16 SSENSE Arrivals Making Up the Majority of My 2026 Designer Wish List

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The start of a new year is the perfect time to do a bit of trend-predicting to figure out the best clothing items and accessories to invest in. In the past, I've taken this as an opportunity to build a capsule wardrobe, but I usually just focus on the basics—a great set of T-shirts, staple jeans, and practical footwear. But this year, I want to have more fun, and these designer pieces from SSENSE are exactly what I'm envisioning. The retailer's new arrivals include coats with ornate button details, sheer lacy dresses, textured animal print, flats in fun colorways, and more. To discover the hot new pieces we'll both want to wear all year long, keep scrolling.

On-Trend Apparel

My designer wish list includes some items that are already trending, and a few I predict will gain momentum come spring (like this sheer lacy dress from Collina Strada).

Designer Handbags

In terms of designer handbags, the fashion set is full steam ahead on pony-hair fabric and animal prints. I'm also loving the east-west shoulder bag shape—it's perfect for a night out.

Flat Footwear

2026 is the year of flat footwear, and if you don't believe me, just take a look through the social media pages of your favorite fashion influencers. It's nothing but ballet slippers, suede sneakers, and tassel loafers.

Natalie Gray Herder
Natalie Gray Herder
Commerce Editor, Branded Content

Natalie Gray Herder is a Commerce Editor on the branded content team at Who What Wear. Originally from Los Angeles, Natalie decided to make the move to NYC after graduating from Loyola Marymount University in 2019. She is an avid researcher, reader, and explorer in and out of the office. She is inspired by the street style of her fellow New Yorkers and her laid-back roots in California.