The downside of watching runways six months before launch season is waiting for each trend to arrive. Although, of course, this allows for a lot of moodboarding, outfit planning, and making room in your wardrobe for whatever else you’re planning on adding. From this weekend, you’ll find me at boot sales.
However, now that we are entering the spring/summer season, pieces from the September shows are beginning to appear in stores. However, until the weather improves, it’s wise to tread with caution before heading out wearing a crochet blouse and denim shorts in – as my dashboard told me this morning – a shiver-inducing six degrees.
All of these fit seamlessly with anything you already have hanging in your wardrobe—especially the coin belt, this season’s most sought-after accessory, and one that Celine has made completely her own.
Scroll through to see each trend in action.
6 Spring/Summer 26 Runway Trends to Wear Right Now:
1. Safari Chic
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Style Notes: Utility jackets, khaki tones and cargo trousers appear occasionally on the spring/summer 26 runway with Balmain, Burberry, Isabel Marant and Saint Laurent are excellent examples. throughline? Safari chic. Undone, effortless and with a coolness that’s especially tempting to emulate, especially before it gets too hot for extra layers.
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isabel marant
Julissa Leather-Trimmed Organic Cotton Jacket
Since Isabel Marant’s collection leans heavily on the safari chic theme, it is an obvious starting point for investing in this aesthetic. With buckles, pockets, rope ties and a rich interplay of colours, this exclusive piece is luxurious in its details.
free people
Citizens of Humanity Special Flight Pants
Some fashion designers lean toward the safari chic trend like cargo trousers. The more pockets, the better.
Frankie’s Shop
Tila Oversized Cotton Shirt in Green – Frankie Shop
For a more formal look on this trend, the khaki shirt is an easy starting point. White jeans, linen trousers and a skirt to match the tone all match perfectly.
MS
Cotton Rich Premium Slim Fit Tank Top
A classic cotton tank will easily become one of the most versatile items in any wardrobe.
Mango
cotton jacket with pockets
With a cinched waist and two deep pockets, this is a minimalist but practical take on the utility jacket.
2. Coin Belt
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Style Notes: If last year brought us layered belts, this season is all about statement-making designs. Hermes attached the Kelly bag to his waistband, Louis Vuitton leaned toward rope, and Celine created her own version of the classic coin belt: featuring extra-large medallions, oval metal clasps, and heavy hardware. Belts, they remind us, are one of the most outfit-altering accessories.
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Simple and sleek, Khaite’s Central Coin Belt is already almost sold out in black leather colorway, and suede will surely follow suit.
Rixo
Leyla coin belt in gold
Dresses, jeans and even a bare midriff (here’s looking at you, Carrie Bradshaw) will all be instantly elevated by this jewel-like coin belt.
Polo Ralph Lauren
metal-accent leather belt
Combining the classic coin belt with a distinctly Western flair, this piece from Ralph Lauren is my personal favorite.
Dior’s Madeleine belt is a major find of its Spring/Summer 26 runway, and there are loafers to match.
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Asos Design Mixed Resin Chain Belt in Silver
This gemstone-inspired resin belt adds a pop of color to any outfit.
3. Color-blocking
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Style Notes: Pink and green, pink and burgundy, red and white, green and yellow—the The Spring/Summer 26 runway was a kaleidoscope of colors, combining wildly contrasting hues to spectacular effect. After all, opposites attract. For those who want to be adventurous, invest in key pieces that match this vibe, and look to Prada, Chanel, Alaia and Baleniaga for inspiration on particularly eye-catching combinations.
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Improvement
francesca dress
This retro mini comes in several colors, but baby pink looks easy for weddings, summer parties, and evening dinners.
prada
Re-Nylon Oversized Blouse Jacket in Green
It’s the perfect Prada piece straight from the Spring/Summer 26 runway and, predictably, it’s already proving incredibly popular.
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Bunny Russet Silk Flared Jeans
Wear boldly colored jeans the same way you wear your trusty blue denim and you won’t go far wrong.
