For me, winter fashion has always been synonymous with faux fur—not necessarily in an over-the-top, head-to-toe way, but in the details that make cold-weather dressing feel softer, warmer, and instantly more elevated. Faux fur brings a sense of comfort that the season demands, but also a quiet kind of glamour that never feels forced.

I’m still drawn to faux fur statement coats, but I’m equally interested in the material as an accent. Think: a trim on a bag, a pair of shoes with a furry finish, a scarf that adds texture to even the simplest outfit. These small touches have the power to transform a look. They make tailoring feel softer, denim feel intentional, and winter layers feel deliberately styled rather than purely practical. They’re my way of embracing the season without overwhelming my wardrobe.

Ahead, I break down my favorite faux fur pieces to incorporate into winter outfits. They’re tactile, cozy, and surprisingly versatile—proof that sometimes the smallest touches make the biggest difference.

Faux Fur Scarves

One piece I keep returning to this winter is the faux fur scarf. Straddling the line between nostalgia and modernity, I love how it softens more structured pieces, especially when worn with oversized blazers or sharp, tailored coats. It adds warmth, of course, but also a sense of playfulness that stops winter dressing from feeling too serious.

I often style my faux fur scarf belted over outerwear, letting it sit almost like an additional layer, rather than a simple accessory—practical, yes, but also intentional. It’s one of those pieces that invites experimentation: You can drape it loosely for a relaxed feel, wrap it close for colder days, or secure it with a belt to add shape.

Jackets With Faux Fur Trim

Coats and jackets with faux fur trims have become a constant in my winter wardrobe. I’m drawn to pieces where the material feels intentional—framing the collar, softening the neckline, adding depth to an otherwise classic silhouette. These details instantly change how a coat feels on the body.

I often reach for them on days when I want something practical but still styled. They have an ease that works just as well with denim and flat boots as they do layered over evening pieces. For me, faux fur-trimmed outerwear is about letting one strong detail do most of the work.

Faux Fur Muffs

The faux fur muff is perhaps the most sentimental piece in my winter wardrobe. It instantly takes me back to childhood, to that comforting feeling of warmth on cold days. Styled today, though, it feels entirely modern.

I love pairing my muffs and faux fur mittens with sharp tailoring or oversized suits, letting the softness of the faux fur contrast with clean lines and structured shapes. Beyond the obvious practicality of keeping my hands warm, it adds a tactile layer to an outfit, making even the most minimal look feel considered. It’s a reminder that winter accessories don’t have to be purely functional—they can carry memory, emotion, and style all at once.

Faux Fur Shoes and Bags

Bags and shoes with faux fur elements are another easy way to bring warmth and texture into winter dressing without overthinking it. A furry bag or a faux fur-trimmed shoe instantly brings depth and a cozy feeling to any outfit. I’m drawn to pieces that feel inviting, and that add movement to my look.

It was the best of times, it was the worst of times. We wore choker necklaces and as much Anastasia Dipbrow as possible. We were existentially hopeful about the future, only for those #Girlboss dreams to be snuffed out come November. The year was 2016, and it was a wild ride—one that is, supposedly, gearing up for a revival in 2026.

Around the holidays, the internet at large grew nostalgic for the good old days of ten years ago, and adopted “2026 is the new 2016” as its new motto. Users started spelunking through their camera rolls to reshare Snapchat dog filter selfies and #OOTDs set to Drake’s “Hotline Bling”. Kylie Jenner revived “King Kylie”, changing her Instagram profile photo to her with Millennial-pink hair, in a Supreme hoodie and a Candy K lip kit-coated lips.

Soon, outlets across the globe, from Vogue to Marie Claire UK to Elle India, were declaring that the 2016 fashion revival was sweeping 2026’s top trends. But is that true, or is it just another internet trend born in a bubble? Are we all about to be wearing skinny jeans and “We Should All Be Feminists” slogan tees again?

In some sense, yes—but mostly no.

