Not Cummerbunds, Not Balloon Pants—These Are the 5 It-Girl Trends I Spotted at Zara

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If you're paying close attention, you're probably already aware of the cummerbund trend sweeping our FYPs right about now. Just like you and me, Zara has noticed and released the Pleated Sash Belt. But before I can officially embrace this unexpected accessory, I still have to make friends with the pair of Zara balloon pants in my closet—one controversial trend at a time.

All things considered, this confirms Zara's got its finger on the pulse, which makes the five trends I'm about to dive into even more crucial. Think embellished jackets, 100% leather, and primary colorways. Ahead, shop the It-girl trends I spotted at Zara.

5 It-Girl Trends Spotted at Zara for Fall 2026

Band Practice

As a former band nerd myself, I'm all for the marching-band-jacket trend. The key to styling this epaulet- and bronze button–adorned jacket is to let it do all the talking. A simple pair of low-rise or barrel-leg jeans will do the trick.

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'90s Mock-Necks

It doesn't look like we're escaping the '90s nostalgia for a while, especially with so many sleek sleeveless mock-neck tops available. Wear it with a midi skirt and kitten heels for a true '90s office siren look.

Primary Colors

This summer, we saw color trends come and go: teal, chartreuse, and even royal purple. But this fall, I've got an inkling that primary colors—like strong cobalt blue, tomato red, and electric yellow—will take the front seat. It seems Zara thinks so too.

Neutral Stripes

Oddly, a crisp and clean striped knit has become my transition piece of choice. To my surprise, this horizontal (or vertical) print is becoming a neutral in my pre-fall wardrobe. I'm really into the idea of a striped polo with a pair of relaxed straight-leg jeans.

Leather Goods

When I see a Zara item listed as 100% leather, I perk up. I know I'm in store for a leather trench coat or limited-edition heeled sandals. This fall, I expect Zara to keep us busy with 100% leather buys. Ahead, discover some of my favorites.

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Josephine Hadjiloucas
Josephine Hadjiloucas
Assistant Shopping Editor

Josephine Hadjiloucas is a New York–based writer. She first interned at Who What Wear UK in 2024 and later joined Who What Wear U.S. as an assistant shopping editor after graduating from the Fashion Institute of Technology in 2025. When she isn’t covering the latest Gen Z trends or updating her under-$100 Nordstrom wish list, you can find her browsing the racks of NYC’s best vintage stores or rewatching Moonstruck for the 50th time. “Snap out of it!”