In 2027, designers are reimagining the dress through a lens of glamour, unexpected proportions, and romance. At one end of the spectrum, intricate embellishments, bold prints, and gilded finishes make a compelling case for dressing up. At the other, billowing silhouettes and delicate flourishes offer a softer, more whimsical approach to getting dressed. The spring/summer 2027 collections celebrate many iterations of the dress, from the polished sophistication of an evening-ready gown to the high-impact allure of a floaty, voluminous frock.

The dominant dress trends speak to a larger shift in what we want to wear: more personality, more intention, and more theatricality. After seasons of pared-back essentials and quiet luxury, fashion is making room for spectacle and joy again. Whether you gravitate toward ornate detailing, sculptural volume, decadent metallics, or prints that refuse to blend into the background, the season's dress trends offer something for every sensibility. Ahead, see the five spring/summer 2027 dress trends worth knowing now and the key pieces to shop.

Minimalism will take a back seat for spring and summer. Embellishment is having its moment with intricate detailing and decorative finishes. At Loewe, Tory Burch, and Burberry, heavy ornamentation adds a sense of playfulness and personality.

At Chanel, Dior, and Chloé, volume takes center stage, bringing an ethereal quality to dresses. Generous proportions and movement-led designs are executed through cloudlike skirts and exaggerated, floating silhouettes.

A little opulence goes a long way, but for spring/summer 2027, designers are making a persuasive case for metallic gold. At Anthony Vaccarello's final show for Saint Laurent, the entire collection was comprised of golden looks—an impactful finale for a prolific designer. The gilded theme was also apparent at shows throughout fashion month, including Ralph Lauren and Giorgio Armani.

Designers are continuing to infuse romance into their collections. At Khaite, Altuzarra, and Ralph Lauren, the designers tap into looks that feel poetic without veering into the overly precious. Elements of softness and fluidity suggest a certain ease.

At Miu Miu, Celine, and Dries Van Noten, vibrant prints bring color, character, and a welcome sense of spontaneity to the season's dress repertoire. Whether bold, graphic, or artfully eclectic, pattern becomes the focal point, transforming familiar silhouettes into something altogether more expressive. The styling rule is refreshingly simple: Let the print lead, and allow the rest of the look to follow.

Pants are dead... or so it seems if you look at Prada's S/S 27 collection. Accurately titled The Skirt, the show featured 63 looks with pretty much every variation of the staple possible: pencil, pleated, and so on. Of course, we should note that it's not the first time in fashion history we've seen pants being pushed aside for a more stylish default. Beyond Miuccia Prada's personal penchant for skirts, we've seen this piece amass its own cultural cachet. Who, after all, could forget the famous monologue from The Devil Wears Prada? The moment Miranda Priestly announced "I need 10 or 15 skirts from Calvin Klein" had an indelible impact on the psyche of fashion people, inadvertently cementing skirts' place in culture and everyone's closets.

Over the years, we've seen different skirt styles trend, but one silhouette is sure to be big this fall: the pencil skirt. Groundbreaking? Hardly. However, few other silhouettes have managed to outlast the trend cycle. That phenomenon continues today. The spring/summer 2026, fall/winter 2026, and even spring/summer 2027 collections have reinvented the classic staple in new ways, giving a whole new generation the chance to finally lay their pants to rest (at least for a little bit). If you can't imagine a world in which pencil skirts are your default piece, keep reading. Ahead, we're sharing examples of the trend on the runway and in real life to guide you on how to wear skirts. Plus, we've rounded up the 33 best pencil skirts to buy at every price point. Pant people, start grieving because you're about to become a skirt person.

About the Skirt Trend

First popularized in the '90s, the slim-fitting skirt became a closet staple championed by fashion houses like Jil Sander, Calvin Klein, and, of course, Prada. While the pencil skirt's popularity can be partly attributed to its outsized presence on the runway, its long-lasting impact can be attributed to an even more pivotal change happening in society: women entering the workforce in record numbers. The political equity movements of the '60s and '70s, paired with the unprecedented economic inflation of the '80s, drove the share of women in the workforce to 71% by 1985. That dramatic societal shift was best reflected in women's fashion choices at the time, as they were drawn to minimalist aesthetics that prioritized neutral colors, clean lines, and capsule wardrobes.

Undoubtedly, that era gave us some of the best trends that still influence fashion today, including pencil skirts. But we'd argue that the heyday of the pencil skirt is far from over. Recent runway collections have revived the staple. One of the first examples of this tailored skirt coming back from the dead came in the S/S 25 shows of Ferragamo, Saint Laurent, and Versace—where the staple shape arrived in luxe leather. Since then, we've seen countless fashion houses release versions of pencil skirts with reworked tailoring, unexpected textiles, contemporary styling, and vibrant prints and colors to bring the style into the future. With so many new ways to wear pencil skirts, it's no wonder they've become popular among the in-the-know crowd.

How to Wear Pencil Skirts

Fashion people have shown that this staple has just as much styling versatility as, if not more than, any pair of pants. When you're tired of wearing trousers to work, swap them out for a leather pencil skirt styled with an oversize sweater, flannel shirt, or tailored blazer. Outside office hours, try styling your pencil skirt with a simple tee and heels or sandals for a polished off-duty look. When all else fails, lean into the principle behind Prada's spring show: Treat your skirt as the focal piece, not just another staple. Whether you opt for a statement skirt with a calf-hair finish, a low-slung leather version, or even one with a sweeping floor-length hemline, you can rest assured that wearing a pencil skirt this fall will be a decision you won't regret.

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Now that another fashion month has come to a close and I've had the chance to do a full survey of the spring/summer 2027 shows, it's time to report on my findings. When it comes to the handbags that will shape next-season style, I've already pinpointed the future It bags to know and the trends and themes that are shaping what will be deemed cool and buzzy in six months' time. I've zoomed in on hundreds of runway images and had countless conversations with my fashion-industry friends, so I can say with certainty that the spring bags below are decidedly it.

Designers were aligned on several fronts, primarily that our bags are about to get more opulent, maximalist, and, well, fun. Bags arrived with beading, embellishments, and fringe finishings. Luxury labels took the opportunity to revisit their greatest hits, and we saw the return of beloved and nostalgic faves like the Proenza Schouler PS1, Gucci GG Marmont, and Fendi Baguette. Here, discover these themes and every major handbag trend to know from the spring/summer 2027 runways.