“Right now, fashion feels like it’s finding its balance between comfort and cool again,” says Julie Sariñana, the founder of Sincerely Jules, one of the most popular sites during the 2010s blogging boom. “People are craving easy, confident style that isn’t overly curated—which is what 2016 was. We mixed high and low, masculine and feminine, vintage and modern. It was less about perfection and more about personality; it felt real, wearable, expressive, attainable, and lived-in.”

It’s the same impulse that made a strong, singular style such a hot commodity in 2026. “2016 was the first time personal style went truly global thanks to social media,” says Noelle Sciacca, head of fashion and strategic partnerships at The RealReal and a former fashion editor at Lucky, Cosmopolitan, and Seventeen. “You could discover new designers, mix luxury with vintage, and make it your own; that spirit of experimentation feels fresh again in 2026 after a period of capsule wardrobes and uniform dressing."

In 2016, Instagram was only six years old, and TikTok was just the sound a clock made. “That era encouraged people to dress for themselves, not just for trends or algorithms,” says Sariñana. “It feels refreshing to revisit a time when getting dressed was about how something made you feel, not just how it photographed."

Think of it as another "touch grass" trend, like when It girls wore garden clocks and burly barn jackets like a farmer from the English countryside last year. The people yearn to feel as free with their fashion as they did when they shared #candid mirror selfies and wore flower crowns and moto boots to Coachella.

That said, a resurgence of 2016-era silhouettes wasn’t entirely pulled from thin air. Cigarette jeans walked all over the Spring 2026 runways. Rihanna is wearing lace slip dresses with army green bomber jackets, just like she did when “Work” was the top track of the year. Ten years is also pretty par for the course for a bout of style nostalgia—just enough time for fashion girls to feel fondly for velvet ribbon chokers and DIY denim cut-offs. What's more, to reiterate Sciacca, today's shopper wants to walk out the door in an outfit that's personalized to them.

“What I love most about the 2016 revival is that it reminds us that style is repetitive, but personal style is forever,” says Sariñana. “The pieces may come back, but the way you wear them should always feel true to who you are now. If there’s one takeaway, it’s to trust your fashion instincts."

If you’d prefer some guidance on reclaiming the free-spirited style you had ten years ago, keep scrolling for a breakdown on the 2016 trends and themes actually making a 2026 comeback.

Cult Products and Hype Culture

Katy Lubin, the VP of brand and communications at Lyst and the brain behind the fashion search engine's quarterly indexes, links the modern fever for It bags, shoes, and any item at all, really, to the phenomenon of lining up multiple New York City blocks for the new Supreme drop a decade ago.

“2016 proved how one cult product could define a year, from Gucci’s Princetown loafers to the J.W. Anderson Pierce bag driving a three-times spike in brand traffic,” says the fashion expert, who has been at Lyst since pre-2016 and seen these industry shifts in real time. “In 2026, fashion is even more product-led, with consumers more frequently searching for ‘the item’ rather than the brand behind it.” Think: a Carhartt barn jacket, that one Cos sweater, and that Miu Miu x New Balance sneaker that's nearly impossible to find in stock.

Denim Dominates

“As we eased out of the stretchy skinny jeans era, 2016 had us embracing a slightly looser, slim-cut denim, cropped at the ankle, with extra style points for a lightly frayed hem,” explains Sciacca. Cut to 2026, and we’re observing a similar pattern.

“After seasons of ultra–wide-leg silhouettes, there’s renewed interest in slimmer, straight styles," she continues. "On The RealReal, sales for straight-leg jeans are up 10 percent since last year, and, to my surprise, cropped jeans have surged by an incredible 1,787 percent.”

Lubin substantiates the parallels with 2026’s denim trends: “2016 marked the return of normcore staples, with straight-leg jeans becoming a fashion statement. Levi’s 501s were the most viewed jeans on Lyst that year. In 2026, we’re seeing the same demand for timeless, recognizable pieces, now reframed as premium investments."

Slim Sneakers

You know this one already: From the Adidas Tokyo, Puma Speedcat, and Prada’s best-selling close-to-the-foot trainers, slim sneakers are at the tip-top of 2026’s shoe trends. Today's slender sneakers call back to 2016, when looks were “often finished with a pair of crisp white Adidas Stan Smiths or Common Projects sneakers,” Sciacca says. “While Stan Smiths may no longer be the go-to, retro-inspired sneakers from Dries Van Noten and Wales Bonner x Adidas collaborations—up 123 percent in demand year over year on the RealReal—are leading the charge.”

