Style Resolutions: The 7 Trends Our Fashion Editors Plan to Embrace in 2026
A new year presents an excellent opportunity to delve into emerging trends and fresh ways to style your wardrobe while also refreshing your personal aesthetic. As we approach 2026, several microtrends that began to surface at the end of 2025 are anticipated to breach the mainstream. To get insights on the standout pieces, styles, and movements that my fellow editors at Who What Wear UK are eager to adopt this spring, I reached out for their thoughts. What stands out the most is the nostalgic theme threading through all of them. Sometimes, to envision the future, we need to glance back; revisiting garments, costumes, and key pieces from the past often shapes future styles and preferences. This sentiment is particularly relevant as we look to the fashion landscape of 2026. From Napoleon-inspired jackets to Victorian footwear, and medieval elegance to flapper aesthetics combined with the resurgence of the modern pill-box hat, our editors are ushering in the new year with a nod to history. If you’re interested in the new vibes and the vintage influences we’ll be tapping into for spring 2026, continue reading for my guide for early adopters, along with some shopping suggestions to inspire you.
1. **Flappercore – Ava Gilchrist**
Style Notes: "We’re now closer to the decade's end than its start, making 2026 the perfect time to indulge in the glitz and glamour of the roaring '20s. Drawing inspiration from a hundred years ago, I'm welcoming the new year with flapper-inspired fringed bags, beaded slip dresses reminiscent of Daisy Buchanan in The Great Gatsby, and lace details with faux-fur coats from the Edwardian era. Who knows, a visit to a prohibition-style bar in this outfit might be on the horizon…" — Ava Gilchrist, SEO writer
Shop the Trend:
- RABANNE Fringed Crystal-Embellished Silver-Tone Chainmail Hat
"If there were no financial constraints, this is the specific piece I’d wear throughout the year."
- THE POSSE Tassel Belt in Black
"This fringed accessory will sculpt any look, whether paired with a delicate sheer blouse or an oversized fur coat."
2. **Pill-Box Hats — Sophie Robyn Watson**
Style Notes: "With each haircut, I find myself wanting shorter styles, and now with a micro-bob just grazing my ears, I’m keen to accessorize my cropped hair with eye-catching pieces. That's where the pill-box hat comes in. I’ve noticed a growing trend for vintage-style investments, including headwear and classic bags, and I want to join in too. I recently found a delightful retro leopard-print pill-box hat at a thrift shop, which I've been wearing constantly—it has a Mrs. Robinson vibe. For 2026, I'm aiming to diversify my headwear collection to have one for every day and outfit. New York milliner Gigi Burris is leading the charge, bringing this trend stateside. Her luxurious hats offer chic, neutral tones appealing to those with discerning wardrobes." — Sophie Robyn Watson, acting fashion editor
Shop the Trend:
- GIGI BURRIS Sharina Wool-Felt Beret
"Gigi Burris is the milliner to watch; her hats are spectacular."
- "This sculpted beret is available in beige and chocolate—purely chic colors."
- "Pair this 100%-wool option with your scarf jackets this spring."
3. **Nouveaux Animal Prints – Marina Avraam**
Style Notes: "I staunchly believe leopard print is a neutral, but I’ve been observing a subtle shift in the animal print landscape. Rather than fading away, it’s transforming. Enter a new collection of prints: deer-printed jackets appearing in stylish corners of the internet, cow-print shoes gaining traction among fashion aficionados, and snake print making its way onto everything from boots to accessories. This shift feels fresher, more playful, and surprisingly refined." — Marina Avraam, senior shopping editor
Shop the Trend:
- MANGO 100% Leather Fur Jacket
"I’ve been eyeing Mango’s leather jacket, embellished with a subtle deer-print, for a while. The neat collar and sleek zipper add understated sophistication, working just as well in the office as in casual evening settings."
- Le Monde Beryl Regency Slipper
"In my view of cow print, less is more. I prefer it as an accent instead of the centerpiece, so these flats from Le Monde Beryl seem perfect. They’re distinctive yet elegantly understated."
- Massimo Dutti Small Animal Print Shoulder Bag
"Choosing a single snake-print piece wasn’t easy, but I fell for this sleek bag from Massimo Dutti. Its subtle '90s vibe and clean design strike a balance between being a
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