TRENDSPOTTING 2026

2025 has officially come to a close, and we're off to the races in the new year. Even before we turned the pages of the calendar, the runways have already spoken, delivering a verdict on what will fill our wardrobes, dominate our feeds, and define our visual language in 2026. So, if your New Year's resolution is to work on your personal style, you're in the right place—because this year’s trends aren’t about chasing what’s next, but about building a wardrobe that feels intentional, expressive, and unmistakably your own.

This year, fashion moves beyond flat surfaces and embraces tactile, artful dimensions. Sculptural romance is about treating garments like living canvases—using raised prints, molded petals, and embroidered details to create depth, shadow, and movement. At its core, this trend celebrates individuality, craftsmanship, and the idea that personal style can be both expressive and wearable—making 3D florals a defining visual element.

Lace carries a sense of history and nostalgia, but this year it’s no longer reserved for occasion wear. Instead, it’s woven into everyday wardrobes. The focus is on honoring tradition while reshaping it to reflect contemporary identity. Within Modern Heirloom, lace becomes a symbol of longevity—proof that meaningful style isn’t about trends that fade, but about embracing pieces that celebrate heritage while being relevant and wearable at the same time.

In 2026, we reimagine the classic preppy style in a way that feels less rigid and more expressive. Rooted in traditional wardrobe staples, this trend updates familiar silhouettes with fresh proportions, relaxed styling, and playful details that reflect individuality rather than uniformity. This trend is about rewriting the rules—creating polished, confident outfits that feel personal, and effortlessly cool.

This year is all about rethinking the lines, shapes, and visual balance of clothing. Drop-waist dresses are the perfect example of this trend because they challenge traditional waistlines, creating unexpected silhouettes that feel structured and deliberate. At its core, Proportion Play is about seeing your wardrobe as a system of balance and contrast. It celebrates intentional design choices that flatter, surprise, and elevate your look, making even simple pieces unmistakably stylish.

This trend celebrates garments that move like air, embodying weightlessness, fluidity, and effortless grace. Pieces designed with soft fabrics and thoughtful drape capture a sense of poetic movement, Ethereal Motion isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about expressing a feeling: lightness, freedom, and purpose in style. It encourages dressing as a quiet performance, where flow, proportion, and texture define personal style rather than trends alone.

Remember, though: Trends are meant to guide, not dictate. Take what speaks to you, leave what doesn’t. Let your wardrobe reflect who you are at this moment and let your style tell your story.