And just like that, another fashion month draws to a close, ending with the appropriate level of couture-meets-casual that only Paris could deliver. Whilst New York, London and Milan experiment with eccentric maximalism and tried-and-tested minimalism, Paris sits confidently in the middle, knowing exactly how the French want to dress, and updating it slightly with each season to keep it feeling fresh.

Take, for example, Givenchy, Tom Ford, Balenciaga and newcomer Julie Kegels, where crisp shirts and jeans ruled supreme; or Lanvin, Carven and Gabriela Hearst, where whisper-light dresses swept down the runway. Remember the boxy, green utility jacket? Well, it's had a high-fashion makeover at the hands of Victoria Beckham, Hermès, Loewe and Isabel Marant, who all cropped the length and gave it pillowy volume, and then there was, of course, Chanel.

One of the closing shows of the season with a showcase at the Grand Palais, Blazy's star-studded event was full of the classic twin sets, knee skirts, and flap bags that make a collection immediately recognisable as Chanel, but the tutus? The "animal" tweed? The coat that can be folded back into a dress? Innovation is back in Paris, and we couldn't be more excited.

Wondering which styles the French fashion houses are into for next spring and summer? Keep scrolling to see the Paris runway trends worth having on your radar to get ahead of the crowd.

6 Trends from Paris Fashion Week Set to Define Spring/Summer 2027

1. Rococo-a-Go-Go

Style Notes: If you were to show 18th-century art references anywhere during fashion month, it had to be Paris, and right now we're at the beginning of a Rococo renaissance that France knows all too well. Leaning into the era’s love of excess, cinched waists, ruffles, lace, and watercolour florals were teamed with velvet, pearls and brocade—proof that for Acne Studios, Schiaparelli, Valentino and Vivienne Westwood at least, minimalism is taking a back seat to something far more playful.

Rather than feeling like a costume, though, this season’s version is all about styling decadent details with contemporary pieces to create a pretty-but-not-too-precious balance. (See Acne's military jacket and floral jeans as the perfect example). This is Marie Antoinette energy, but with a 2026 attitude.

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2. Tutti-Frutti Pairings

Style Notes: A splash of lime here, a dose of grape there; pastels might be lovely for spring, but when it comes to the colour trends really getting people excited this fashion month, the heroes are fruity brights that are best worn stacked on top of each other. Across the runways, designers swapped "safe", tonal hues for bold combinations of lemon yellow, cobalt blue, tomato red and punchy pinks, proving that clashing shades can feel surprisingly polished when in the right hands (that means you, Sarah Burton, and that perfect baby-pink-and-magenta look at Givenchy).

The trick is to embrace the contrast rather than overthink it—try a bright blue shirt with a yellow pair of trousers, or a vivid red knit paired with an equally saturated skirt. After seasons of quiet luxury and beige, this joyful approach to dressing feels like the exact reset we needed.

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3. Wedge of Glory

Style Notes: Shuffle over, slingbacks; there's a new kid on the block. Though, instead of "new", perhaps it's more the return of an old favourite. Chemena Kamali's tenure at Chloé has given us a lot of things, but quite notably the reinvention of the wedge from "dated" holiday sandal to luxurious, covetable accessory, and after her smash-hit shoe, designers are enthusiastically following suit.

Spotted in sleek, sculptural shapes at Casablanca, Elie Saab and Victoria Beckham, and in classic leather and wood at Vivienne Westwood (and of course, Chloé), the modern wedge feels surprisingly polished, and we're happy to see any shoe that gives you the height of a heel without sacrificing comfort. Whether you wear them with floaty blouses and jeans in spring, or airy minidresses next summer, the return of the wedge proves that practical doesn't have to mean predictable.

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4. Glamour Goth

Style Notes: I know what you're thinking, and no, you haven't accidentally stumbled across an autumn/winter trend recap; dark, gothic glamour really can work for the sunnier months too. Taking a more romantic turn at Paris Fashion Week, witchy, all-black looks were less "punk" and more of an exploration of the tension between pretty and powerful. At Ann Demeulemeester, outfits layered with black lace, sheer fabrics and leather seemed to appear in the dark after 18 looks of head-to-toe white opened the show.

Over at Dior and Balmain, shredded hems and ruffles shifted between ethereal and distinctly rebellious, while see-through, lingerie-inspired boudoir black emerged as the easiest way to tap into the trend at Ester Manas. The key to making gothic feel fresh for 2027? Pretty things up. Leave the chunky boots and big coats to autumn/winter. For spring and summer, pair a romantic black dress with a sexy heel, dramatic jewellery and plenty of black eyeliner. Essentially, if it's arresting enough to cause a stir on a night out, you've nailed the brief.

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5. Get Shirty

Style Notes: Sometimes you don't have to rewrite the rule book to get a seasonal piece that just works. The humble pinstripe shirt might not feel like something to write home about, but after appearing in just about every major show this season, its staying power is worth studying. With Paris Fashion Week proving classic shirts are anything but boring, from Dior's pinstripes with asymmetric collars tucked into tiered floral skirts to Tom Ford's contrast blazer styling, the runways offered a fresh spin on the preppy staple.

To keep stripes from drifting into nautical territory, try pairing them with bold colour à la Acne, or swapping out serious blues for something more unexpected like pink or brown. Easy, versatile and instantly elegant, the striped shirt might just be the fashion insider-approved basic worth investing in this season.

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6. Buckle Up

Style Notes: There it was, and only six looks in: the Celine show had opened to a relatively pared-back start, focusing on long black dresses and minimalist suits until a giant waist belt with a buckle the size of a dinner plate suddenly amped up the tone. We already knew that belts were having a major fashion moment (and once again Celine were the ones to kick-start the trend), but PFW took things one step further, making the real hero the buckle rather than the belt.

On shoes at Lanvin, bag straps at Acne, and open and loose at Courreges, oversized buckles brought a touch of Western-inspired attitude to otherwise polished looks, cinching everything from crisp shirting and relaxed denim to feminine minis. Not sold on the chunky hardware? You're going to want to Google Givenchy's compact powder belt; I'm convinced that even the biggest buckle sceptic will be charmed by such a playful approach to dressing up this season.

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In 2026, does any form of cultural cachet come close to that of being deemed a Chanel girl? For his fifth runway show at the helm of Chanel, Matthieu Blazy’s imagining of the modern Chanel girl feels as aspirational and energetic as his very first.

Untethered from any one moment in time, Blazy’s collection speaks to the successive chapters of Gabrielle Chanel’s story, allowing them to coexist with equal importance. The opening look brought us “Gabrielle before Chanel”, as a model emerged onto the bird-adorned runway in a pared-back, corsetry-inspired ensemble. A frosty silk slip dress was complete with a camellia and accessorised with Gabrielle Chanel’s own 2.55 bag from the Patrimoine archives.