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oversized short sleeve linen shirt
With the sun arriving, it’s time to swap out crisp cotton shirts for lightweight linens.
Anoraks, windbreakers, shell jackets – no matter what term you use, they’re one of the most sought-after items at the moment, thanks in large part to YSL and Hailey Bieber.
4. Balloon trousers
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Style Notes: Balmain, Michael Kors and Calvin Klein were far from the only labels to send out balloon trousers that decadeThe Spring/Summer 26 runways, cementing exaggerated-hem trousers as a key trend continuing from last year. Neutral colours, exaggerated silhouettes and silky fabrics are all proving particularly popular, as is the styling trick of pairing them with boots: hot for this time of year, and an easy way to accentuate proportions.
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Mango
Satin-Finish Harem Pants with Poppers
Would you prefer balloon trousers with a more formal feel? With sharp pleats and a popped ankle cuff, this mango pair offers just that.
Keep quiet
Adira Crinkle Bubble Hem Trouser
These crinkle-effect trousers add interest through both shape and texture. A classic white shirt will be especially easy to style as well as a matching top.
TOVE
Estelia Knit Wide-Leg Pant
With both a tie waist and ankle, this adjustable balloon trouser is one of the most comfortable on the market.
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nylon sarouille trousers
Although nylon may not be the most comfortable fabric during hot summer days, it holds its shape. So, if volume is your main objective, consider this pair particularly suitable.
Byte Studio
Bite Studio Remy Airy Trouser
These slightly sheer trousers look just as polished with a coordinating shirt as they do with a crisp white vest.
5. Bold Bohemian
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Style Notes: Since the debut of Chemena Kamali’s Autumn/Winter 24 Chloé, Bohemian style has sat firmly at the top of the agenda—lace, creamy palettes and floaty fabrics galore. However, there is a change afoot this season. More vibrant colors, bolder patterns (florals being prominent among them) and more dynamic silhouettes were all seen at Chloé and Zimmerman, two of the aesthetic’s major players.
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Zimmerman
Luna Ruffled Chiffon Midi Skirt
Zimmerman’s watercolor style skirt, seen on the Spring/Summer 26 runway, is already in stores and selling out fast.
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Frederica Lace-Trimmed Organic Cotton-Voil Blouse
Whether you style it with an animal print skirt and bangles or jeans and a coin belt, don’s floaty loc blouses look very attractive.
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Silk embroidered bead-embellished jacket
New York label Bode are like the original pioneers of modern folk and bohemia, and this jacket is so special, it’s like a collector’s item.
A basket bag is a must-have in a summer boho wardrobe.
Mother
Peasant Poet Embroidered Cotton-Voile Shirt
Embroidered details and motifs are a definite boho microtrend.
6. Full-on fringing
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Style Notes: Fringing always has a way of raising a hem, a lapel, a sleeve. After all, it is the cornerstone of trending western dressing. But this season, textural detailing is taking center stage in a much bigger way, covering the majority of each piece rather than simply dominating it. Think fully ruffled skirts, bags and tops that take tactile dressing to its logical extreme. Max Mara, Roksanda and Gabriela Hearst have all made the case on the runway – and the latter is still in stock If you want to purchase directly from the show.
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selfridges
Sokna Ruffled Midi Skirt
Dries Van Noten never fails to produce statement-making, yet especially sleek pieces, including this ruffled skirt. Style with a shirt and mules and you can wear it to office too.
prada
Galleria Medium Suede Bag with Fringe
This is a more playful rendition of the famous Prada Galleria. Plus, suede bags are still one of the most sought-after styles.
Mango
Midi skirt with textured yarn
It’s probably the most similar Gabriela Hearst dress you’ll find on the high street.
ulla johnson
Leonie Fringed Leather Top
Fringed leather looks incredibly luxurious and it’s easier to style than you might first think. Other natural materials like cotton (denim included), linen and silk all match perfectly.
MS
tassel midi pencil skirt
Paired with a simple vest top or tee and kitten heels, this purple tassel skirt will make an easy party piece.
