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Accessories Trends Set to
Dominate Spring/Summer 2026 We don’t base our wardrobes entirely on seasonal trends, but it’s always interesting t see what’s coming next – and which pieces from the Spring/Summer 2026 shows are likely to take off.
This season, there’s a strong mix of style and practicality. Minimalist accessories and more everyday-friendly footwear – these ar simple additions to any outfit that can make a real impact. Accessories are where things get particularly interesting, from oversized handbags to pouch necklaces, these are easy ways to dress up (or dress down) depending on the occasion…
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Playful jewellery is making a comeback for Spring/Summer 2026 – but this time, it feels more grown-up. Designers like Celine, Anna Sui and especially Chanel (under Matthieu Blazy) are leaning into colourful beads and freshwater pearls, pairing them
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Above: Simone Rocha Flower T-Shirt
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leather dress sandwiched by white, with a frayed border at the hemline. Most designers gave equal weight to black and white, balancing their looks with blocks of both, but outfits can also lean towards one or the other for contrasting effect and striking silhouettes.
with bold outfits to add a sense of fun… think beads mixed with diamonds, sapphires and gold, turning what once felt casual into something much more polished. When it comes to shoes, one detail keeps popping up everywhere: bows. From soft, silk-like sandals at Zimmermann to bright ballet flats at Erdem, and vintage-style kitten heels at Dior and Givenchy, it’s an easy way to update your look without going too far out of your comfort zone. Flip-flops, on the other hand, are a bit more
divisive – but they’re definitely having a moment. First seen at Opéra Sport during Copenhagen Fashion Week, the trend quickly spread to big names like Balenciaga, Kent & Curwen and Michael Kors. Whether you love them or not, designers are reworking them with thicker soles, softer fabrics and more statement straps. Bags are also getting a refresh. The simple drawstring bag – once just something you’d use
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for the gym – has been reworked into a much more stylish option. Prada helped kick things off with colourful silk versions on the runway, followed by new takes from Valentino, Loewe and Zimmermann. It’s now a go-to for something that feels both relaxed and dressed up. And finally, good news if your customers
have been loving scarves: they’re not going anywhere! This season, designers are finding new ways to wear them. Calvin Klein styled them as hair accessories, Ferragamo wrapped them around the waist, and Hermès even turned them into tops – proving just how versatile one simple piece can be!
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