What I’m Loving for the New Season

There’s something about spring that makes us want to play again — with colour, proportion, and the way we put outfits together. Spring/Summer 2026 is not about perfection. It’s about personality. It’s about creating visual interest. And it’s about wearing your clothes with intention — not rules.

Here’s what I’m digging for the season ahead:

The Colours of 2026: Fresh, Punchy & Unexpected

This season is all about expressive colour — and especially the combinations.

We’re seeing:

• Green variations including muted mint and soft, washed greens
• Rich cobalt blues
• Tomato red
• Butter yellow

But what makes 2026 exciting isn’t just the individual shades — it’s how they’re styled together. Think:

• Cobalt + red
• Yellow + sage
• Butter yellow + denim blue

The colour pairings feel bold but wearable. Striking, but not loud. It’s a confident kind of dressing.

The Button-Down Shirt Is the MVP

If there’s one piece to invest in this season (and beyond), it’s the button-down shirt.

From a classic crisp white blouse to a menswear-inspired pinstripe, the button-down is doing everything right now. It’s structured. It’s versatile. It’s timeless — but styled in very current ways.

Wear it:

• Fully buttoned and tucked
• Open over a tank
• Layered under knits
• Slightly oversized with relaxed trousers

It’s no longer just “basic.” It’s foundational.

Unique Layering (But Make It Effortless)

Layering this season is about creating visual interest — without looking overly curated.

Think outside the box:

• A striped tee or thin turtleneck under your button-down
• A lace layer peeking out beneath your sweater
• A stack of bracelets worn over your sleeve
• Mixing textures and lengths intentionally

The key? It shouldn’t look perfect. It should look lived-in and expressive. The goal is interest, not polish.

The Scarf. The Brooch. The Details.

Accessories are having a major moment — and they’re one of the easiest ways to refresh what you already own.

The scarf (particularly the neck scarf) is huge for 2026. Whether tied neatly at the neck, worn loosely, or wrapped around a bag handle, a scarf adds instant personality.

Pins & brooches - Subtle or statement — both work. Pin one on your blazer, cluster a few on a knit, or add one to a denim jacket. It’s playful, personal, and completely customizable.

These little details are what make an outfit feel yours.

Linen Looks (AKA Million-Dollar Wrinkles)

Linen continues to gain momentum — and we love to see it.

Customers have slowly embraced it over the years, and now it’s firmly part of the spring/summer uniform. But here’s the secret to loving linen:

Lower your expectations.

The wrinkles are part of the charm. The texture is the luxury. Linen isn’t meant to be crisp — it’s meant to move, breathe, and live with you.

Think relaxed sets, wide-leg trousers, easy dresses, and effortless layering pieces.

A Shift in Proportions

We’re stepping away from dressing for what’s “most flattering” and stepping into dressing for expression.

This season is about playing with shape:

• Oversized silhouettes
• Balloon-hem pants
• Bubble skirts
• Relaxed tailoring

Pair volume with structure. Mix feminine with tailored. Contrast is key.

It’s less about shrinking yourself and more about experimenting with proportion in a way that feels confident and modern.

Final Thoughts

Spring/Summer 2026 is playful. It’s expressive. It’s about mixing, layering, and experimenting. It’s about wearing colour boldly and silhouettes confidently.

And most importantly — it’s about having fun with your clothes again.