The Major Spring/Summer 2027 Bag Trends

The Eras Tour

Designers reached into their archives this season and brought some of their most iconic silhouettes. Whether it was the return of the Proenza Schouler PS1 Bag, Gucci revisiting its unrelentingly popular GG Marmont, or Hermès bringing back the polished Bolide Bag first designed in 1923, it was a season of in-house comebacks of designers' greatest hits.

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Collectibles

When it comes to spring handbags, the more intricate, the better. Styles leaned maximalist with all manner of embroidery, beading, and embellishment that lent each bag an heirloom quality. Whether it was Chanel Flap Bags with multi-print finishes and many one-of-a-kind Fendi Baguettes that dominated the spring 2027 runways or the rerelease of the Fendi Croissant from its Cruise 2027 collection, these special-edition bags are set to be fast-tracked to archival status.

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On Body

While top-handle and shoulder bags remain the overarching silhouettes right now, the spring collections presented a number of alternative ways to hold and carry a handbag, from waist bags to necklace pouches and wristlets.

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Serpentine Shades

The spring '27 It finish is none other than snakeskin print, but it's not just any snakeskin. Saturated hues like cherry red, purple, and kelly green arrived at Prada, Miu Miu, and Fendi and gave the edgy print a playful feel.

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The Downtown Weave

Raffia and woven bags for spring and summer? Groundbreaking. While their existence wasn't newsworthy, designers reimagined the context for these warm-weather carryalls. They're no longer relegated only to beach trips and summer weekends, but they are being rethought for the city too. Woven bags were styled with trench coats and denim for a cool mash-up between vacation and non-vacation wardrobes.

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Hand Carry

The coolest clutches next season look like slim envelopes and folios. We saw this play out at Celine, Chanel, and Bottega Veneta, where these petite clutches replaced the oversize shapes we've been seeing for the past few seasons.

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Double-Strap Dominance

Bowler bags may have once been a buzzy new trend but have officially graduated to staple status in the most stylish wardrobes. This season's runways gave the silhouette a major stamp of approval, with several designers—including Prada, Jil Sander, Kallmeyer, and Tory Burch—sending out double-strap styles.

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If there's one thing I've learned from studying the spring/summer 2027 runways, it's that designers aren't exactly interested in playing it safe when it comes to color. After seasons of quiet luxury, pared-back palettes, and an endless rotation of neutrals, fashion's collective mood is shifting toward something a little more expressive. And honestly, I'm not complaining.

From hypnotic shades of aquamarine and unapologetic red looks to unexpected, slightly offbeat hues that feel destined to become fashion-person favorites, next season's color palette is anything but predictable. That's not to say minimalists have been forgotten, either. Among the saturated offerings were soft, understated shades that prove making a statement doesn't always require turning up the volume.

After combing through the collections from New York, London, Milan, and Paris, I've narrowed down the six standout shades worth paying attention to for spring 2027. Whether you're ready to embrace color from head to toe or simply looking for a fresh way to update your wardrobe, consider this your official cheat sheet to the colors that will matter next season.

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Psychedelic Aquamarine

There's something undeniably hypnotic about this particular shade of blue-green. Somewhere between tropical turquoise and a particularly vivid aquamarine, the color made a compelling case for turning up the saturation come spring. Unlike the soft pastels we typically associate with warmer weather, this season's interpretation feels otherworldly—bold, surreal, and impossible to ignore.

True Red

Red is hardly a groundbreaking proposition in fashion, but for spring 2027, designers are making a convincing argument for returning to the color in its purest form. Forget burgundy, oxblood, and the deeper, moodier shades that have dominated our wardrobes in recent seasons. This time around, it's all about true fire-engine red. Bright, assertive, and refreshingly uncomplicated, the shade commands attention without requiring much in the way of styling. Unlike pops of red dominating the trend cycle in the past, spring 2027's red involves a full look.

Yves Klein Blue

Some colors are practically impossible to separate from their cultural associations, and few are as instantly recognizable as Yves Klein blue. The intense, ultramarine-inspired shade has long occupied a special place at the intersection of art and fashion, and its electric presence feels relevant for spring 2027. Style it with stark white for a crisp and modern contrast, pair it with black for a more dramatic effect, or lean into the season's maximalist mood by introducing another bold hue.

Blood Orange

If there's one thing designers seem to agree on for spring, it's that subtlety isn't the goal. Case in point? The arrival of blood orange, a fiery, red-leaning shade that's somewhere between citrus and a late-summer sunset. Unlike the punchy tangerine and soft peach that have dominated previous seasons, this iteration feels richer, warmer, and decidedly more sophisticated. There's a retro quality to the color, especially when imagined in sleek separates, lightweight knits, and flowing dresses.

Barely-There Beige

For all the saturated colors making their way into the spring 2027 conversation, there's an equally compelling argument for exercising restraint. Enter the season's understated neutral: a soft, barely-there shade that falls somewhere between beige, sand, and pale taupe. Rather than the stark white or warm cream that usually dominate spring wardrobes, this hue offers something a little more nuanced. It's subtle without being boring, polished without feeling overly precious, and remarkably easy to incorporate into an existing wardrobe.

Dirty Martini Chartreuse

Not quite olive, not quite lime, and certainly not your average green, this season's chartreuse occupies a deliciously unconventional corner of the color spectrum. I'm nicknaming it dirty martini, and frankly, I can't think of a more fitting name. With its slightly murky yellow-green undertones, the shade has a peculiar sophistication that makes it feel more like an elevated neutral than a traditional statement color. The secret to pulling it off? Treat it as you would khaki or olive, pairing it with chocolate brown, ivory, charcoal, and other earthy tones.

Victoria's Secret pulled out all the stops for its 2026 show. The second I saw Kris Jenner and Timothée Chalamet take their seats in the front row, I knew Kylie Jenner had to be walking the runway. Not only did my prediction come true, but she also ended up wearing the most special piece of all: the 2026 Fantasy Bra, created in collaboration with Jacob & Co., worth a whopping $50 million. I don't know how she kept that secret until showtime, but it was definitely worth the wait.

Off the runway, the skimpy lingerie and glittery jewels continued after the show ended. The Victoria's Secret Fashion Show after-party was filled with chic celebrities, such as Bella Hadid, Irina Shayk, Tate McRae, Cindy Bruna, Alix Earle, Alex Consani, Amelia Gray Hamlin, Katseye, and Ashley Graham. Hadid's dress immediately reminded me of the Dolce & Gabbana number Britney Spears memorably wore to the 2001 VMAs, so she topped my personal best dressed list tonight. See what everyone wore to the VS after-parties in Los Angeles.