Skirts remain one of the season’s defining silhouettes, and here the knee-length pencil skirt became something of a blank canvas. Blazy rendered it in gauzy silks and hardy tweeds, illuminated it with metallic threads and intricate beading, then pushed the silhouette to the other extreme with high-volume tulle skirts that brought a buoyant joie de vivre to the house’s codes. Dresses, too, swanned down the runway in shades of icy blue, pink and rich burgundy.

The collection indulged in eccentricity without ever getting lost in it. Printed shoes in unexpected shades of forest green bookended looks, whilst tummy-grazing necklaces were layered with intricate beading that formed tiny scenes. Pop-art playfulness sat comfortably alongside Chanel’s more demure signatures—most notably the enduring tweed skirt suit.

Because the Chanel girl has always existed somewhere between fashion and pop culture: tweed-clad, polished and elegant, but never entirely serious. Blazy’s version feels like a natural evolution of that archetype—more playful, more buoyant, and brimming with charm.

Naturally, a seat to witness the spectacle was one of Paris’s most covetable tickets, placing guests among a particularly impressive roster of Chanel girls, from Dua Lipa and Ayo Edebiri to Nicole Kidman, alongside Pedro Pascal.

Matthieu Blazy's Chanel world is expansive, energetic and full of possibility—and, as such, one that everyone wants to be part of.

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The street style we saw at Paris Fashion Week delivered a visual feast that rivals Brasserie Lipp's signature steak frites and Chez Janou’s famous chocolate mousse. As the final stop of the travelling fashion circus, one might think that the industry insiders and tastemakers who visit every style capital would’ve given up trying by now, arriving at shows in their definition of business casual in hotel-esque slippers from Charvet and oversized sunglasses that would swallow any signs of under-eye bags whole. On the contrary. Reaching the end of the line has seemed to give attendees a second wind, as big-name editors, starry clientele and all manner of celebrity guests cohabit in the City of Lights.

For the spring/summer 2027 season, a full calendar year on from countless new creative director debuts, the city found its rhythm as a hum of clacky stilettos hit the cobblestone pavements. Incumbent LVMH Prize winner, Belgian-born Julie Kegels, opened the week with an avant-garde collection of drop-crotch tan stockings and crystal-adorned nipple pasties. Dior was a true breath of fresh air, as Johnathan Anderson gathered the likes of Jennifer Lawrence and Rihanna at the Jardin des Tuileries for a show buoyed by lightness.

The mood immediately shifted to darkness as Anthony Vaccarello painted the Trocadéro Fountain black and gold. Proving his Midas touch at what is rumoured to be his final collection after a decade at the helm of the French maison, the designer illuminated the night sky with gilded silhouettes that crescendoed into a finale of funeral-inspired attire. Talk about mourning glory.

Off the runway, everywhere from the Grand Palais for Chanel to L’Observatoire de Paris for Chloé was saturated with the most outré offerings. From house ambassadors dressed in custom creations to influencers styling loaned pieces with items from their own wardrobes, the ensembles translated some of the most sophisticated trends into real-life appeal. So, without further ado, scroll through for the leading street-style trends that commanded Paris Fashion Week.

The 5 Key Street-Style Trends From Paris Fashion Week September 2026

1. Flat White

Style Notes: For a city revered for its Beaujolais and Syrah, the colour palette seen on the best-dressed this season is not compatible with sipping on a glass of red at a nearby café-tabac. From Kendall Jenner pairing a single-breasted white blazer with beige pants to Greta Lee wearing ballet slipper pink folded capris with a satin jacket and Karlie Kloss in a vanilla cape blouse with khaki jeans, the shades of this season are more attuned to café au lait. This carried through onto the runway too, from the opening looks of Matières Fécales' standout "The Ninety Nine Percent" collection to the muted mid-section in Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez’s latest show for Loewe.

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2. Ladies in Lace

Style Notes: Much has been said about the rise of "ladylike" dressing, especially with the reign of pencil skirts, white shirts and sleek heels. Of course, if this all sounds like something Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy would’ve worn to work at Calvin Klein, you’d be correct. However, as the street style at Paris Fashion Week indicated, the trend is moving out of the boardroom and into the boudoir, with romantic camisoles and delicate edges. A little less Christina Hendrix in Mad Men and a little more Nicole Kidman in Moulin Rouge! The lace-trim trend brings a romantic sensibility to even the most astute outfit, as Alexa Chung proved by pairing her butter-yellow singlet with sensible pinstripe trousers.

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3. Night Prowler

Style Notes: As evening settles over the arrondissements, the scintillating twinkle of the Eiffel Tower sets the stage for a night of debauchery and decadence. For after-hours that begin and end with dirty martinis at Hôtel Costes, there is only one shoe suitable for keeping up with the revelry in store: sultry slingbacks. Endorsed this season by nearly everyone in the front row at Saint Laurent, including Zoë Kravitz, Lila Moss and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, this vampy iteration brings a seductive edge to a style that’s been a staple for French dressing since Coco Chanel designed the two-tone slingback in 1957.

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4. Shabby Chic

Style Notes: As the streets of Paris Fashion Week have indicated, a penchant for curated maximalism and eccentric bohemia has finally taken the place of quiet luxury. From the printed brocade fabrics of Dries Van Noten to the chunky intarsia jumpers of Chloé, the amalgamation of different aesthetics is something that would’ve been frowned upon a few years ago, but is now gladly welcomed into the fold. Proudly eclectic and slightly bric-a-brac, this shabby-chic style is shaping up to be one of the most defining trends of the season. Someone please call their granny and tell her she did it first!

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5. Friends in High Places

Style Notes: The higher the heel, the more you need to pair a sock with it. At least that’s what the street-style set at Paris Fashion Week demonstrated. With slight nods to the "indie sleaze" styling of pairing tights with denim shorts, unexpected hosiery layering is quickly becoming the mode du jour. And with twee making a comeback, we can easily see this paving the way for a resurgence of sweet lace-trim styles under Mary Janes. Plus, with winter on the horizon, who can fault you for wanting an extra layer?

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Sure, there are always plenty of notable trends and viral moments, but the real highlights of fashion month don't just happen on the runway; they can be found in street style, too. Whilst I, like any other editor at Who What Wear UK, would have loved to shop Demna's reimagined Gucci clothing-store runway, or taken a trip through the hallowed halls of Chelsea College of Arts courtesy of Burberry's most recent presentation, it was what the guests were wearing outside the shows that had us truly captivated. After all, every attendee is someone within fashion's inner circle.

From editors to tastemakers, buyers to rarely spotted celebs, the street-style set live and breathe fashion, and over these four weeks, they offer something invaluable: looks that not only inspire but are also easily achievable. Because, let's be honest, when you’re bopping from show to show and weaving throughout the city, your outfit needs to work just as hard as you do. So naturally, figuring out which pieces the It crowd are relying on now makes sense.