Bold Colors

"In 2016, bold crayon colors were everywhere—it was practically a style requirement,” Sciacca remembers. “Vetements was shaking up the industry with green sock boots and asymmetrical yellow dresses; buzzy newcomer Sies Marjan made its debut with a palette defined by vibrant shades and a notable absence of black; and even the Philophiles were getting in on the action, with Celine’s bold pops of color to its minimalist looks.”

The 2026 color palette is proving to be just as vibrant. “Cobalt blue—a standout on the Spring 2026 runways at Loewe and Jil Sander—has seen a 342 percent increase in searches on The RealReal since last year," Sciacca says. "Canary yellow also made a strong return at Bottega Veneta, Prada, and Miu Miu—a shade once beloved by Sies Marjan." (Although the eclectic and colorful NYC-based brand has since closed, she notes that demand for it increased by 31 percent year over year on The RealReal.)

Subcultures and Social Media

This last trend is a bit more heady, but bear with us. "Back in 2016, we saw broad subcultures like 'skater' and ‘emo’ style go mainstream via Instagram, with choker sales rising 120 percent and Vans Old Skools becoming the United Kingdom’s most searched sneaker,” Lubin recalls.

As the chronically online will tell you, the last few years have seen a surplus of hyper-niche aesthetics hit the mainstream, too—from the office siren to the tomato girl. “But,” Lubin says, “the landscape is now far more fragmented, and feels a little darker; where we once had thriving, cohesive communities online, we now see meaningful fashion pieces appropriated, diluted, and exploited by brands mining for relevance before the algorithm moves on.” Remember when TikTok tried to rebrand dupattas, a centuries-old South Asian garment, as “Scandinavian summer staple to wear to Euro weddings"? Yeah—like that.

“Looking ahead, we'll see more shoppers curating highly personal aesthetics that resist easy categorization or commodification,” Lubin continues.

Imagine subcultural pieces paired with unrelated items, like a military Hussar jacket styled with a denim skirt or a boho-coded lace dress with a business-y blazer—outfits that have traces of niche trends, but don't belong squarely in an easily identifiable box.

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If I played my cards right the previous 12 months, I don’t necessarily need to start my year with a major closet cleanout. That said, I do make a point to take stock of what’s working, what doesn’t feel like me anymore, and what ended up being more of a microtrend blip than a solid investment. As a fashion editor, I love trying out new looks, but I’ve honed my taste over the years to have a pretty good idea of what’s actually worth the closet space.

For 2026, I ended up tossing a few short-sighted misses, but I’m proud to say a lot of what I loved last year not only still excites me, but will grow to become even more essential. A lot of these trends are still climbing towards their peak, and I’m glad to have some pieces already here at my disposal.

So, what made the cut? In terms of color palette, neutrals that go beyond classic black will be heavily prioritized in the year to come. And don’t worry if you really leaned into butter yellow—for now, you’re totally safe. Matching sets have also proven to be a great investment, as have silk and satin separates that make everyday garb feel fancy in a flash. Plus, I’m betting that two trends that started picking up speed as 2025 wrapped will be everywhere in 2026: track pants styled outside the gym and ridiculously big tote bags. Comfy! Practical! Don’t mind if I do.

Below, a few snaps of what survived my January closet cleanout—plus the trends I’m bringing with me into 2026 (and are worth trying for yourself).

Butter Yellow

While a bevy of new color trends are rolling in for 2026 (remind me to talk more about light blue soon, OK?), I’m happy to report that butter yellow won’t be leaving us anytime soon. In fact, with spring just around the corner, it’s about to be as prevalent as ever.

Alo’s Candlelight colorway might just be the most gorgeous shade of yellow I’ve seen to date. Lately, I’ve been layering this cashmere crewneck with a coordinating cardigan around the shoulders for some monochrome goodness.