WHO: Irina Shayk

WHO: Bella Hadid

WHO: Tate McRae

WHO: Cindy Bruna

WHO: Alix Earle

WHO: Behati Prinsloo

WHO: Ashley Graham

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WHO: Amelia Gray Hamlin and Nicolai Marciano

WHO: Vittoria Ceretti

The wings are back, the angels have landed, and the fashion internet has officially lost its mind. The 2026 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show is here, and if the excitement on social media is any indication, this year's runway might just be one for the books. After a few years of finding its footing following its highly anticipated return, the iconic fashion show is bringing back the kind of over-the-top glamour, larger-than-life wings, and star-studded runway moments that made us fall in love with it in the first place.

This year, a new class of faces is joining some of the most legendary Angels to ever walk the runway, and the result feels like a love letter to the Victoria's Secret shows of the 2000s and 2010s. Think plenty of nostalgia, a little bit of fashion history, and more than a few looks worth talking about.

Below, we're rounding up the most iconic moments from the 2026 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show. Trust us, you'll want to see every single one.

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The Angels

The Performers

Paris Fashion Week has officially rejected the minimalist dress code. From Julian Klausner's quirky and ornate prints at Dries Van Noten to Michael Rider's irreverent styling at Celine to Matthieu Blazy's exuberant embellishments at Chanel, the joy of dressing is palpable in Paris. After years of disciplined, pared-back looks and reserved color palettes, the most influential designers have collectively decided that getting dressed should be fun again. That doesn't mean we're diving headfirst into costume pieces. Instead, the spring runways delivered a master class in high-impact design and styling that feels directional and fresh yet remarkably wearable.

Intricate embroidery, whimsical and romantic dresses, and saturated primary colors introduced a collective spirit of frivolity. Taken together, the collections suggest that the next chapter of fashion won't be defined by one singular aesthetic. Instead, it's about embracing clothes with personality and getting dressed in a way that feels joyful. From statement prints to maximalist designs to new takes on tailoring, these are the biggest runway trends to know from the spring/summer 2027 collections at Paris Fashion Week.

Girls Just Want to Have Fun

If there was one thing Paris made abundantly clear, it's that fashion could stand to have a little more joy. Chanel, Loewe, and Dries Van Noten leaned into whimsical details that make dressing fun: unexpected embellishments, quirky color combinations, and playful textures. It's maximalism with clothes that weren't designed to blend into the background. After seasons of quiet luxury and pared-back dressing, a little frivolity feels downright refreshing.

Primary Colors

Canary yellow, true red, and cobalt blue were impossible to miss at Chanel, Balenciaga, and Celine. They appeared across everything from streamlined separates to statement-making accessories, bringing energy to the collections. There's something refreshing about the simplicity of it: no complicated color theory, no carefully blended neutrals, just a really good saturated shade. The pieces are optimistic without being saccharine and bold without requiring an elaborate outfit.

The Evening Jacket

Designers are making a strong case for swapping your standard blazer for something considerably more special. The evening jacket is having a moment—in gold brocade at Saint Laurent, intricate embroidery at The Row, and ornate details at Schiaparelli. It's polished, it's grown-up, and, crucially, it has a bit of cool-girl nonchalance.

Finishing Touches

This season, accessories practically made the outfit. Specifically, scarves and bold belts were the outfit-finishing details that turned up the volume for looks on the Paris runways. Perhaps it comes as no surprise, as printed scarves and tasseled belts have become a mainstay among the fashion set, but the spring/summer 2027 collections demonstrated even fresher ways to wear them. They showed up in looks that felt inventive at Miu Miu, Hermès, and Valentino—each show playing with how these accessories are worn, wrapped, and tied unexpectedly.

Airy Romanticism

At Chloé, Dior, and Chanel, dresses and skirts came in light, billowing silhouettes that seemed to float around the body in sheer layers and soft volume. Jonathan Anderson's Dior collection took this idea particularly far, using airy fabrics, petal-like textures, and intentionally imperfect shapes to create a feeling that was more poetic than polished. This isn't a return to overly prim dressing; it's a move toward lightness.

New-World Prep

At Loewe, Celine, and Stella McCartney, familiar collegiate codes were loosened, twisted, and sent somewhere far more interesting. Sure, there were polished separates and classic tailoring, but they were styled with unexpected proportions and a sense of ease that made the whole thing feel modern and new-world.

And just like that, another fashion month has come and gone. The spring/summer 2027 shows officially wrapped up earlier this month and the fashion set is settling back, now is when the real work begins, at least for us. As a fashion editor, the aftermath of fashion month is prime time for sitting down to digest and synthesize everything we just saw over the past few weeks. Away from the celebrity buzz, viral social-media posts, and major headlines, I'm finally able to really study the collections, zoom in on the overlooked details, and report back on the major forces shaping next-season fashion. First up? None other than the shoes.

Yes, clothes might garner the most attention in the immediate hours and days after a runway show, but real ones know that when it comes to what will hit stores and drive sales, it's the shoes and accessories that have the most power and influence to shape seasonal style. With that, I've identified the key themes and top spring shoe trends to know. Designers were aligned on several fronts, primarily that shoes are getting more opulent, maximalist, and, well, fun. Heels arrived with crystal and floral appliqués and gemstone embellishments. Flats, too, are getting more interesting with academic-inspired brogues, derbies, and oxfords all but overtaking humble ballerina flats.

Here, discover these themes and every major shoe trend that will influence fashion from the spring/summer 2027 runways.

The Major Spring/Summer 2027 Shoe Trends

Bejeweled

Minimalism is dead and gone. At least, that's how it's looking on the spring footwear forecast. Prada, Chanel, Carven, and Dries Van Noten all sent shoes down the runway that came heavily embellished or finished with beautiful appliqués. Shoes, but especially heels, are getting fun again.

Square One

Just as quick as we were to declare square-toe shoes "out" they're making a roaring comeback yet again. Soft, rounded shapes took a backseat as these more angular and sharply defined square-toe silhouettes took over. Michael Kors, Altuzarra, Calvin Klein, and Chanel all showed pumps with a crisp, architectural edge that will instantly sharpen a look.