As the month is drawing to a close (and there's only Paris Fashion Week left), there's enough real-life fodder to dissect what exactly the fashion set is buying this autumn. Think statement-making jackets that command attention, or one-and-done dresses that will take you from brunch to late-night dinner. Fashion's best-dressed consistently pull out all the stops, but this doesn't mean that their wardrobes are built on fleeting, trend-led buys. In fact, when looking at this edit, you'll notice quite the opposite.

Scroll to shop the eight cult buys that the fashion set can't live without now. These pieces will work overtime, season after season.

8 Cult Buys Everywhere This Fashion Month

1. Ralph Lauren Alira Wool-Blend Donegal Tweed Jacket

Style Notes: You can never go wrong with a cropped jacket in autumn. But if you’re after a style that feels fresher and infinitely cooler, Ralph Lauren’s Alira Wool-Blend Donegal Tweed Jacket is the one to see. Pairing just as well with jeans and a maxi skirt as it does with leggings and riding boots, this quietly luxurious, throw-on-and-go style has been everywhere this month.

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2. Prada Bonnie Bag

Style Notes: There's not much Gen Z It girl Olivia Neill can’t convince me of, but her penchant for the Prada Bonnie bag certainly has me paying attention. With its sleek east/west silhouette and perfectly distressed leather finish, the bag feels equal parts nostalgic and current. Plus, it looks especially fun when styled with a crop top and smart midi skirt.

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3. Zara Linen Blend Fringed Jacket

Style Notes: The definition of low-effort, high-impact, Zara's Linen Blend Fringed Jacket is one of this season’s best-selling high-street buys. If you haven't seen it on socials, it may well have passed you on the street, and I particularly adore how it looks styled with tan trousers and a snake-print bag.

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4. Miu Miu Embroidered Knee-High Boots

Style Notes: Probably my favourite fashion week, Milan is a treasure trove of fantastic cult buys. And in fashion's most formidable location, it was only a matter of time before this pair of Miu Miu boots made the rounds. Simple in design yet striking in impact, they lent an effortless finish to this show-goer’s look (see above), quietly elevating her playful minidress, grey cardigan and loose black blazer.

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5. Saint Laurent Technical Jacket

Style Notes: From the new face of Rhode, Alexandra LeClerc, to fashion girl and podcast host Paige Desorbo, Saint Laurent’s zip-up jacket is a big hit. Tapping into the technical-jacket trend whilst still managing to feel timeless, this piece strikes the rare balance between fashion-forward and functional. For a more grounded take, swap out heels for ballet flats. Trust me: you’ll look just as chic.

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6. Tory Burch Romy Suede Tote

Style Notes: Sometimes a supersized bag is necessary, especially when you’re on the go and need a change of shoes. And in the city that never sleeps, the Tory Burch Romy Suede Tote was a clear favourite. Minimalist in design but extensive in space, the suede finish and soft slouch are a timeless combo. It happens to pair particularly well with an all-white look and brown Mary Jane ballet flats—a super easy early-autumn look.

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7. Zara Striped Shirt With Frog Fastening

Style Notes: This year, fashion's best-dressed have cottoned on to not one, but two affordable Zara gems. Finished with the currently trending frog fastening, this simple blouse feels anything but basic. Instantly elevating justt about any bottoms you pair with, it proves that great style isn’t only about big-ticket buys.

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8. Proenza Schouler Naia Maxi Dress

Style Notes: This season has been awash with dopamine-inducing shades, but vibrant orange has quickly emerged as a favourite autumn-wardrobe colour. Channelling the balmy, sun-soaked vibe we're already missing from summer, this Proenza Schouler Naia Maxi Dress speaks volumes without actually doing much. Bold yet effortless, it's the kind of piece that turns heads whilst still feeling entirely wearable.

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Jonathan Anderson is in a sentimental mood. Since his appointment, the Northern Irish designer has made it clear that, much like his predecessor, he is a designer who creates beautiful pieces for beautiful people. As Christian Dior said, albeit apocryphally, "My dream? To make women happier and more beautiful."

Under his helm, Dior has returned to a more enchanting and feminine sensibility. Shows are now staged "en plein air" at the Le Bassin Octogonal in the Jardin des Tuileries; campaigns are shot in verdant parklands; collections are underpinned by a fascination with the natural world, resulting in darling lily pad heels and charming frog minaudières.

For spring/summer 2027, this green thumb grows more potent as a cluster of camphor trees, enveloped in mist, sets the scene for a collection that reimagines Dior’s archives through an idealised, organic lens. This process began with Anderson stumbling across the traditional Chinese practice of rolling wénwán walnuts, explaining that it "reminded me of how we can find knowledge and preciousness in nature."

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Over 65 looks, the concept of the sublime was mined through two distinct outlooks: a reverence for Dior’s signature motifs that were planted almost 80 years ago, and an homage to the Romantic art movement from the late 18th to early 19th centuries, which saw emotion and bucolic landscapes prevail. "The inherent nature of pieces from the archive is articulated in new ways," Anderson adds in the show notes.

Opening the show, which is already a standout of the Paris Fashion Week schedule, was a slew of pieces as diaphanous as the haze that cloaked the pond-like runway. These silhouettes also closed the show, nodding to the ouroboros-like quality of the wildlife that Anderson finds so inspiring. Pieces in pinstripe, tartan and Prince of Wales checks were rendered as light as air. Breathless in their disposition, like Botticelli’s personification of Zephyrus (the personification of the west wind in Greek mythology) from his masterpiece "Primavera", they exhaled life and movement into these styles.

Elsewhere, hand-cut, featherweight petals adorned cropped jackets and miniskirts, evocative in shape of the frou-frou sets seen in his debut collection. Strings that resembled leis hung as earrings from a single ear, continuing this styling note seen in almost all of Anderson’s shows.

Accessories were particularly prominent throughout, especially as one of the most subversive details came through the fine body chains that dangled down torsos like wired headphones. In the back half of the show, bags were fixed with four-leaf clover motifs or presented as a swan-shaped vanity case. Eagle-eyed fans will also spot the return of the saddle bag on the runway.

The most remarkable elements, however, were the looks that directly unravelled the past. Several pieces riffed upon Dior’s famous La Cigale dress from 1952. Deriving its name from a cicada, the piece features soft lines that protrude from the hips at a convex slant. Staying true to its cocktail origins, Anderson’s iteration is made from fairy floss-pink pleated tulle and boasts a strapless neckline.

Additionally, houndstooth, which first appeared in Dior design lexicon when designing the "English petticoat" in 1938, appeared in wispy dusters and cropped jackets. You can already see the front row, including Rihanna, Jennifer Lawrence, Anya Taylor-Joy, Greta Lee, Rosalía and Inde Navarrette, clamouring to get their hands on these vintage-inspired shapes for their next red-carpet appearance.