Non-Black Neutrals

In 2025, I found myself eager to push beyond the comfort zone that an all-black look too easily provided. A simple switch from basic black to chocolatey browns and charcoal grays did wonders for my everyday wardrobe. Throw in some interesting taupes and olives, and, suddenly, neutrals felt as exciting as the rainbow.

Here, I’m wearing an all-bown look featuring this awesome faux jacket from H&M and these brown Abercrombie jeans that haven’t left my legs since I got them—absolutely zero notes.

Matching Sets

Some of my best investments over the last year or so have been co-ords with major mix-and-match-ability. I love wearing a full set together, but the option to break it up and still like the pieces separately is what really guarantees they’ll stand the test of time in your wardrobe.

This grey jacket and trouser combo from Le Bop (ShopBop’s stellar in-house brand I only recently discovered, BTW) has been on repeat. It also plays into my love for non-black neutrals, of course.

Big Totes

I’ve recently been relying hard on my biggest, slouchiest tote bags. Compared to some previous handbag trends, this one is extremely practical, and the commuter in me absolutely loves it.

Speaking of my commute—I can’t tell you how many people have stopped to ask me about the bag I’m wearing above. It’s the Kite Hobo Maxi from Strathberry, and in addition to fitting a ton, it looks like it should cost at least triple what it actually does. The brand’s quality is exceptional.

Silks and Satins

First, it was the bias-cut satin skirt obsession of the late 2010s. Then, we moved on to the satin pant in the early 2020s. In ‘26, silks and satins are still reigning supreme as the best fabrics to elevate simple silhouettes for nights out and otherwise dressy occasions.

Luckily, I’ve been stocking up for a while, although this lacy cami and matching pant combo in navy are a newer addition from Loft that I can’t get enough of. And as a callback to my matching set praise earlier, let me point out that these look great styled separately as well. The satin pants with a cozy navy sweater up top for daytime? Chef’s kiss.

Track Pants

In 2026, I’m really leaning into an ABJ—“Anything But Jeans”—lifestyle. I mean it when I say my ‘fits hit the hardest when I’m not relying on denim.

My go-to at the moment are trackies, perhaps because I have the Winslow pants from Tibi in its iconic crispy nylon material in multiple colors. They have such a unique, slightly exaggerated silhouette that elevates them from mere track pants to a total fashion moment. Here, I styled them with a faux-layered sweater to show how great they look when you explore styling beyond an activewear approach.

I have a confession to make: I think I hate my jeans. After years of accumulating a rotation of must-have denim, I'm feeling a little bored. My signature jeans-sweater-boots outfit formula can only take me so far. So, in 2026, I'm breaking up with denim and exploring what else the world of "fun pants" has to offer.

Turns out there are a lot of non-denim bottom options I haven't yet explored. Take, for instance, track pants: They're the backbone of my airport outfits, and now I feel confident enough to wear them off the plane, too. It Girls are also proving cargo pants, and capris—two styles that have been relegated to the back of my closet since the early aughts—are worth a second glance this winter.

My closet is about to get way more diverse in 2026. Keep scrolling for all the winter pants options I'm eyeing.

Track Pants

The sporty fashion renaissance has continued with quarter-zips, fleece jackets, track jackets, and now, track pants. They're comfortable, casual, and feel '90s-inspired without going overboard.

Leather Pants

Leather pants are basically denim's cooler older sister. They're a night-out staple, but I believe they can (and should!) be worn in the daytime. You can dress them down with a button-down or a tee, or go full leather-on-leather with a matching moto jacket.

Cargo Pants

Late last year, a late-night scrolling session landed me on a pair of olive green cargo balloon pants. I bought them on impulse, and haven't worn them since—but I've recently come around to the idea of these cargo pants being an essential part of my winter wardrobe. After seeing enough styling inspiration, I pulled them out of my closet for outfit testing. Whether I personally end up including them as a must-have in the future is yet to be determined, but one thing is true: Cargos are cool again.

Skirt Trousers

Hear me out: Start styling your skirts over your pants again. No, it won't end up looking like you're on the red carpet for the Hannah Montana premiere in 2006. If you don't want to mix-and-match your perfect combination, brands like Simonett and Helsa both offer chic sets for one-and-done styling.