Beautiful Bows

Bows are still the sweetest shoe trend around, and the runways at Miu Miu, Dior, Prada, Chanel, and many more all tied them onto their footwear this season, from the playful pearl-encrusted sandals at Dior to the sleek snakeskin pumps at Miu Miu. Expect to see them on everything from flats to heels next season.

On the Toe

Two tones are better than one. Everywhere we looked, the standout shoes arrived with a contrasting cap toe. It's a classic detail that gives pumps, slingbacks, and flats an instant polish and Chanel, Celine, Valentino, and Max Mara were all in alignment.

Derbies, Oxfords, and Brogues

Jazz shoes, you're not going anywhere. The menswear-inspired lace-up is so back. Altuzarra, Celine, Ralph Lauren, Bottega Veneta, and Erdem all showed polished, structured flat-shoes that, despite, slight variations fall under the same academic-inspired lace-up theme. Ballerinas, who?

Fierce Finishes

Texture takes center stage with all manner of crocodile, snakeskin, lizard, and ostrich finishes defining what I'm sure will become spring's most sought-after shoes. Tory Burch, Ferragamo, Gucci, and Dries Van Noten all leaned into the luxe, tactile look, which brings instant richness to even the most minimal outfit.

Heavy Metal

Silver and gold are the finishing touch of the season. Saint Laurent, Chanel, and Chloé each sent out iridescent pairs that bring a high-impact glow to both day and night looks.

Woven Textures

Intricate weaving is adding an element of craftsmanship to spring's best footwear. Bottega Veneta, Calvin Klein, and Tory Burch all showed woven shoes with a tactile, artisanal feel that looks as good up close as it does from afar.

During fashion month, there are many highly anticipated shows from luxury houses, whether you're waiting with bated breath to see what's next in Miuccia Prada's Miu Miu world or Matthieu Blazy's reimagining of Chanel. On the other end of the spectrum, there are the emerging designers, who bring a different energy to the fashion month calendar. Perhaps they're newly out of fashion school at Central Saint Martins, making their London Fashion Week debut, or already a name that's quickly become a fixture at New York Fashion Week over the past few seasons and is on the cusp of no longer being emerging. These are the shows I find myself getting equally as excited for.

For fall/winter 2026, I wrote about the emerging designers' collections that I loved across cities, and I'm back for a second edition for spring/summer 2027. Ahead, take a look at the designers, from Copenhagen to Paris, who stood out to me on the latest runways.

Fashion Month S/S 27 Emerging Designers

Copenhagen Fashion Week

Standouts: Almada Label, Caro Editions, OpéraSport, Paolina Russo, Nicklas Skovgaard

Before the traditional fashion month calendar started this September (New York, London, Milan, Paris), there was the preseason fifth city: Copenhagen Fashion Week, which happened in August. For spring/summer 2027, CPHFW celebrated its 20th anniversary and had some of my favorite shows of the season. Almada Label, known for its Scandinavian minimalism, made its runway debut; Caro Edition had colorful, playful designs inspired by Princess Diana; and I loved OpéraSport.

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New York Fashion Week

Standouts: Conner Ives, Emily Dawn Long, Jane Wade, Mel Usine, Pipenco, Tyler McGillivary, Zoe Gustavia Anna Whalen

Some of the brands I love the most on the calendar showed at New York Fashion Week, such as Colleen Allen, Mel Usine, and Jane Wade. Emily Dawn Long even presented a short film called The Crack of Dawn for her NYFW debut. Conner Ives, who was previously at London Fashion Week, also had his first-ever NYFW runway. It turned out to be one of my favorite shows of the entire month—as fun and glamorous as ever.

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London Fashion Week

Standouts: Gui Rosa, Lucila Safdie, Masha Popova, Talia Byre

Having lived in London for a few years, I will forever have a special place in my heart for LFW. (It may even be my favorite one. I'm torn between that and Paris.) Unsurprisingly, all four of the collections I loved from emerging designers—Gui Rosa, Lucila Safdie, Masha Popova, and Talia Byre—graduated from Central Saint Martins, one of London's (very) famous fashion schools.

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Milan Fashion Week

Standouts: Avavav, Casa Preti, Lucille Thièvre, Palengke

With Prada and Gucci on its roster, Milan is one of the biggest weeks on the fashion month calendar. I always look forward to seeing what Sweden-based brand Avavav does, given its propensity for runways that feel more like performance art. At White Milano (a trade show held during Milan Fashion Week), three emerging designers caught my eye: Casa Preti, Lucille Thièvre, and Palengke.

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Paris Fashion Week

Standouts: Florentina Leitner, Hodakova, Julie Kegels, Marie Adam-Leenaerdt, Matières Fécales

We end the month in Paris with heavy hitters like Saint Laurent, The Row, Balenciaga, Miu Miu, Valentino, and Chanel. Among the emerging designers, for me, Matières Fécales, however polarizing, was one of the labels that stole the show, as it tends to do with its over-the-top, statement-making runways that share something beyond the clothes themselves. I've been thinking about the collections of Florentina Leitner, Hodakova, Julie Kegels, and Marie Adam-Leenaerdt as well.

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Statement lashes. Multidimensional lips. Megawatt highlighter. Beauty trends may ebb and flow, but one visionary has always been pulling the strings: the singular, incomparable Pat McGrath. Crowned the most influential makeup artist in the world (not to mention made a dame by Queen Elizabeth II), the legendary Brit has helped shape every major designer's vision since the '90s, from John Galliano's cinematic surrealism to Miuccia Prada's skin-focused minimalism to Marc Jacobs's doll-like wonder. McGrath was even appointed the first-ever cosmetics creative director for Louis Vuitton, following more than a decade of runway collaborations with Creative Director Nicolas Ghesquière.

But McGrath's impact isn't limited to individual glam moments. She single-handedly transformed runway makeup—often shrouded in secrecy or severely downplayed to avoid competing with the clothes—into its own spectacle worth celebrating. "I love the thought of makeup becoming completely immersive, moving beyond the face into something that is as much experience as it is art," the mogul herself shares with us. "Technology, craftsmanship, couture, cinema, performance—all of it." Take the Maison Margiela haute couture spring/summer 2024 runway, for example, where McGrath turned models into porcelain dolls with impossibly glossy, latex-like skin. "I've never experienced a show that goes viral. That's the first time," Galliano told Vogue regarding the theatrical masterpiece. That's the power of Pat: She pushes boundaries in a way that gets people talking. For decades.