This act of transparency almost felt like a quiet rebellion, because in these precarious times, clarity isn't the ultimate antithesis. The show notes summarised this best, declaring, "Shifting into a summer sensibility, the collection anticipates a warm breeze: with lightness comes movement."

1. The Runway

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3. The Accessories

4. The Setting

In case you were unsure about whether fashion is still undecided between pared-back minimalism and all-out maximalism, Milan’s runways are making one thing abundantly clear: subtle dressing is taking a back seat for spring/summer 2027. Across Milan Fashion Week, designers have embraced printed skirts, exposed lingerie, playful proportions, clashing colours and a very deliberately undone approach to getting dressed (I'm looking at you, Moschino). Whilst Prada went all-in on the statement skirt, Fendi and Marni gave exposed bras a starring role; all signalling a broader shift towards expressive clothes that feel imperfect, thrown on and, quite frankly, more fun. And if you saw that clip of Anok Yai walking down the Gucci runway nonchalantly shrugging on a fur over a mini, you'll know exactly the energy that I'm talking about.

As is so often the case, Milan could be thought of as one of the most trend-defining stops of the S/S 27 season. Whilst the Scandis settled into the slow life during Copenhagen, and Londoners are returning to their rock and roll roots, the Italians are shaking things up for spring, and experimenting with sheer layers, unexpected colour combinations and an altogether new approach to polished dressing (avert your eyes, conservative nonnas). Curious to see the styles set to make an appearance again next spring/summer? Keep scrolling to see the surprising Milan runway trends we’ll still be thinking about long after fashion month is over.

1. An Extra Scoop

Style Notes: After the past year of funnel jackets stubbornly zipped up to the chin, the scoop neck is quietly emerging as one of Milan’s prettiest S/S 27 trends, with designers favouring wide, curved necklines that show just enough skin without feeling overly revealing. At Alberta Ferretti, scoop-neck tank tops were tucked into long skirts; meanwhile, the Ferragamo collection leaned into sheer, chest-exposing layering that affirmed the décolletage as the season's most important erogenous zone. It isn't a trend that is going to appeal to everyone, but there is beauty in its simplicity, and making this small adjustment to your neckline is exactly the kind of trend that can instantly make a simple vest, knit, or dress feel that bit more considered. Expect to see it everywhere come spring.

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2. Gloss Over It

Style Notes: Looking for a trend that packs a punch for spring/summer? Forget rose-tinted glasses; the Milanese runways were all about shiny, happy pieces, giving glossy vinyl and translucent PVC a much more elevated spin. Swapping the usual futuristic connotations for sharp tailoring and sleek, body-skimming silhouettes, Ferragamo made a particularly strong case for the trend, showing translucent rubber dresses and high-shine vinyl trenches in an otherwise grounded collection. And over at Anteprima, lacquered skirts styled up white shirts and glossy camisoles brightened up basics. The trick for wearing it next season? Think less fetish costume and more glossy statement piece—a vinyl jacket, pencil skirt or sheer coat layered over a monochrome 'fit.

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3. Get Waisted

Style Notes: Millennials, assemble: the waist belt is officially back, but for 2027, it’s anything but an afterthought. Across Milan, designers used belts to cinch languid silhouettes at the waist, to add structure to softer pieces and, in some cases, become the main event. At Ferragamo, belts were styled as decorative, waist-defining accessories, with some looks even stacking two together, whilst Ferretti took the trend in a much bolder direction with wider, chunkier styles similar to Obi belts worn atop sweeping skirts. The result feels less about simply holding your outfit together (quite literally) and more about giving your silhouette some shape, so if you’ve got a belt languishing at the back of your wardrobe, now might be the time to dig it out and wrap it around the waist of your high-rise skirts.

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4. Blue Shirt Supremacy

Style Notes: No, it might not be reinventing the wheel, but if the Oxford shirt isn't broke, don't fix it—especially in a professional shade of powder blue. Milan is making a convincing case for moving beyond the classic white button-down, with smart shirts appearing in plenty of new-season guises, with MSGM styling blue shirting with everything from tailored trousers to sheer skirts, and MM6 quite literally hanging one from a model's front in the form of a makeshift dress. The best part? It’s an incredibly easy trend to bring into your existing wardrobe; Just swap your usual white shirt for a hit of blue and suddenly even the simplest jeans-and-shirt combination feels a little more considered.

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5. Delicate Denim

Style Notes: Whether skinny or stovepipe, barrel or baggy, the only thing just as important as the shape of your jeans next spring is how they are finished. With designers playing with everything from unexpected colours to embellished details, a simple blue jean simply isn't enough for the Milanese fashion set, and delicate details are reigning supreme. At Dolce and Gabbana, red lace climbed up seams, whilst Ermanno Scervino and Genny denim sported floral motifs perfect for the sunnier seasons. Florals for spring might not be groundbreaking, but they do make denim feel less like an everyday basic and more like the starting point for your entire look.

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6. Pretty in Pink

Style Notes: A calming palette cleanser after chilli red, pretty pastel pink is shaping up to be one of S/S 27’s most prolific colour trends, bringing a softer touch to Milan’s bold brand of dressing. At Marni, the delicate shade appeared alongside burgundy reds, orange and moss green, creating an unexpected contrast between sweetness and something more polished; elsewhere, MM6 used pale pink satin to create a fluid, softly romantic silhouette. The key to wearing it next season? Think less sugary and more sophisticated:| washed-out pinks, silky textures and grown-up tailoring make the colour feel surprisingly chic, whether you opt for a head-to-toe look or simply add a pastel-pink knit or shirt to your usual wardrobe.

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Home to Prada, Bottega Veneta and Fendi, Milan has some serious fashion credentials. The city has long been a breeding ground for some of the industry’s most influential designers, and when Fashion Week rolls around, the creativity that runs through the city year-round reaches another level. With the world’s best-dressed descending on Milan, excellent outfits are pretty much guaranteed.

Of the “Big Four” Fashion Weeks, Milan has always struck me as the most glamorous. There’s a little more drama, polish and, yes, glitz to the way its fashion crowd dresses, which makes street style spotting particularly fun. After spending the week keeping an eye on the best looks outside the shows, I’m here to report back on the trends that are really taking hold in Milan right now.

From the skirt silhouette that’s having a particularly big moment in Italy to the non-boring neutral I spotted everywhere, these are the five Milan Fashion Week street style trends worth knowing about now.

5 Milan Fashion Week Street Style Trends to Copy Now:

1. Whispy Skirts

Style Notes: Few trends have made as much of a splash in Milan this Fashion Week as the pencil skirt. But among the sea of knee-grazing, streamlined styles, one particularly chic iteration kept catching my eye: gauzy skirts.