Soft Trousers

If, in the not-too-distant future, you find yourself yearning for a pair of pants that look like trousers and feel like sweats, remember to thank me. I bought the Gale Pants from Reformation over the holiday break, and have worn them nearly every day since. My collection is on the verge of tripling.

Capri Pants

I hate being wrong, but I'm big enough to admit I was incorrect about the longevity of last summer's capri pants trend. They've bubbled up onto my newsfeed again courtesy of Bella Hadid's recent street style, and I feel like they'll be everywhere on the streets of Copenhagen Fashion Week. Get ahead of their return and shop one of the options I have my eye on.

I think I may be allergic to wearing color. I blame my New York City upbringing for this—as well as my parents, who wore the chicest all-black outfits when I was growing up. After years of fighting it, I have simply decided to embrace it in my 30s. And thank goodness, because I now get to scroll through my favorite retailers' and brands' websites for hours, pulling together my favorite finds guilt-free. It's a task I take very seriously: My monochromatic shopping list for winter 2026 has taken me weeks to build. But I'm finally ready to share.

Right now, I'm looking to replace pieces I've worn to death (like my favorite Longchamp laptop bag and black jeans from Agolde), as well as sprinkle in newness from Zara, H&M, Nordstrom, and more. Keep scrolling for the all-black fashion picks on the market worth checking out right now, straight from the brain of a shopping editor who has spent pretty much her whole life crafting the perfect all-black wardrobe.

Historically, it’s been relatively easy to predict how Gen Z will feel about a fashion trend. If Millennials like it, Zoomers won’t. If it originated online and doubles as a quick-to-pick-up persona—a mob wife, an office siren, or insert-whatever-core-comes-next—the digitally-native generation typically embraces it. For a while, it felt like the generation’s top two style priorities were making Millennials mad and curating a digital-first identity. At least they were, until 2026.

“After years of ultra-fast micro-trends, Gen Z is showing fatigue with constant novelty and is increasingly valuing pieces that last—emotionally, stylistically, and materially,” explains Noémie Voyer, fashion lead at trend analytics platform Heuritech.

No longer driven by a knee-jerk rejection of Millennial style and now a grown-up member of the workforce in an unpredictable financial, political, and social reality, Gen Z wants clothes that provide joy and security. “Globally, fashion [in 2026] is less about rigid labels or one defining aesthetic and more about fluid self-expression, mixing personal references depending on mood, context, or community," Voyer says. "And [Gen Z] are the best at playing with that.”

To make sense of where the generation now falls on the fashion landscape, Marie Claire polled two Gen Z fashion creators, a secondhand expert at Depop, and a trend forecaster for their insights. (Full disclosure: I, Emma Childs, MC's fashion features editor, am also a ‘98-born Zoomer.) Ahead, discover the top Gen Z fashion trends for 2026, as well as the specific styles and brands they’re shopping. Across all ages, the findings below are a great lesson in self-expression balanced with functionality.

Old-Soul Sportswear

According to Gen Z, athleisure is dead. Long live athleisure.

In its place comes a more stylized take on sportswear. “Post-pandemic habits remain embedded but are now translated into more polished, intentional silhouettes rather than overt loungewear,” says Voyer. Or, as Ruby Lyn, a Gen Z social media star with a combined audience of over 1.2 million followers, puts it, the generation is still wearing workout wear, but “not in a matching-set kind of way—in a ‘90’s-celeb-grocery-run way.”

In action, the trend looks like athletic essentials paired with tailored, everyday items. (Think: track jackets with denim and striped rugby shirts with kitten heels.) Gen Z is also leading a vintage sportswear revival, "which reflects a taste for comfort, style, and cultural relevance,” says Steve Dool, the senior director of brand and creative at Depop. To quantify it: Searches for "vintage Lululemon" are up 1,689 percent on Depop, as are those for "upcycled jerseys" (up 233 percent), "skiwear" (up 228 percent), and "bike shorts" (up 133 percent).