While narrowing down McGrath's best runway looks from 2006 to 2026 feels inconceivable, there's no denying these 18 deserve to be immortalized in the glossy pages of fashion history books. As for her next chapter? "My mind never stops. There are always more ideas than there are shows to put them in," McGrath says. "The dream I keep returning to is a full crystal-encrusted face conceived in collaboration with an architect: something sculptural, structural, where beauty and design become one impossible object." And with her track record, even the wildest dreams float within reach in a matter of time. Pat McGrath isn't finished writing her story—not by a long shot—but for now, let Mother personally escort you through the archives.

"We were creating a character with a whole history behind her eyes, and nothing was ever too extravagant or imaginative. The porcelain skin; the smoky, romantic eye; that pinched, dark mouth—we weren't simply creating a backstage beauty look. We were creating living theater."

"Couture gives you permission to wish upon a star and obsess over every tiny detail to mirror the artisanal craftsmanship that is unfolding in the collection. For this show, I treated every crystal, every lash, every shadow almost like embroidery—beauty crafted stitch by stitch. Those are the moments I live for. Heaven!"

"A fresh, poetic face crowned in black flowers with an embellished red lip that felt like a single flash of majestic color against Raf [Simons's] canvas. Those crystallized lips were just one element of detail on the day, but somehow they became an accessory and talking point in their own right."

"Sarah [Burton] created a world that felt emotional, romantic, and just a little dangerous. The dramatic feathered brow and that pale, ethereal skin had the spirit of McQueen without trying to re-create it. For me, that was always the magic of this look—beauty that made you feel something before it asked you to admire it."

"That raw slash of electric blue across the eye—deliberately unfinished, sublimely subversive. We approached color almost like painters, layering pigments until they became something completely unexpected. Artisanal, fearless, entirely instinctive—it is beauty as art."

"[Riccardo Tisci and I] always embraced contradiction and had this romantic, gothic sensibility. For this look, the embellishment became part of the face itself, with the jewelry and skin as one. I adore a look that blurs where beauty ends and adornment begins. Ornament as emotion—it was such a powerful moment."

"How fun is this look? Lips everywhere—kisses printed across the face and neck like a surreal secret language. It was very conceptual and eccentric. To have had the freedom to do this as a makeup artist was extraordinary and, frankly, wildly exciting."

"Lace laid over the skin like a second, sculptural layer. It was couture craftsmanship translated directly onto the face: delicate, strange, unforgettable. Beauty should surprise you."

"The drama lived in one perfect detail: that gilded, molten lip against radiant skin. Gold has always fascinated me because it behaves like light rather than color—a single metallic lip that completely transformed an otherwise understated face into something unforgettable. Modern, powerful, a little subversive, gold always has a place in my heart (and my makeup kit)."

"Another favorite surrealist moment from the days of John [Galliano] at Margiela. Here, the face was pure abstraction—flushed and painterly beneath that clear veil, a burst of orange on the lip, absolutely no fear of the unexpected. Every face became its own artwork. Color wasn't there simply to flatter; it was there to provoke emotion."

"This is one of the looks that I still get asked about: the cluster of feathers blooming from the lashes. Such a poetic understanding of beauty, and I adored how delicate and otherworldly they were against luminous skin."

"I love creating beauty that feels playful without ever losing sophistication. We played with these dreamy graphic accents in red and white—a little bohemian, a little fairytale. Those graphic lines brought a little bit of magic to every face and were pure joy to create."

"What would be a retrospective without a look back to that glass skin? In the 35 years I have been doing makeup backstage, I have never seen a reaction like it. We pushed ourselves technically to build that hyper-reflective, porcelain finish—layering and layering our special formula to catch the light until each face looked like a living mannequin. We worked through the extraordinary blend of cinematic, historical, and futuristic worlds, and we answered it with beauty that matched its artistry entirely. The whole world felt it. So did I."

"There was something wonderfully surreal about turning the ear itself into the jewelry. Crystal, skin, and that extraordinary emerald became one precious gesture, as if the jewel had grown directly from the body. Pure Schiaparelli magic."

"One bold, glossy circle of red—graphic and fearless: a three-dimensional, circular mouth that channeled this [look] into one perfect accent. Truly subversive! That is confidence. And confidence, when you are creating looks to complement a collection, is everything."

"Inspired by the legendary David Bowie: bleached brows, porcelain skin, couture contour, and one uncompromising red mouth. It felt like a portrait from another era, completely reimagined for the future. Sophisticated, severe, and utterly beautiful."

"That liquid onyx lip was the entire gesture—molten, immaculate, and incredibly powerful against the skin. I loved the restraint of it: one surreal, perfect mouth that made the whole look feel utterly otherworldly."

"A Felliniesque gold and blue collide on the eye—warm and cool, metallic and ethereal—against luminous bare skin. With Nicolas [Ghesquière], the beauty always feels precise, futuristic, and completely modern."

For 20 years, Who What Wear has been watching and reporting on the ways that fashion changes in real time. To celebrate our 20th anniversary, we’re looking back at some of the runway moments that didn’t just reflect their time but helped define it. We did some serious digging to track down and acquire the iconic runway pieces you’re about to see, then brought them back to life in this nostalgic shoot. From Nicolas Ghesquière’s early Balenciaga to Phoebe Philo’s Celine, Alessandro Michele’s Gucci, and Daniel Lee’s Bottega Veneta, these are the collections that, even after two decades, we’re still talking about today, and we can’t wait to walk you through them.

Balenciaga Fall/Winter 2006 by Nicolas Ghesquière

More than 20 years later, this Nicolas Ghesquière collection for Balenciaga still feels remarkably modern. Instead of simply re-creating Cristóbal Balenciaga’s iconic designs, Ghesquière studied the house’s archives and warped its signature designs into something quite new, playing with proportions through exaggerated hats, peplums, and jackets. Long before Balenciaga became synonymous with celebrity dressing and pop culture, Ghesquière’s version was the uniform of the fashion insider, making the house a favorite among the industry’s most esteemed dressers.

Prada Spring/Summer 2007 by Miuccia Prada

This collection is a quintessential example of Miuccia Prada taking something traditional and making it feel completely new. She played with off-kilter proportions and unexpected warm fall colors for spring and, most memorably, styled nearly every look with a silk turban that felt vaguely ’40s yet impossible to place in any particular era. The result is a collection instantly recognizable for its styling alone, so much so that Marc Jacobs recently referenced it in his spring 2027 show notes.