Whether it was an opaque pencil skirt finished with a wraparound layer of tulle or an entirely sheer style, transparent style, gauzy elements were woven through some of the best looks I spotted on Milan’s streets, adding a little movement and softness to what could otherwise be a very polished, prim silhouette.

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2. Cummerbunds

Style Notes: Borrowed from the boys, wraparound, waist-cinching cummerbunds made a surprisingly strong showing among Milan’s street style crowd this week. Traditionally used to bring structure to formal menswear and tuxedo dressing, the glossy waistband is being given a more relaxed fashion-person spin.

I spotted them worn over blazers to cinch in the waist, as well as in place of a belt with jumpers and trousers on repeat this week.

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3. Pink Shirts

Style Notes: Whilst a classic button-down remains a Milanese wardrobe essential, I noticed that many of the best-dressed attendees had swapped their usual gleaming white styles for a pink version instead.

An easy wardrobe switch, pink shirts bring colour and energy to an otherwise classic outfit, looking particularly good with tailored trousers or blue jeans. If the white shirt is starting to feel a little predictable, this might be the update to try.

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4. Polo Shirts

Style Notes: Sorry, T-shirts. Goodbye, tank tops. Polo shirts are shaping up to be the Milanese fashion person’s casual top of choice this season.

I spotted the sporty staple worn with everything from skirts to trousers and jeans, bringing a slightly preppy energy to otherwise polished looks. After seasons of the humble tee dominating off-duty dressing, the polo feels like a much fresher way to approach the everyday basics in your wardrobe.

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5. Chunky, Colourful Scarves

Style Notes: As temperatures dip, Milan’s fashion crowd is already trading the lightweight cotton scarves that completed so many summer looks for chunkier, wind-proof wool styles.

Brightly coloured and generously wrapped around the neck, these scarves offer an early hint at what’s coming for autumn/winter dressing. So, if you’re in the market for a new scarf, this is your sign to skip the neutrals.

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FYI, three wardrobe heroes just got a new season makeover. At Gucci’s Spring/Summer 2027 show in Milan, Demna put a new-season spin on leggings, knits and shirts, imbuing these wardrobe staples with the house’s signature mix of excess, glamour and party-girl energy.

From the coolest way to wear leggings right now to the shirt-styling trick that makes an outfit feel much more considered, here are the three Gucci-approved formulas to borrow this season.

1) Jodhpurs Tucked Into Boots

Style Notes: At Gucci, Demna swapped sporty lycra leggings for jodhpur-inspired styles, tucking them into tall riding boots to create a sleek, elongated silhouette with a notably equestrian energy.

To get the look, trade your usual shiny suspects for a more structured pair, add tall leather boots and suddenly the humble legging feels its most pulled together. Fancy a gallop around the park, anyone?

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2. Preppy Polos

Style Notes: At Gucci, Demna gave the humble polo knit a sharper attitude, plucking it away from its usual denim pairing and introducing it to some far more elevated combinations. Worn with leather and layered with jewels, the ubiquitous staple takes on a cooler energy, bringing a little tension to polished outfits and making the familiar feel fresh again.

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3. Layered Shirts

Style Notes: Demna’s Gucci knows that more is more, and that philosophy extends to even the most straightforward wardrobe staples. Case in point: the humble white shirt, which is layered up rather than worn alone. The extra layer adds structure and interest to make an otherwise basic outfit feel much more intentional.

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And just like that, London Fashion Week has drawn to a close. Between far too many Blank Street Blondie Matchas, show reports written in the back of our Volvo chariot and endless after parties, this crown jewel event certainly showcased that Great British fashion need not be relegated to the runway. Of course, you’d only need to look at the street style on offer for proof on that front.

From Burberry’s show at Chelsea College of Arts in the West to Sinead Gorey’s soirée at an iconic Shoreditch strip club in the East, the ensembles on display were as eclectic and significant as the façade of the city itself. Take any silhouette spotted on the front row and you’ll realise there is no such thing as a uniform for stylish denizens. As a result, the outfits on display ranged from knitwear encrusted with sequin motifs to pleated skirts speckled with hardware and many a vintage Mulberry Bayswater.

As someone who attended all five days, it’s an understatement to describe the looks that flooded the cobblestone streets and cement pavements before each show as high-octane at its finest. These were ensembles that fired on all cylinders, mixing texture, colour, print and sequin with reckless abandonment. The only rules of engagement were to come as you are, whether that be in ladylike pencil skirts or in low-rise jeans and Ugg Boots, as some stalwart fashion editors were spotted in.

Still, there were a few underlying themes that I noticed running through some of the strongest looks of the week. Long gone are the days where fashion trickles down from the runway. So, it’s only a matter of time before these outfits show up on the runway themselves. But knowing how attuned the stylish tastemakers of London are, I’m hedging my bets on these ensembles cropping up everywhere come October. Without further ado, scroll through for the 7 key street style trends of London Fashion Week.

The 7 Key Street Style Trends From London Fashion Week September 2026

1. To Tie For

Style Notes: Given how unpredictable British weather can be in September, it would be unwise to leave the home without a fine-knit jumper or oversized shirt to tide you over when the skies turn grey. Instead of hiding it away, however, the London Fashion Week street style set argued for incorporating it into your look. From Lydia Tár-esque sweaters thrown over shoulders to jumpers tied around the waist à la the Celine spring/summer 2027 men's show, practicality need not be a wanton virtue when you’re running from show to show.

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2. Check Me Out

Style Notes: Fashion’s love with polka dots has run its course, with London Fashion Week attendees pledging allegiance to another print: checks. Of course, with Burberry on the schedule, there was always going to be an increase in the heritage brand's trademark Nova Checks. Still, from Somerset House to the Old Bailey for Simone Rocha’s latest runway, checks showed up in full force. Plaid shirt days are clearly upon us.

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3. Big Coat Energy

Style Notes: The street style at London Fashion Week always delivers excellent coat sightings, and this season was no different. (After all, most shows are presented only a stone’s throw away from the heart of modern tailoring on Savile Row.) From the tuxedo offering at Erdem to the witchy takes outside of Bora Aksu, these are pieces that do a lot of the heavy lifting, literally acting like a suit of armour in a full-throttle week.

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4. IDGAF Denim

Style Notes: You can always spot a seasoned fashion editor from a mile away. Instead of chintzy sequins, statement jackets and a hairstyle that’s been gelled to the gods, they wear basic white T-shirts, casual jeans and some variation of an inconspicuous leather jacket. These types of attendees prove that looking your best does not need to come with all the bells and whistles. Sometimes, excessive styling is best reserved for the runway and not the front row.