Modern Uniforms

In 2026, “consistency becomes the new flex,” says Dool. “Amid decision fatigue, economic tension, and digital noise, people are turning to dependable, neutral staples with sharp tailoring, boxy knits, and workwear classics as a way to express taste through repetition rather than constant reinvention.”

Sarahbelle Kim, a Zoomer content creator and buying trainee at Bloomingdale's, sees this specific Gen Z shift as a side effect of the flattening trend cycle. “Things that were once niche have become viral fodder (e.g., Margiela Tabis), and the recycling of aesthetics and the internet's tendency to rapidly tire of them will eventually force us to reckon with what it means to have a personal relationship with style. Functionality in clothing—ample pockets, compartments, etc.—will be appreciated as we go forward, perhaps cutting through some of the noise.”

Expect to see the generation in timeless, easy-to-rewear items, including utility jackets, quarter zips, and button-down shirts they can don to their corporate 9-to-5s, as well as balloon pants that are easy to move in. The H&M Group brand Cos particularly excels here, with Depop searches for it spiking over 696 percent.

Mad Hatter

2026 is the year Gen Z goes all-in on “crazy, funky, junky hats,” to quote The Wizards of Waverly Place, one of the many Disney shows it was raised on. As Voyer notes, hats are low-lift additions with personality and flair, an easy win for a generation hyper-focused on individuality.

The trend forecaster adds that Gen Z is also increasingly reaching for vintage-inspired hats, “as retro and familiar references are used less as irony and more as reassurance in a context of economic, social, and digital instability.”

Kim confirms Voyer’s point by highlighting the pillbox hat trend, part of fashion’s overall “return to ‘50s sensibilities.” Additionally, Lyn endorses paperboy caps, while Voyer adds fur and knit hats in “cute, retro, Wes Anderson-esque shapes” to the list.

2010s Revival

A noticeable shift from its known ire against styles that Millennials feel fondly for, Gen Z has endorsed “the swagalicious return of the 2010s,” as Kim describes it. The generation used to call skinny jeans cringe, but now they’re cool in an irreverent Addison Rae kind of way. (Searches for “skinny jeans” spiked 131 percent on Depop over the last year.)

Dool adds that Ed Hardy, original Hollister pieces (especially those babydoll-style tops that peaked around 2012), and JNCO jorts have become highly sought after on the secondhand platform. Kim also anticipates an “explosion of turquoise, pastel grunge, studded accessories, fringe, chunky heels, and bandage dresses"—all styles that defined the era as well as Kesha and mustache motifs did.

Everyday Ceremony

As the younger generation reckons with real-life responsibilities, it’s leaving behind extreme displays of self-expression for more subtle ones.

“People are dressing purposefully, using bold and tailored pieces to make everyday routines feel special,” says Dool, shouting out specific styles like military jackets, structured blazers, metallic skirts, statement jewelry, and kitten heels.

Lyn expects "more structured basics to also have a moment this year, whether it’s shoulder pads or intentional tapering to accentuate the body, as a fun and easy way to spice up an outfit without doing too much."

Voyer adds “cowl plunge tops” and “cape tops" to that list, noting that Heuirtech has observed that both styles have steadily grown in popularity over the years, particularly among people aged 16 to 25, and will continue to surge in the next 12 months.

Curated Hodgepodge

Sofia Richie Grainge’s flavor of quiet luxury used to have a firm hold on Gen Z, but the less-is-best approach has officially lost its luster. Among her fellow Zoomers, Kim has observed “a fatigue of neutrals and a craving for things that jolt us from the slop" and "people resonating with craftier, playful styles.” She pinpoints intricate textures and embellishments, such as boas, fringe, and tassels, as coming strongly into play. Personally inspired by Dries Van Noten’s Fall 2025 show, with its ornate, colorful tassels as decorative touches, Kim is now wearing her college graduation honor cords as accessories.

Lyn sees this movement towards handmade touches and textiles as a rejection of TikTok’s favorite “clean girl aesthetic”. “I think the idea of being the perfect, productive, Pilates princess is finally being let go this year,” she says. “Don’t get me wrong—if that's your life and it works for you, that’s great. But I appreciate the sentiment that we each have our own method to our madness, and nobody is perfect.”