Christian Dior Spring/Summer 2008 by John Galliano

For spring 2008, John Galliano looked back at the signatures he had developed throughout his first decade at Dior. After a year of huge 60th-anniversary celebrations for the house, he pulled back on the spectacle and instead revisited the prints, silhouettes, and ideas that had come to define his tenure. The result feels like a greatest-hits collection in the best possible way, with looks that still feel incredibly fun today. It also had massive celebrity appeal, with pieces worn by everyone from Eva Mendes and Amy Adams to Miranda Kerr and Goldie Hawn.

Louis Vuitton Spring/Summer 2013 by Marc Jacobs

This Marc Jacobs collection for Louis Vuitton proves a runway show can become as iconic as the clothes themselves. The models rode escalators onto the runway in pairs, dressed in nearly identical looks. He also transformed the house’s classic Damier check—which was, until this moment, best known from LV luggage and handbags—into a recognizable ready-to-wear print. This collection gained such traction that Kristen Stewart famously wore the oversize checkerboard romper to the Breaking Dawn Part 2 premiere, essentially becoming a walking Louis Vuitton ad without a single LV logo in sight.

Saint Laurent Fall/Winter 2013 by Hedi Slimane

For his second womenswear collection at Saint Laurent, Hedi Slimane switched things up and went to California for inspiration. After a relatively classic and expected YSL debut, he pivoted toward California grunge, sending out fishnet tights, biker boots, plaid shirts, and baby- dresses. At the time, critics were irked by how "ordinary" and unpolished it felt for a luxury runway, but Slimane was quietly creating the ultimate cool-girl uniform: grunge, punk, and the beginnings of the indie-sleaze aesthetic.

Gucci Spring/Summer 2016 by Alessandro Michele

This collection wasn’t Alessandro Michele’s debut at Gucci, but it was the moment his vision for the house truly crystallized and defined an entire fashion aesthetic for the next few years. He completely changed the idea of who the Gucci woman was. Where Tom Ford’s Gucci was "sexy" and all about tight suiting, sheer blouses, and plunging necklines, Michele’s was eccentric, eclectic, and wildly maximalist. The glasses, loafers, pussy bows, florals, embroidery, and vintage styling became so recognizable that being a “Gucci girl” became an identity in its own right.

Celine Spring/Summer 2017 by Phoebe Philo

Phoebe Philo’s spring 2017 Celine collection was a perfect example of her ability to make everyday dressing feel completely new. Boxy tailoring, flowing dresses, bold pops of color, mismatched shoes, and unexpected cutouts came together in this collection that felt both practical and innovative. It was classic Philo.

Prada Fall/Winter 2018 by Miuccia Prada

Miuccia Prada’s fall 2018 collection took some of her favorite ideas, like nylon, utilitarian dressing, and sporty pieces, and pushed them into something that felt futuristic and a little dystopian. There were padded coats, neon accents, rubber boots, and plenty of the black nylon that had become so synonymous with Prada. Somehow, it all felt both practical and strange, which is exactly what made it so good. And let us not forget about the iconic flame heels…

Alexander McQueen Fall/Winter 2019 by Sarah Burton

Sarah Burton’s fall 2019 collection for Alexander McQueen was a deeply personal take on Northern England, blending British tailoring with references to punk, the Brontës, and the region’s iconic rose. The combination resulted in one cohesive world that felt romantic, rebellious, and perfectly McQueen. The rose became the collection’s defining motif, which is exactly why we featured this look.

Bottega Veneta Fall/Winter 2020 by Daniel Lee

This was Daniel Lee’s third collection for Bottega Veneta, which was also when the "Bottega" look really took off. At the time, Instagram fashion was all about flashy logos and recognizable branding, but Lee made Bottega instantly identifiable without putting a logo on everything. The oversize clutch, square-toe shoes, padded woven bags, and chain-detailed mesh pumps became so recognizable that you could spot them from across the room. This was the moment "New Bottega" became a full-blown fashion phenomenon.

Miu Miu Spring/Summer 2022 by Miuccia Prada

Miu Miu’s micro miniskirt basically broke the internet. The tiny skirts, complete with raw hemlines and exposed pocket lining, were copied everywhere and quickly became one of the biggest It items of the early 2020s. These skirts showed up on copious celebrities, magazine covers, and editorials almost overnight, from Nicole Kidman’s Vanity Fair cover to Hailey Bieber and Emma Corrin, who starred in the campaign.

Versace Spring/Summer 2026 by Dario Vitale

Dario Vitale’s spring 2026 debut marked the beginning of a new era for Versace, but it now feels almost like a time capsule of what that era could have been. He took the house’s beloved codes of sexiness, glamour, and ’90s nostalgia into his own world. The collection was a departure from the polished Versace we knew, introducing a fresh point of view. Considering how quickly the house has already moved on, this debut has become an especially interesting snapshot of a very brief chapter in Versace and fashion history.

Gucci Spring/Summer 2026 by Demna

Demna’s first collection for Gucci felt like a much-anticipated introduction to his version of the house. Instead of completely reinventing Gucci right away, he played with some of its most recognizable characters and eras. The tiger coat in this collection was modeled by Alex Consani in the lookbook and was quickly photographed on celebrities like Meryl Streep and Dua Lipa.

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Photographer: Logan Mock
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Editor in Chief: Kat Collings
Creative Director: Amy Armani
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Manicurist: Queenie Nguyen
Social Video: Emma Hughes
Producer: Erin Corbett

It started quickly, almost overnight, and gained traction at lightning speed. One minute royal purple was a fashion no-go; the next it was the summer's smash hit. For a handful of people, wearing bright purple was business as usual, but for the rest of us, we would need a little more convincing; after all, we couldn't see past the Cadbury connotations. A couple of months later, and purple is as ubiquitous as camel on the runways, a stark reminder that few colour trends feel quite as luxurious as rich jewel tones.

But what do the emerald greens, deep sapphire blues, striking coppers and vibrant ruby reds all have in common? Yes, they are making a compelling case for embracing colour this season, bringing a sense of depth and sophistication to even the simplest outfits. But when fashioned in sumptuous silk, lace and head-turning lamé, you can't help but feel like a kid in a candy shop. Understated neutrals will always have their place in a well-curated wardrobe, but if you're ready to lean into a maximalist autumn, these gemstone-inspired, sweet wrapper hues are perfect for the grey days that need a little extra colour.