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5. Skirt Chaser

Style Notes: We here at Who What Wear UK have waxed lyrical about printed skirts, specifically our adoration for Versace’s face skirt from Dario Vitale’s sole collection as creative director. At London Fashion Week, we proved to be in good company, with that piece cropping up all over the city. Elsewhere, Chopova Loewena’s trademark carabiner skirts continued to be a hit, especially outside of the bowling alley where they staged their latest show, whilst brocade and jacquard styles seen on Dries Van Noten’s autumn/winter 2026 collection also proved popular.

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6. Ruff(led) and Ready

Style Notes: As the runways have indicated, fashion is currently enthralled with all things bohemian. From velvet devoré to oversized glasses, this nomadic and eclectic sensibility is permeating the sartorial zeitgeist, regardless of what aesthetic you identify with. Ruffles are one such motif, cropping up everywhere from Ashley Williams’s oversized and Polly Pocket-esque dresses to the gothic trims of Alexander McQueen dresses.

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7. Hold Tight

Style Notes: A little bit Miss Havisham, a little bit Brideshead Revisited. Tights are one of those perennial British staples that are worth their weight in your underwear drawer. With the right colour and denier, they can completely overhaul your look. Cementing that as gospel are the likes of New York-based trend forecaster Mandy Lee, also known as @oldloserinbrooklyn, and British journalist and blogger, Susanna Lau, a.k.a @susiebubble. From optic whites to high-octane blues, this small but mighty staple will always prove useful.

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Lightness prevailed over the final day of London Fashion Week, with an unceremoniously British blue sky looming above as Daniel Lee unveiled his spring/summer 2027 collection for Burberry. The English designer, back on home soil for a few seasons now, has made it a part of his design methodology to toy with the elements, be it the earthy setting of summer festivals like Glastonbury, the lanolin-coated interiors of greasy spoons or the misty and moody banks of the Thames after dark.

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This time around, he took a more sprightly note with an uplifting palette and optimistic embellishments that proved, when the sun is high and the air is still, the United Kingdom is an especially superb place to be. This notion of serenity was woven throughout the entire collection, from embroidery that mimicked the native wildflowers that grow in abundance in country meadows, to verdant tennis lawn greens that garner international attention and even the strawberries and cream that become a staple cuisine this time of year.

As Lee himself claimed, this collection was Burberry at its most soulful. Over 61 looks, including one modelled by rapper Central Cee, Lee looked to the fundamentals of British dress, something the house has been setting a precedent for since 1856. “There’s an intentional imperfection: the idea of owning a piece, living in it.” Lee continues, acknowledging that these silhouettes were a return to “something instinctive… something felt…something true.’

The beauty of British dressing lies in its rebellion. Though the pieces felt quite put together, there was a relaxed undertone permeating each ensemble. Instead of structured trench coats, energetic anoraks with parachute-like volume added bounce and dimension to pastel dresses. Slip dresses were ornamented with sequins in sweet-shop tones, borrowing from the playbooks of Dries Van Noten and Miuccia Prada, albeit rendered in a way that felt completely British as they rivalled Mimosa buds and lavender fields.

There was an adjunct note of heritage too, especially through the tailoring and sportswear that was on display. If anything, it felt more youthquake-inspired, with pieces intended to look like they had been borrowed from a grandparent’s wardrobe with baggy fits and vintage cuts. This latter note underpinned the entire collection, with Lee looking to Burberry’s archives. Indeed, running across it all is Celia Birtwell, the British textile artist whose prints defined the look of the 1960s and 1970s.

A pioneer of print and best friends with David Hockney, her own visual language became a reference point for Lee to mine the signature Nova Check. Here, this print becomes distilled into clean lines and geometric space, like the seats guests sat on that evoked the animation style of Disney’s London in this era, as seen in films like 101 Dalmatians. The soundtrack reinforced this notion of nostalgia crashing with modernity, as David Bowie’s atmospheric and all-encompassing quality backdropped it all. Slightly hedonistic, entirely individualistic, these pieces evoked a bygone era of Mary Quant, King’s Road and Biba fashion boutique.

1. The Collection

2. The Front Row

3. The Accessories

After nearly a decade off the London Fashion Week schedule, Mulberry made its runway return this afternoon under the new leadership of industry veteran Christopher Kane.

For many in fashion today, a first taste of fashion joy may well have come in the form of a Mulberry Bayswater bag. As synonymous with the 2010s as the ankle boots and skinny jeans worn alongside it, the British label has long held a particularly soft spot in the hearts of those who grew up with it. Its return to the LFW schedule was therefore always going to draw a crowd, bringing together some of the industry's biggest names for Kane's much-anticipated debut.

The collection was tempered and assured, honing in on a fabrication that has long been central to the house: leather. It appeared everywhere, from dresses, coats and skirts to trousers, lapels, bags and shoes, cut into structured silhouettes that echoed the precision of Mulberry's accessories. Bayswater-inspired cut-outs framed dresses and jackets, while a subdued palette of black, brown, cream and grey kept things refined against clean lines and decisive draping.

Far from frothy, the collection's pared-back palette and structured shapes gave it a distinctly practical sensibility, reflected in the leather goods that helped build Mulberry's reputation. XXL bags brought both humour and functionality, while vinyl trench coats and exaggerated, puffed-up hoods added a playful edge to the otherwise considered collection.

There was room for a little after-dark glamour, too, though strictly no glitter. Instead, iridescent dresses were sliced into clever layers, offering a more grown-up take on disco dressing that caught the light with every movement.

A confident return to the Mulberry spirit: distinctly British, deeply rooted in craft, and grounded in the pieces that made the house a fashion fixture in the first place. Under Kane, Mulberry is rediscovering what made it so beloved—and giving those signatures a sharper, more contemporary edge.

There's a balance to be struck when creating to the theme of romance. Where passion and agony meet yearning, limerence and lust, Simone Rocha takes a tender approach, allowing the many faces of love—of devastation and elation—to permeate her collection with precision and poise.

"I'm trying to love you" topped the notes for her spring/summer 2027 collection, which explored the nature of love and beauty. The starting point was Caravaggio's masterpiece The Taking of Christ, a painting famously rediscovered in Dublin after around 200 years, having long been considered a copy of the lost original. Simone Rocha drew from its rich history and the idea of finding "the most beautiful thing in an unexpected place".

Set at London's Old Bailey, the show's setting reinforced Simone's concept, whilst the building's sinuous arches echoed the fluid fabrics and sculptural cuts that followed, as a procession of romantic looks swept through the room. Roses are undoubtedly back, appearing in thick strokes across necklines and climbing towards the head to form rosette-embellished hoods, whilst rose embroidery crept across sheer tulle dresses. Drop-waist hems drew on Rocha's enduring ballerina influence, whilst kitten Perspex heels and PVC wedges stood along ballet flats—Cinderella gone bad.

