sequins on tulle, silk fil coupe and metallic organza.
Can you wear a Taller Marmo kaftan to a wedding?
Yes. Floor-length styles such as the Mrs Ross, OOO and 1910 kaftans in midnight blue, emerald green and juniper suit evening weddings. Avoid pale shades that could read as bridal.
How do you care for a Taller Marmo kaftan?
Taller Marmo kaftans are professional dry clean only.