Whether you fell for Valentino's supersized bows and raspberry silk gloves or preferred Loewe's Flake-reminiscent yellow-and-purple looks, you don’t need to commit to a head-to-toe look to make the trend work. A jewel-toned handbag here, a pair of statement shoes there—these punchy shades can breathe new life into your existing wardrobe by proximity alone. But if you do want to dive headfirst into a more adventurous approach, experimenting with colour combinations can also be part of the appeal. Think ruby red alongside soft pink (strawberry crème) or emerald green paired with classic black for a look that feels both modern and timeless (and very After Eight).

Whether you’re looking to inject a little colour into your everyday wardrobe or searching for a standout piece that will work well beyond this season, jewel tones are a trend worth paying attention to. Keep scrolling to see the shades worth knowing now, and of course some easy ways to wear them. Who knows; you might just find a combination tasty enough to convince you to embrace a little more colour.

1. The Big Purple One

Style Notes: Starting strong with the colour that kickstarted the trend, rich, royal purple is continuing its reign as the It hue of the season. Dipped in Dairy Milk deliciousness, this statement colour swept the autumn/winter runways at Loewe, Fendi, Kent & Curwen and Balenciaga, but it was also the highlight of Issey Miyake's spring/summer 2027 collection too, suggesting designers are backing it well into the new year. Such a vibrant shade might not be best worn head-to-toe, but the high street has made a strong case for knits and tees in striking violet to help dress up casual denim and easy flats.

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2. Whisper Gold

Style Notes: In case you missed it, you're going to want to Google the Saint Laurent S/S 27 show. And I mean immediately. Set against the sparkling backdrop of the Trocadéro and facing the illuminated Eiffel Tower, the high-octane show was an ode to the glamour of gold. Out of 59 looks, 49 were dedicated to full looks of co-ords, dresses, cropped jackets and trousers, all rendered in shining gold (or at the very least, copper).

Look back to this season's runways, and you'll see the same: Shushu Tong, Margiela, Christian Dior and Zimmermann are all banking heavily on the value of gold ahead of party season. Could this be the luxe trend we needed to replace sequins and feathers? Potentially. But if you want to look less like an Academy Award and more runway-inspired, dresses were undoubtedly the hero piece to come out of the trend. They're easy to wear with just about any shoe or bag colour, but creams, nudes and neutrals allow the style to truly shine.

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3. After Eight

Style Notes: If you think of mint and chocolate and your mind goes to ice cream, think again. This season is all about strong mint-leaf shade teamed with black and bitter chocolate for a decadent take on how to wear green. Emerald often pops up in the jewel-tone conversation, but usually in the form of jewellery, so imagine our surprise to see green silk, leather and lace taking centre stage in the Akris, Shiatzy Chen and Balenciaga collections.

The styling advice is clear: ground this commanding colour with deep neutrals for an easy way to make it feel daytime-ready. Taking your look into evening too? Swap your heavy black boots for a sharp court shoe to show you really mean business.

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4. Strawberry Crème

Style Notes: Fiery chilli red was big news last winter, and pops of scarlet rolled into spring/summer this year too, cementing red as one to watch this autumn and beyond. Interestingly, it does feel a lot sweeter (and more approachable) when teamed with blush pink to give strawberry crème energy. 16 Arlington, Robert Wun and Hèrmes continue to champion bold red, whilst Chanel and Balenciaga haute couture kept things cutesy with pink-and-red pairings more pretty than overpowering.

For a masterclass in how to make this duo feel fashion-forward, though, see Sarah Burton's S/2 27 collection for Givenchy, where a red leather shirt was shown tucked into a merlot skirt and finished with a candy-pink handbag. Who needs fifty shades of grey when you can play with a red and pink palette?

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5. Chocolate Orange

Style Notes: Look away now, wallflowers (if you hadn't already). Perhaps one of the most daring, statement colours on the list is a punchy orange—not brooding rust, not toasty paprika; this fresh, zingy orange isn't exactly a jewel tone, but a confectioner's dream. Just as minimalists were about to relax into a winter of black, white and grey, orange has come along to shake things up, brightening everything from handbags at Bulgari to lace dresses at Saint Laurent. The easiest way to wear orange now? Well, it works exceptionally well with chocolate brown (for obvious reasons), but it's also surprisingly good with blue denim. So, before you reach for yet another grey jumper, orange could be a-peeling. I'll see myself out.

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The last of the spring/summer 2027 collections have made their way down the runways, but I won't stop thinking about all that took place during fashion month anytime soon. Here at Who What Wear, we'll be analyzing the runways for trends and It items well into 2027. Something else editors always keep an eye on that you don't need to wait until spring to utilize is styling ideas. In fact, you may not even need to buy anything to incorporate these chic tricks into your outfits.

I perused the many runways of New York, London, Milan, and Paris Fashion Weeks and can confirm that there were a great many styling ideas to take note of, but the eight highlighted below are so good that the designers who came up with them used them for multiple looks. They're as varied as a cool way to button a cardigan and the two things to wear with a baseball tee to make it look elegant.

Scroll on for the most copy-worthy looks from spring/summer 2027 fashion month.

The Chicest Way to Style a Baseball Tee

If you've been wondering how to make the inherently casual baseball tee look elegant with little effort, Calvin Klein Collection has your answer. There, it was styled with sleek column skirts and thin scarves draped around the neck and cascading down the back. Who knew a raglan tee could look so stunning?

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Put a Ribbon on It

The Chanel S/S 27 runway was filled with styling ideas among the 83 looks. One standout was subtle yet effective. Start with a jacket that isn't too cropped or a button-down shirt, and loosely tie a ribbon around your ribcage with the bow front and center. Cool, pretty, and easy sum it up.

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Mismatched Buttons

The styling over at Altuzarra was excellent, and one idea can be used with multiple pieces in your closet: Forgo lined-up buttons and mismatch them instead. You can do this with your cardigans, button-downs, and lightweight jackets. Bonus points for adding a knee-length skirt and loafers.

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Car Coats and Cropped Pants

The car-coat trend is set to continue into 2027, as it was spotted on numerous runways, including Celine, where the styling was especially chic. Models wore buttoned-up car coats over slim cropped trousers. It wouldn't hurt to just emulate the entire elegant outfit by adding sheer tights or high socks and pointed-toe flats or kitten heels.