Clutching shawls, bags and jackets, models physically embodied the act of clinging and yearning. With Sense and Sensibility soon to grace screens, period drama-worthy gowns felt particularly timely.

Naturally, wardrobe staples received the Simone Rocha treatment, too, with bomber jackets styled with tailored Bermuda shorts. A delicate palette of lilac, black, cream and pink softened the collection, whilst the drama extended to beauty: embellished eyebrows framed flushed faces and velvet lips painted deep pouts. Hair was either gracefully draped or swept back with precision, echoing the artwork that inspired the collection.

Finding beauty in the unexpected, Rocha's latest collection delivered the bubble hems, ruffle finishes, powdery palette and intensely feminine styling we've come to adore from her. As ever, her vision of femininity remained remarkably strong.

Ask any far-flung Brit who's spent time on distant shores what British delights they're most eager to return to, and some sweet or salty M&S treat is almost certain to be mentioned. So embedded in British culture, the behemoth brand's place amongst London's most impactful designers at London Fashion Week feels like a given. Yet this week's runway show marked the label's first official encounter with LFW. Overdue, or perfectly timed? Its inclusion in the schedule coincides with Marks & Spencer's 100th year of fashion—a fitting moment to make its debut.

The milestone was met with all the glamour you'd expect. Hosted at Kensington High Street's London Design Museum, the multi-floor experience showcased 59 ready-to-shop designs across womenswear and menswear.

And ready-to-wear they certainly were. Standout looks ranged from evening-ready staples to seductive, subdued lingerie-inspired pieces, styled to peek out just so beneath sharp tailoring in a way that felt genuinely suited to the capital the brand has long served. Elsewhere, gowns caught the light as a procession of genuine stars took to the runway. Oasis fans will have clocked Lennon Gallagher's telltale bushy brows as the young singer modelled a grey suit styled with a tonal knit, whilst Lara Stone, Erin O'Connor, Jodie Kidd and Karen Elson appeared throughout. Celebrity spilt over into the front row, too, where Joan Collins, Jessie Ware, Pixie Geldof and Anaïs Gallagher were among the guests.

Setting the tone for the trends Londoners will genuinely be wearing this season, boho-inspired silhouettes were woven throughout the collection, while Americana-inspired tailoring nodded towards denim and suede as two of the season's defining fabrications.

So few institutions feel as entrenched in the fabric of British culture as Marks & Spencer, making its arrival at London Fashion Week feel like an overdue acknowledgement of its place within British fashion. A century into its fashion story, Marks & Spencer is ready to write its next chapter—with London standing behind it.

There are few brands that cater to the demands of the modern wardrobe like H&M, which makes the brand’s place in the London Fashion Week calendar feel particularly apt. Its collections are among those the city’s fashion set will genuinely be reaching for over the coming months—and, as this season proved, H&M certainly knows how to put on a show.

Unveiled in three parts, H&M’s Autumn 2026 collection brought together pieces from the H&M Studio and H&M Atelier lines. Setting the tone, Brazilian ballerina Ingrid Silva cast a romantic light across the runway before Alex Consani appeared in a sheer lace blouse, slim white trousers and cream jacquard heels.

Part ballet, part play—entirely theatrical, the show retained a sense of yearning romance that thrummed throughout. The collection carried its own romantic, whimsical edge, calling on natural references through draped florals and spiderweb-like sheerness, creating a ground, distinctly gothic-romantic mood. Ruffles tapped into the wider Victorian influence resonating across the season, whilst the shoes brought a softer, more polished finish to the looks, with richer fabrications, including leathers and denims grounding the collection’s more ethereal elements.

"This show is a celebration of creativity, and of human relationships. I wanted to create something that felt romantic, emotional, human and painterly, all while experimenting with new technologies. My mission throughout my career has been to push the boundaries of fashion and stay curious about the next thing. I’m excited that H&M shares that vision.” Spoke Nick Knight, Founder and Director, SHOWstudio, who was brought in as Creative Director of the show.

As technology’s influence on fashion continues to deepen, H&M merged the physical and digital worlds to generate fashion films in real time. The resulting interplay between physical and digital, past and future, made for an immersive experience that felt both rooted in the romance of fashion and distinctly otherworldly—a fitting backdrop for a collection that looked straight towards what we’ll be wearing next.

The first drop of H&M’s Autumn 26 womenswear collection, as well as the H&M Atelier menswear collection, were made available to See Now, Buy Now on 17 September across H&M’s online channels.

Any fashion fan knows that little else can get the heart racing quite like tracking down a rare, pre-loved piece. Between the hunting, the bidding and the winning, few thrills come close. Translating this intimate moment, so often confined to shopper and screen, eBay’s Endless Runway brought the scroll to the streets, showcasing an edit of archival pieces plucked straight from the wardrobes of some of fashion’s most influential dressers.

Back for its third year, eBay’s live shoppable runway arrived at London Fashion Week with a cast of fashion and cultural creatives, each drawing from their own wardrobes and creative worlds to respond to this year’s theme, ‘Forever’. The question was simple: what deserves to live forever? The answers came in the form of pre-loved pieces with stories, history and plenty of mileage still left in them.

If anyone can get a party started, it’s Raven Smith, who took to the microphone to host the live, shoppable show. Contributing a pair of Auralee Leather Trousers (£200) himself, costume designer Sandy Powell CBE offered up a vintage nightgown once worn by Scarlett Johansson in The Other Boleyn Girl. Elsewhere, Daisy Edgar-Jones put an Acne Studios Red Crochet Dress (£120) up for grabs, while Harry Lambert contributed a Prada S/S 12 shirt and Jean Paul Gaultier’s Mona Lisa mesh top.

Model wears a vintage nightgown once worn by Scarlett Johansson in The Other Boleyn Girl.

Styled by eBay’s Pre-Loved Styling Team, archival finds were paired with contemporary pieces, shattering conceptions that pre-loved pieces ought to be treated as museum artefacts. Powder pink, one of the season’s key colour trends, appeared throughout; meanwhile, Chanel tweed floated down the runway alongside denim.

Model wears an Acne Studios Crochet Dress, contributed by Daisy Edgar-Jones.

Tapping into the thrill of the find, eBay skirted the usual months and months of waiting for these looks to reach stores, allowing viewers to shop each look in real time through eBay Live as it appeared on the catwalk.

In a fashion landscape obsessed with what’s next, eBay continues to look at what’s already out there: pieces that have survived seasons, wardrobes and trends, only to feel exciting all over again.

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New York Fashion Week is in full swing, and as such, I've been able to top up my moodboard with a fresh dose of styling inspiration. With the city's chicest flocking to Manhattan for a flurry of fashion week events, my attention is on the street style happening right outside the shows, and the many ways the fashion set are rising to the demands of fashion week dressing. Whilst I love the higher-octane glamour that comes with fashion month, I can't help but gravitate towards the more wearable looks for the lion's share of my outfit inspiration. And, in doing so, I've spotted a number of chic jeans trends that stylish New Yorkers are reaching for this season.

