Editor-Favorite Spring Fashion Trends of 2026 Leave a comment
Spring in New York always feels like a miracle to me, especially after the winter of historic snow we just endured. For months, getting dressed has felt focused solely on bundling up enough to not dread being outside. I know that sounds dramatic to people who love the cold, but there’s something repressive about endless layering. I miss dressing for what I actually like to wear. With warmer days finally within sight, I can’t express how much I’m looking forward to spring and dressing in a way that feels true to me. I love wearing skirts and dresses and flats and kitten heels. The idea of leaving the house without thermal layers feels revolutionary.
As I think ahead to my warm-weather wardrobe, I usually take an anti-trend approach. I like what I like, and if it happens to align with what’s current, so be it. Below, take a look at the trends I’m actually excited to wear.
Pointelle
Last year, I wore my Cou Cou pointelle midi dress and tank-top-and-midi-skirt set nonstop, and I can’t wait to bring them back. The fabric is lightweight and breathable, the complete opposite of the thermals I’ve been in all winter.
High-Vamp Pumps
One shoe trend that emerged in fall 2025 and will continue into spring 2026 is high-vamp pumps. Reformation’s Inez Pumps are a perfect example—as are the Club Slipper from Phoebe Philo.
Trench Coats
Every spring, outerwear comes back to the trench coat, a foundational spring jacket. I prefer a single-breasted style, and I’ve been considering ones from Rue Sophie and vintage London Fog.
Vivid Colors
As someone who mostly wears neutrals, I’ve been surprised by how drawn I am to vivid colors right now. If these hues are out of your comfort zone, I think the easiest way to approach them is through a single standout piece, like a solid-colored dress, a sweater, a bag, tights, or even ballet flats.
Oversize Sunglasses
I’ve already been leaning into oversize sunglasses, specifically the Giada from Chimi, which I can’t stop wearing. I know I technically look better in smaller frames, but there’s something about a statement pair that instantly makes an outfit feel more fun. I’m also eyeing the Camille from Vincent Boulevard when it restocks.
Cardigans
Then there’s the cardigan, which is a piece that doesn’t really feel like a trend because it’s always been a staple in my closet. Still, cardigans were everywhere on the spring/summer 2026 runways and felt hard to miss. J.Crew‘s black Jackie Cardigan has been a go-to of mine for years, and I’d love to add more from brands like Paloma Wool and Dôen.
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