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Men’s Fashion Week A/W 2026 Kicks Off Soon
Men’s Fashion Week A/W 2026 begins with Pitti Uomo (13–16 January 2025), followed by Milan (16–19 January) and Paris (20–25 January). Highlights include Prada’s influential show by Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons, Zegna opening Milan, and Ralph Lauren’s return.
Paris features Pharrell at Louis Vuitton, Jonathan Anderson’s second Dior collection, and Véronique Nichanian’s final Hermès show.
SS26 Trends: Bold Colors and Playful Silhouettes
Spring/Summer 2026 runways emphasize bold colors, playful silhouettes, and artisanal craftsmanship for an optimistic vibe. Designers like Dries Van Noten and Diotima showcase fringed coats and crystal-embellished crochet.
NET-A-PORTER notes excitement for fresh perspectives amid creative shifts.
Leather Jackets Dominate SS26 Shows
Leather jackets in olive green (Bottega Veneta), burgundy (Balenciaga), and azure blue (Loewe) are trans-seasonal staples for spring. Acne Studios’ brown-paneled and Tom Ford’s sky-blue versions offer punchy updates.
Showgoers wore leather heavily, signaling its staying power.
Sheer and Romantic Aesthetics Rise in SS26
Post-tailoring shift to softer sheerness with crochet dresses and organza pieces for romantic appeal. Brigitte Chartrand highlights balance of commercial and emotional designs with delicate embellishments.
This trend contrasts prior structured looks.
Slingbacks Signal Heels Comeback
Classic slingbacks at Bottega Veneta, Khaite, and Saint Laurent fuel heel revival rumors without ultra-high stilettos. Saint Laurent’s ‘Vendôme’ 110mm heels transform outfits.
Flats and sneakers dominated post-pandemic, but heels elevate style.
Fashion Week 2026 Dates and Global Schedule
Paris Men’s Fall/Winter 2026-2027 runs Jan. 20-25, with further events like Haute Couture Jan. 26-29. New York (Feb. 12-17), London (Feb. 19-23), Milan Women’s (Feb. 24-March 2) follow.
These shape global trends and economy.
Indie Sleaze Revival Predicted for 2026
Indie sleaze dethrones Y2K with skinny silhouettes, leopard prints, and grungy chic amid economic parallels to 2008. Tory Burch Reva flats and vintage slip dresses gain traction.
Tired of Clean Girl minimalism, embracing messy imperfection.
Garish Opulence Replaces Quiet Luxury
2026 bids farewell to muted tones for campy, ballroom-inspired opulence with faux fur and sculptural pieces. Recession drives absurd luxury via thrifted estate sale finds.
Repurposing like scarves as belts adds creativity.
Fashion Leaders Need Hybrid Skills in 2026
Fashion converges on hybrid leadership pairing operational rigour with creative fluency. Executives must excel in both for success.
This model defines top CEOs amid industry changes.
Second-Hand Market Demands Quality in 2026
Exponential growth in second-hand clothing pushes for higher quality items. New luxury emerges alongside traditional shifts.
Sustainability drives this trend globally.
Beauty Trends Define 2026 with Makeup and Nails
Makeup, hair, nails, and fragrance gain international traction shaping beauty. AI revolutionizes retail and luxury fashion discovery.
Even wealthy pull back on luxury spending.