A distressed pair of blue jeans or artisan-made crochet top gets this message across well.

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Skiing is as much about the adrenaline rush of flying down a mountain as it is the aesthetics of the sport. Some fashion girls would say nestling by the lodge fireplace, cosplaying as Audrey Hepburn in Charade, is the whole point of an alpine adventure: From cashmere base layers and après knits to fur-trimmed cloche hats, ski-chic style is exactly that—chic, in the truest sense of the now-hackneyed, four-letter word. It’s aspirational and loudly luxurious, designed to contrast with pure-white powder and blend in with the high tax bracket of Gstaad.

It should come as no surprise, then, that the look is trending in 2026, with more and more brands dabbling into the category and leaning into its sophisticated ideals. Luxury fashion brand Markarian teamed up with skiwear brand We Norwegians on a collection that captures the elegance of '60s ski culture, with heritage Fair Isle sweaters and monochrome snow suits. J.Crew also took inspiration from silhouettes frozen in time, partnering with U.S. Ski and Snowboard on stirrup leggings and color-blocked fleece pullovers Princess Diana would've worn down a St. Moritz peak.

Ahead, we break down the most popular skiwear trends of the season. Some are technical garments meant for the piste (e.g., hardy puffer coats and heat-trapping thermal layers). Others are après-ski staples that are best accessorized with a hot toddy. Discover—and shop—the top slope-ready winter trends of 2026 below.

The 2026 Skiwear Trends at a Glance

• Fair Isle Everything
• Extra Fuzz and Fur
• Graphic Après Knits
• Personality Puffers
• The Proper Toppers
• Fashion-Leaning Fleece
• Anti-Basic Base Layers

Fair Isle Everything

Originating in the early 19th century on a remote island off Scotland's coast and recognizable by a graphic 'OXO' pattern, Fair Isle knitwear is a long-running staple of ski style. When made from thick wool or top-quality cashmere, the heritage knit is a smart, heat-trapping option to wear on the slopes. (Fun fact: Fair Isle sweaters were initially designed as workwear to keep Shetland fishermen warm.) The year's ski trends encourage you to think outside of the traditional knitwear box: When you're unwinding with a fresh pot of fondue after a long day on the mountainside, consider a Fair Isle sweater dress or a great pair of socks instead of the expected turtleneck or pullover.

Extra Fuzz and Fur

Fur—even its faux fabrications—connotes luxury as well as diamonds do. Add in its natural heat-trapping abilities, and, of course, the textile is a tentpole of alpine style. Similar to Fair Isle, 2026 sees real and faux fur across every fashion category imaginable, including coats (duh), unexpected winter hats, and snow boots.

Graphic Après Knits

Knitwear is a chance to lean into the novelty and kitschiness of skiing—and this year's slate of themed sweaters honors that. Consider a slalom motif, intarsia snowflakes, or a retro font that conveys your après priorities. (We Norwegians' jacquard-knitted quarter-zip featuring a popped champagne bottle comes to mind here.) Plus, with a sweater that works just as well paired with salopettes on the mountainside as it does with stretch pants and booties for lunch in the lounge, the piece can pull double duty on your wintry trip.

Personality Puffers

In 2026, fashion leaves quiet luxury behind in favor of more expressive and individualistic style. In the skiwear space, you'll see the shift reflected with ski-proof puffers that invite conversations on the lift and in the lodge lobby. In particular, basic, uncontroversial neutrals take a back seat to sun-catching metallics, this winter's cherry red trend, and statement animal prints.

The Proper Toppers

Beanies are, and always will be, failsafe headwear to pack for a ski trip. However, 2026's market pushes you to consider a few alternatives, namely, balaclavas, trappers, and grown-up earmuffs. Winter hats rendered in full-on fuzz—think: mohair wool, fur, shearling, and brushed cashmere—are also on the rise.

Fashion-Leaning Fleece

Skiwear is taking a cue from the mainstream trend cycle and doubling down on fleece. Silhouettes on the up and up include classic quarter-zips, one-and-done snow suits, and snow boots that read as more fashion-y than tech-oriented. (Side note: It's best not to rely on fleece footwear like Moon Boot's pair for high-performance activities, even on the bunny slopes.)