From the "dated" trend making its comeback to the style I genuinely didn't see coming, read on to discover the three jeans trends taking off in New York this week.

3 Jeans Trends New Yorkers Are Wearing Now

1. Bootcut Jeans

Style Notes: Back with a vengeance for autumn/winter 2026, bootcut jeans are finally re-emerging as the season's favourite silhouette. Worn longline with a subtle flare, Elsa Hosk styled hers sans boots, instead opting for a classic pointed-toe heel that made her legs go on and on. A little dressier than your average straight-leg pair, I'm so glad these once-forgotten jeans are getting their moment in the spotlight once again.

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2. Unfastened Jeans

Style Notes: While I expected to see baggy jeans, and even skinny styles, out in New York this week, what I didn't expect to catch sight of was the unbuttoned jeans trend. Yes, that's right—I'm talking about your regular jeans worn without fastening the final button. Taking the "undone" styling trend to a whole new level, wearing your jeans this way gives you an effortless energy I truly believe no styling trick could quite match. Cool and unfussy in a very New York kind of way, I can see the coolest city dwellers across the pond catching on to this soon.

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3. Mid-Rise Straight Leg

Style Notes: If you're ever stuck on what to wear, I don't think I'll ever stop suggesting mid-rise straight-leg jeans—and New York's chicest clearly agree that this denim trend will always land. Wearing hers with a matching button-down jacket, Tate McRae opted for a longline pair that puddled at the floor, creating an easy outfit that still met all the demands of dressing for the city.

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Two marvellous things are occurring: autumn has hit New York, and New York Fashion Week is finally in full swing. Which means that the style in the city has just got really, really good. Stepping out for the Ralph Lauren runway show in New York this week, a swarm of stylish celebrities descended on the front row in autumn 2026’s chicest offerings. From the jacket trends draped over the shoulders of the best-dressed spectators to the new-season shoes tempting me away from my loafers, these are the three autumn trends New Yorkers are backing right now.

3 Chic Autumn Trends New Yorkers are Wearing Now

1. Suede Fringing

Style Notes: The advent of autumn is one of my favourite times of year, not least because suede finally gets the wardrobe recognition it deserves. This year, though, the suede offering is feeling particularly compelling, with playful fringing adding movement and texture to the season’s chicest jackets. Spotted on Devon Lee Carlson outside the Ralph Lauren runway show, the model layered hers over a simple top and paired it with bootcut jeans and heeled boots, creating an autumn-ready look I’d gladly borrow for the rest of the season.

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2. Lace-Up Boots

Style Notes: No need to pull out your Chelsea boots just yet. This season, the chicest dressers I’ve come across are swapping their usual pairs for something a little witchier. Often finished with a sharp pointed toe and extending up the calf or even to the knee, lace-up boots are bringing a distinctly cooler energy to autumn outfits. Worn tucked into voluminous trousers, they create an elevated silhouette, but they’d work just as well with a swishy skirt for a more overtly witchy look.

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3. Band Jackets

Style Notes: Where broad-shouldered blazers once dominated fashion circles, this autumn/winter, fashion people are making space for a whole host of fresh jacket trends. My favourite? The band jacket. Building on the Napoleon jacket trend that’s been swirling around the fashion world for the past few seasons, these orchestra-worthy layers are finally taking their due place in the spotlight. Worn with jeans, they add immediate interest, but styled with tonal trousers, they offer one of the chicest takes on tailoring around.

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With autumn less than a month away, it’s time to start thinking about the new clothing I’ll be adding to my seasonal capsule wardrobe. We can all probably agree that choosing the right colour can make or break an outfit. And even though darker neutrals typically dominate the autumn season, for 2026 specifically I’m determined to find elegant, easy-to-wear shades that are different from my typical black and brown wardrobe. My first port of call for inspiration? The runway, of course.

Designers across the globe, from London to New York, showcased a number of sophisticated but effortless colour trends on the autumn/winter 2026 runways, and it was clear that the shades we opt for will very much do the heavy lifting when it comes to taking an outfit from simple to elevated this season. So after hours spent scrolling through ready-to-wear lookbooks, as well as plucking the brains of my fellow editors who attended the shows earlier this year, I was able to narrow my attention down to five key colour trends set to dominate autumn 2026. And you'll be pleased to know that from refined carbon greys to bold plum hues, there’s something to suit both minimalists and maximalists alike.

So if you, like me, have been feeling that urge for a new-season colour palette refresh, keep scrolling to discover the five easy but elegant colour trends that are set to be everywhere in autumn 2026.

5 Elegant But Easy-to-Wear Colour Trends That Will Dominate Autumn 2026

1. Midnight

Style Notes: Arguably the closest shade to black, midnight hues dominated the autumn/winter 2026 runways. Effortlessly elegant, expensive-looking. any price point and just as versatile as any neutral, it's the perfect colour for minimalists like me to invest in this season. And don’t just take it from me: the likes of Ferragamo, Gucci, Burberry and Victorita Bekcham are all backing this shade for the new season.

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2. Plum

Style Notes: Whilst the deep burgundy hues that dominated last autumn were undoubtedly sophisticated, for 2026, I’m looking for something that feels just a tad more elevated. And the bold plum ensembles that were showcased on the runway from brands such as Miu Miu and Hermès feel like the perfect fit for my personal style. It feels equally as grown-up as it is fun, and also surprisingly versatile, pairing well with creams, black and even chocolate brown. To me, it adds just the right amount of colour to my minimalist wardrobe without feeling overbearing.

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3. Carbon

Style Notes: Versatile, grown-up, and effortlessly cool, carbon grey has long been a part of my capsule colour palette. And luckily for me, designers are also placing this colour at the forefront for autumn 2026, with brands such as Prada, Bottega Veneta and Sportmax showing head-to-toe looks in this chic hue. From outerwear to heels, I’m very ready to embrace the “groutfit” this season.

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4. Moss

Style Notes: Green has been trending on and off for a few years now, but instead of the warmer, olive-y iterations we saw last year, muted moss green is at the forefront of designers’ minds for the new year. But never fear, as it’s proving to be no less versatile. Seen on the runway on the likes of Fendi and Emporio Armani, moss green will pair effortlessly with black, white, and brown alike, proving its easy-styling ability. Me personally? I’d wear this elegant hue head-to-toe with pops of cream to break it up.

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5. Scarlet

Style Notes: Practically a neutral in the wardrobes of fashion people, it should come as no surprise that scarlet red is back for yet another season. From Chanel to Chloé, it seemed like luxury fashion houses couldn't get enough of this eye-catching shade. And the best part? It’s a foolproof way to earn you compliments no matter the price point you decide to invest in.

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