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Capris Over Colored Tights

Why yes, you can wear capri pants during the non-summer months, as was expertly shown in Loewe's S/S 27 show. Models wore capri pants over brightly colored opaque tights. The capris were ruffled, and the shoes were heeled sandals, but the styling trick would work with a variety of capri pants and shoe styles.

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A Pop of Cobalt

There's no denying that cobalt blue is the color of 2027, and it was spotted on multiple runways in every city. One of the coolest ways it was shown was in the form of a single piece that popped against the rest of the look. Think a cobalt tee or button-down or a strategically placed accessory. TWP provided the perfect example.

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Business on the Top, Sporty on the Bottom

A repeat outfit combination on the Miu Miu S/S 27 runway included track pants and a blazer. The juxtaposition of the sporty item on the bottom and the polished one on the top felt cool and inspired. Any type of top will do, but Miuccia Prada chose to pair them with printed scarf tops, which added to the fun.

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Reshape a Sweater With a Brooch

All you need is a sweater and a brooch to employ the styling trick spotted on the Dries Van Noten runway. The jewelry piece adds interest and dresses up an outfit, but it also reworks a sweater by cinching it at the waist, crafting a cool neckline, or creating makeshift draping. Just be sure to choose a brooch that's large enough to handle the sweater's fabric.

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I can’t be the only one who’s actually looking forward to the temperature dropping here in the UK. I’ve just always found that colder weather lends itself to a sleeker, more polished style of dressing. So, with autumn officially here and winter not far behind, I’ve decided that my first purchase of the season will be a new jacket.

You see, as someone who sticks to the more minimalist side of dressing, I like to use my outerwear as my designated “trend” pieces that can act as the point of interest in my otherwise pared-back outfits. And with this, I decided that before making any sudden purchases, I’d take a browse at the autumn/winter 2026 runway shows to find out which jacket trends are set to dominate the upcoming season.

And after hours spent scouring the lookbooks of my favourite luxury fashion houses, believe me when I say that winter’s hottest outerwear styles did not disappoint. Each trend strikes the perfect balance between looking elevated, feeling wearable and remaining classic enough to last in my winter capsule wardrobe for many years to come.

So, if you're also looking for some outerwear inspiration to help you decide what to invest in for the new season, keep scrolling below; I’ve rounded up the seven elevated but elegant jacket trends I’ll be buying into for winter 2026 (and beyond, of course).

7 Jacket Trends Set to Dominate Winter 2026

1. Funnel-Neck

Style Notes: If you want your outfits to look thought-out and intentional, look no further than a funnel-neck jacket. This outerwear style will do all of the talking for you, meaning you can keep the rest of your clothes and accessories super simple, not to mention that there’s just something about a high-neck silhouette that looks extremely polished, even when worn with more casual basics such as jeans and a classic tee. But don’t just take it from me; designers such as Victoria Beckham, Isabel Marant and Ujoh are all championing this sophisticated coat style for winter 2026.

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2. Check Prints

Style Notes: If you’ve already started your new-season shopping, you’ve likely noticed checks are everywhere at the moment, from edgy plaid skirts to preppy argyle knits. But the “dark academia”-inspired outerwear in the print spotted on the likes of Burberry, Chanel and Emporio Armani is by far the most compelling to me. An eye-catching pattern in neutral hues that still feels wearable to a classic dresser like me; I’ll be using this jacket trend as an easy way to add interest to my jeans, skirts and trousers this season.

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3. Faux-Fur Collars

Style Notes: I’m well aware that faux-fur jackets are in no way a new trend. But if full-on furry coats feel a bit too out-there for you, you’ll be pleased to know the A/W 26 runways were filled with faux-fur collars that still incorporate an expensive-looking feel without the full-on drama. Houses such as Gabriela Hearst, Ferragamo and Balmain showcased trim collars on a mix of leather, suede and even velvet jackets, proving that this style is a great choice for those looking for a more subtle take on the faux-fur trend.

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4. Midnight Blue

Style Notes: The runways have spoken (more specifically, the Gucci, Giorgio Armani and Hermès runways): midnight blue is one of the biggest colour trends set to dominate winter 2026. Arguably the closest shade to the black I practically live in between autumn and early spring each year, these beautifully deep blue jackets dominated the collections.

Effortlessly elegant and expensive-looking at any price point, navy jackets are the perfect choice for those of us who own far too many black coats already and want to freshen up our wardrobes, but also don’t want to venture too far out of our comfort zones. Not to mention that this sophisticated hue is as good as any neutral, pairing well with both classic and bold colours alike.

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5. "Lived-In" Leather

Style Notes: To me, nothing's more versatile than a leather jacket, but it really comes into its own as the years go on and the leather starts to soften and develop. For winter 2026, names such as Miu Miu, Private Policy and Ottolinger showcased several “lived-in” styles that already look like they've been worn for years. Of course, the easiest way to get this look is to simply buy a pre-loved leather jacket; however, the market is currently filled with a number of buttery-soft, distressed iterations that are brand new but will give you that vintage look you’re after.

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6. Cinched Waists

Style Notes: Waisted silhouettes have been huge in the past few years, and they’re going nowhere for winter 2026. Shown by Elisabetta Franci, Max Mara and Lanvin, cinched-in outerwear adorned the runways in the form of blazers, wool jackets and patent finishes. An instant outfit elevator, a jacket with a cinched-in waist is not only flattering, but the waistline provides a polished finish that will dress up any jeans, skirts, or tailored trousers this season. And the best part? This elegant outerwear style will look expensive regardless of price point.

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7. Velvet

Style Notes: Texture arguably plays the biggest role when it comes to winter dressing, and this year, sumptuous velvet is taking centre stage in the world of trending jackets. Of course, you’ll have to reserve this expensive-looking fabric for days when it isn’t raining, but the dimension it adds to an outfit is undeniable. I must admit, this is a fabric I’d usually refrain from pulling out until the festive party season; however, Ralph Lauren, Elie Saab and Casa Preti have convinced me to wear it starting now, throughout winter and well into early spring.

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If you'd told me a year ago that I'd be reaching for a cummerbund on a regular Tuesday, I would have probably rolled my eyes. But alas, the waist-cinching accessory—long associated with black-tie attire and, quite frankly, high school prom photo shoots—has staged a full fashion comeback this season. I'd even go so far as to say it's becoming the hot-ticket trend to try. It first showed up on a select few fall/winter 2026 runways, including Valentino and Celine menswear, before ultimately making its way onto the street style scene this fashion month in New York and Paris and, yes, into my closet.