On the Cutting Edge: 9 Fall 2026 Trends to Incorporate Into Your Spring Wardrobe Before They Become Mainstream
We have been engaged in extensive discussions at the Who What Wear offices regarding the future of fashion in 2026, focusing on influential looks from the fall/winter 2026 runways and observing the emergence of early trends within the fashion community. As the year progresses, we’ve already noted significant changes in style direction. Fashion driven by personality is more prominent than ever, with intricate prints and embellishments adding depth to designs, and romantic styles making a strong comeback. Additionally, we’ve identified trends that early adopters are beginning to incorporate into their wardrobes, such as royal purple shades and tuxedo-inspired dressing. Below are the fall 2026 trends we anticipate will be immensely popular in six months, which forward-thinking dressers can start wearing now.
**Layers of Organza**
- ZARA: Double Tulle Effect Halter Top
- Khaite: Sydni Floral-Printed Silk Organza Midi Skirt
**Royal Purple**
- J.Crew: Perfect Cashmere Cardigan
- HIGH SPORT: Kick Cropped Wool-Blend Flared Pants
**Intricate Car Coats**
- Staud: Halton Floral Brocade Jacket
- DRIES VAN NOTEN: Embroidered Cotton-Canvas Coat
**Scarf Print Tops**
- KALLMEYER: Fluted Silk-Twill Scarf Top
- Christopher Esber: Bandana-Print Silk-Twill Scarf Tie Top
**Skirt Suits**
- Versace: Draped Envers-Satin Blazer
- Versace: Draped Envers-Satin Midi Skirt
**Tank Dresses**
- Massimo Dutti: Flowing Round Neck Midi Dress
**Tapestry Embroidery**
- La Fuori: Whispering Wings Tapestry Embroidered Silk Satin Maxi Dress
- Conner Ives: Embroidered Silk Cord Bag
**Tuxedo Dressing**
- SAINT LAURENT: Tube Satin-Trimmed Grain De Poudre Wool Blazer
- J.Crew: Ludlow Slim-Fit Pleated-Bib Tuxedo Shirt
**Ruffles**
- ABADIA: Ruffled Wool-Blend Twill and Plissé-Crepe Blazer
- Khaite: Sal Ruffled Wool-Silk Cady Top
Other articles
Quiet luxury is out—here are three jewelry trends that everyone with great style will embrace this fall.
Large, striking, and incredibly enjoyable.
We adore you, Kimi, but YSL has just triumphed in the 2026 Miami Grand Prix.
From vintage Tom Ford garments to off-the-runway menswear, everyone stylish was donning Saint Laurent during the Miami Grand Prix weekend.
I usually don’t wear capris with flats, but Kendall’s The Row pair has changed my perspective.
I was firmly opposed to wearing capri pants with flats until I spotted the pair from The Row that Kendall Jenner paired with hers.
I usually don't wear capris with flats, but Kendall's The Row pair has changed my perspective.
I used to be strongly opposed to wearing capri pants with flats until I saw the pair from The Row that Kendall Jenner paired with hers.
I visited the hidden luxury shopping location where everyone in the know in NYC is purchasing Missoni and Valentino.
Further ahead.
On the Cutting Edge: 9 Fall 2026 Trends to Incorporate Into Your Spring Wardrobe Before They Become Mainstream
Browse the collection.