Styles To Look Out For In 2026
As 2025 is coming to a close, people like to take a look back and reflect on the past year. However, it is always important to look to the future too. It can seem a bit daunting, looking at a whole new year In front of you, however one of the things that can be fun to predict is fashion trends. Despite not having a crystal ball, there are people with insider knowledge of the industry who have predicting up-and-coming fashion trends down to a science. If you are looking to be ahead of the curve, or just wondering what you will be seeing on runways and red carpets of 2026, then here are some of the predictions for the fashion trends of the new year.
Colours
Yes, all colours. The New York and Milan runways showcasing the fashion of spring/summer 2026 was alive with bold and vibrant colours. Colour blocking, the technique of wearing solid blocks of two or more contrasting colours, saw a dramatic increase in demand from August to September of 2025. Maximalism, bright colours and bold patterns are associated with the “dopamine dressing” movement, a trend where people create outfits that evoke joy.
Preppy Style
Throughout 2025 searches for the preppy aesthetic have surged by more than 200%. In their spring 2026 launches, Prada have showcased sporty jackets, Boss highlighted crisp tailoring, and Missoni demonstrated layered sweaters and sweatshirts, foreshadowing that the preppy look is here to stay.
80’s Nostalgia
Going hand in had with the bold colours and preppy style, is 1980’s throwbacks. Saint Laurent recently showcased pussybow blouses and leather pencil skirts with a call-back to a popular silhouette of the 80’s. Power dressing with confidence in making a comeback. According to Lyst, search results for padded shoulder are up by 22%!
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Layer Up
Adding clothes on top of clothes isn’t just for keeping warm. Expect to see the layering trend continue well into spring and summer. Pairing together multiple thin, and often even transparent layers of clothes to create boxy silhouettes was all over the spring/summer runways. Cardigan tied around waists, button down over shirts, and t-shirts on top of longer sleeves are all perfect ways to keep your look interesting during the transitional season of spring.
Polka Dots
This fun pattern has been making it’s way back into the spotlight. Gucci and Valentino have been embracing the spots recently. Polka dots are always a good call, as they allow you to slip a little bit of that before mentioned “dopamine dressing” into otherwise formal looks.
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Big Coats
Coats so large they become the whole outfit. This look was demonstrated on runways by Tom Ford, Saint Laurent and Fforme. There is something so effortlessly chic about stepping out in a statement trench coat. Another look that perfectly transitions from winter to spring to summer, as the outfit underneath is secondary to the hero coat.
In Conclusion
In conclusion, if you are looking to be ahead of the trends going into the new year, make sure your wardrobe is bold and colourful. Take inspiration unexpected places with preppy and nostalgic looks, and make sure your outfit has enough components to be able to transition between the rapidly changing seasons.