It may feel strange to visualize warm-weather style when we’re in the middle of an arctic freeze, but spring will be here sooner than you think, and since we’re in the business of looking ahead, we’re already deep in thought about what’s to come. Our fashion trend report showcased a variety of themes for next season, which we’re unpacking and decoding in own ways, below.
Vogue Editors’ Favorite Spring Fashion Trends
Let’s start with color: springy palettes (and their coordinating combinations) offer a tangible way to translate runway trends to a wardrobe. Next season’s lean rich and strong—think mint green and powder pink, deep reds and navy blues, as well as emerald tones, such as royal purple and moss green. Spring’s many texture interventions—fringe, fuzzy, and frothy lace—bring movement to clothes, while collected treasures (in the form of heirloom pendant necklaces and sculptural jewelry) add depth to top off the looks. Subtle references to different eras appear in drop-waist silhouettes, as seen at Chanel and Tory Burch, and in 18th century-inspired military jackets at Erdem.
The overarching mood is wearable yet personable—pile on the textures, play with layering, and go big with proportions, however you desire. For us, it’s starts with these spring 2026 trends, below.
Jazz Age
“I m a sucker for a Jazz Age moment: I love the flapper silhouette, can’t resist a bugle bead embellishment, and love to pretend I’m in a Fitzgerald novel.”—Chloe Malle, head of editorial content
Modern Layering
“When the spring collections drop in February, there is still a chill in the air, for Spring, I can t wait to layer (and de-layer!) when the weather allows. Louise Trotter at Bottega did this best, playing with tailoring, knitwear, and color to create these effortless yet styled combinations.” —Libby Page, executive commerce director
Pink Shirting
“As I type this, I’m wearing my newly acquired beautifully constructed button down from Mexico City-based shirting studio, Chava. Immediately after I saw the pink shirts walk the runways at Louise Trotter’s debut for Bottega Veneta and Matthieu Blazy’s Charvet shirts for Chanel, I knew I needed to add one in a blush shade to my large collection of button-downs. Consider it a seasonal update to the most-worn silhouette in my wardrobe, an SS26 trend no brainer!” —Madeline Fass, fashion market director, shopping
Fringe Benefits
“Fringe can be overly bohemian, feathers dramatically festive, but context is everything, and there’s a way to make both feel sleek and mature. Bottega and Fforme proved it by keeping the styling minimal, contrasting these more expressive pieces with sharp tailoring and flip-flops. I am taking notes!” — Talia Abbas, shopping director
Clutches
“The spring 2026 runways were all about the clutch bag as seen at Celine, Bottega Veneta, Alberta Ferretti, Altuzarra, amongst others. There’s just something so chic about using a clutch especially during the day. Black may read a bit too formal but a chocolate brown is just the right shade to take you from day to night.” —Irene Kim, production and editorial associate
Dark Denim
"Dark wash denim is back, and it feels more polished, powerful, and unapologetically wearable than ever. As a certified denimophile myself, SS26’s tailored high-rise, slouchy wide-leg, and barrel-leg styles are shouting my name. It’s a deep indigo wash comeback and I am so here for it!” —Ciarra Lorren Zatorski, fashion editor
Military Jackets
“A spring/summer 2026 trend I can’t stop thinking about is the return of the Napoleon jacket—though, if you ask me, it never really left. The military silhouette has always occupied prime real estate in my wardrobe. This season, designers finally gave it the spotlight it deserves. Personally, I treat the style like a collector’s item, endlessly scrolling eBay in search of the next great find—because when it comes to military jackets, you can truly never have enough!” —Minty Mellon, shopping market editor
Drop-Waist Skirts
“I’ve always been partial to a lower-slung skirt, but the SS26 runways confirmed now is the time to invest. The drop-waist skirts at Matthieu Blazy’s Chanel debut were part of what made it feel so fresh and modern. I managed to nab a fabulous embellished skirt at Diotima’s December studio sale, and sized up so it would sit nicely on my hips—lower than intended, but just what I’m into for this spring.” —Madeleine Schulz, US editor, Vogue Business
Pillow Talk
“Ethereal, soft, lightweight, and airy—I’m looking forward to wearing pieces that are as comfortable as pajamas, but as sculptural as statues. Nothing screams, “chic and unbothered,” quite like a head-to-boot all-white ensemble, I guess Pantone had some points.” —Cortne Bonilla, senior shopping writer
Found Treasures
“I might be looking way, way ahead, but I love the idea of incorporating high summer accessories in a winter wardrobe. Why not pair a string of shells with a tailored coat? Or a citrine cord pendant with an oversized cashmere knit? It’s these offbeat pairings that feel witty and fresh—Tory always gets it right.” —Talia Abbas, shopping director
Hannah Jackson
“Switch up your go-to trousers with a pair of airy balloon pants. While they feel like an extension of the ongoing boho trend, Altuzarra and Greta Constantine offered two more interpretations that can liven up both your workwear and off-duty ’fits. Create some sartorial tension with leather or a graphic tee—or go the traditional Chloé-approved route in a lace-trimmed top.” —Hannah Jackson, fashion writer
Scarf Dressing
“Scarf dressing reaches new heights for spring, as seen at Celine and Kallmeyer. No longer an afterthought, the printed foulard scarf becomes the crux of a modern wardrobe—worn as top, tied with intention at the waist or neck, and scaled up in bold prints.” —Andrea Zendejas, shopping market editor
Fresh Color Combos
“Bold, vibrant hues dominated the spring/summer runways—from Bottega Veneta to Versace and Jil Sander where they were often styled in unexpected pairings. These confident color combinations breathed new life into classic silhouettes, proving there’s no such thing as a wrong mix this season: opt for subtle pastels reminiscent of spring florals, or lean into striking contrasts guaranteed to turn heads.” —Minty Mellon, shopping market editor
