Style Resolutions: The 7 Trends Our Fashion Editors Will Embrace in 2026

      As we enter a new year, it presents a fruitful opportunity to delve into emerging trends and reimagine how we wear our wardrobe, while also refreshing our personal style. Several microtrends that have been gaining momentum toward the end of 2025 are anticipated to make a significant impact in 2026. Keeping this in mind, I consulted some of my colleagues at Who What Wear UK to get insights on the must-have items, aesthetics, and movements they are eager to embrace come spring. What stands out most are the nostalgic elements that weave through these trends. To move forward, we sometimes need to glance back; revisiting the styles, costumes, and signature pieces from the past often shapes future trends and preferences. This is particularly evident as we look toward the fashion landscape of 2026. From Napoleon-inspired jackets and Victorian boots to medieval elegance, flapper aesthetics, and the resurgence of the modern pillbox hat, our editors are welcoming the new year with a touch of history nestled in their wardrobes. If you’re interested in the new vibes and historic influences we’ll be channeling for spring 2026, keep reading for my early adopter's cheat sheet, along with some shopping suggestions to inspire you.

      1. **Flappercore – Ava Gilchrist**

      **Style Notes:** "As we approach the end of the decade, 2026 offers the perfect chance to indulge in the glitz and glamour reminiscent of the roaring '20s. Inspired by fashions from a century ago, I plan to step into the new year adorned with vintage-style, flapper-inspired fringed bags, beaded slip dresses similar to those worn by Daisy Buchanan in The Great Gatsby, and lace details combined with faux-fur coats from the Edwardian era. I might even be headed to a prohibition-themed bar in this exact outfit soon..." — Ava Gilchrist, SEO writer

      **Shop the Trend:**

      - **RABANNE**

      Fringed Crystal-Embellished Silver-Tone Chainmail Hat

      "If money were no object, this is the piece I’d wear all year."

      - **THE POSSE**

      Tassel Belt in Black

      "This fringed accessory will give a sculpted shape to whatever you pair it with, whether it's a delicate sheer blouse or an oversized fur coat."

      2. **Pill-Box Hats – Sophie Robyn Watson**

      **Style Notes:** "With each haircut, I feel the urge to go shorter. Now, with a micro-bob, I’m keen to accessorize my cropped hair with striking and fun pieces like the pillbox hat. I've noticed a broader trend of vintage-inspired investments, from headpieces and timeless coats to classic handbags, and I want to be part of it. I recently found a stylish retro leopard-print pillbox hat in a charity shop that has been my go-to ever since (it feels very Mrs Robinson-inspired). For 2026, I’m eager to expand my collection to have a hat for every day and outfit of the week. New York milliner Gigi Burris is paving the way for this trend, with her luxurious hats available in various chic neutral tones, making them favorites among style icons like Pamela Anderson, Tessa Thompson, and Doja Cat." — Sophie Robyn Watson, acting fashion editor

      **Shop the Trend:**

      - **GIGI BURRIS**

      Sharina Wool-Felt Beret

      "Gigi Burris is the go-to milliner. Her hats are gorgeous."

      - "This sculpted beret comes in shades of beige and chocolate—chic colors only."

      - "Pair this 100% wool option with your scarf jackets this spring."

      3. **Nouveaux Animal Prints – Marina Avraam**

      **Style Notes:** "I firmly believe that leopard print is a neutral, but I’ve noticed a subtle shift occurring. Animal prints aren’t disappearing; they’re evolving. A new collection of prints is emerging. Deer-print jackets are appearing in trendy spaces online, cow-print shoes are becoming favorites among fashion enthusiasts, and snake print is making its mark on everything from boots to accessories. The result is a fresher, more playful, and unexpectedly refined take on animal prints." — Marina Avraam, senior shopping editor

      **Shop the Trend:**

      - **MANGO**

      100% Leather Fur Jacket

      "I’ve been eyeing Mango's 100% leather jacket with a delicate deer-print finish for a while. Its neat collar and streamlined zipper provide an understated elegance, making it perfect for both office and casual evening wear."

      - **Le Monde Beryl**

      Regency Slipper

      "When it comes to cow print, I prefer a minimal approach, using it as an accent rather than the main focus. These Le Monde Beryl flats feel like the perfect addition—distinctive yet subtly chic."

      - **Massimo Dutti**

      Small Animal Print Shoulder Bag

      "Choosing just one