Anti-Basic Base Layers

Heat-trapping base layers are often the unsung heroes of ski clothes, and they're finally getting their due with trending touches, such as viral colors, striking prints, and high-quality fabrications. The end result is longjohns and thermal layers that tick off function and fashion, so you don't have to peel them off and swap them for something more stylish when you're off piste.

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2025 was a banner year for color trends. Butter yellow replaced white as a go-to, rich-feeling neutral. Olive was the more muted follow-up to Brat green. And chocolate brown became a decadent treat that made us look and feel luxurious. Looking at the Winter 2026 trends, we'll be welcoming the new year in fashion just as vibrant, filled with viral moments that come with shades to match our moods.

This winter's color trends—first presented in luxury lookbooks and on runways worldwide this past June—are made up of an impressive range of shades. Minimalists will be pleased to see classic camel brown and navy blue so deep that it’s almost black. (In the words of “The Cutting Room Floor”’s Recho Omondi, “To me, the perfect, proper, sophisticated navy looks like ink. You only really catch it in the sunlight.") There are saturated and striking colors in equal measure: Brands like Fendi, Tory Burch, and Victoria Beckham hone in on blue-green teal and tangy tangerine, especially on “main character” coats and cocktail dresses for holiday parties.

We're breaking down the six color trends that define winter 2026’s fashion. Some clearly command the spotlight—like the bright citrus colors currently spiking—while others make an impact on a quieter level. Oh, and we also shop out each shade, giving you a chance to perfect the palette.

Navy Blue

Buoyed by fashion's ongoing embrace of the nautical spirit (two words: fisherman aesthetic), navy blue breaks out as a refreshing alternative to black, as seen both at Khaite and Chanel. Try it as a classic marine-inspired pea coat or as barrel jeans for a more modern, trend-informed option.

Teal

Sitting in the sweet spot on the color wheel between blue and green, teal is a natural, oceanic shade that's an effective color pop all the same—look to Victoria Beckham, Tory Burch, and Balenciaga's padded bomber jackets and floral maxi dresses as proof. Let the shade do its own heavy-lifting this winter: In practice, that might look like a slip-on loafer or a soft cashmere cardigan worn with dark-wash jeans and a basic white tee.

Camel

Acting as a neutral, almost blank canvas, camel is a traditional neutral that works as a grounding element to virtually any outfit. At Max Mara and Ferragamo, it appears in wool-felted suiting, while Coach and Khaite's plush teddy coats and suede jackets are just as irresistible. The obvious option here is a smart camel coat, but don't discount a light brown bootie or a leather shoulder bag.

Powder Pink

Max Mara, Khaite, and Brandon Maxwell prove that baby pink is for grown-ups, too, rendering nubby camel-hair coats, sheer turtlenecks, and slip dresses in the romantic hue. Pro tip: For the times when you'd typically reach for a winter white, consider pale powder pink instead as a subtle yet sweet, offbeat choice.

Pale Pistachio

As Victoria Beckham, Valentino, and Ferragamo demonstrate, milky pistachio is an underdog color trend with a lot more punch than you'd expect from a muted pastel. As a collared polo knit, a puffer jacket, or an uber-popular sneaker, it brings a fresh breath of air to winter's palette and acts as a bright spot, reminding us that spring is soon to come.

Winter Citrus

Oranges, tangerines, clementines, and more—designers are paying homage to the citrus fruits that come into their prime during the winter season. As a mood-boosting cable-knit turtleneck sweater or sunshine-y mini dress for holiday get-togethers, the color acts as Vitamin A in fashion form.

“Sometimes the coat is the outfit.” It’s a phrase that I, as well as countless other fashion editors (including Marie Claire editor-in-chief Nikki Ogunnaike), repeat throughout fall and winter. But the expression has taken on even more meaning this year, given that “main character” coats are the undeniable top outerwear trend of 2025—think: striking patterns, rich-looking materials, and classic-with-a-twist silhouettes.

Fortunately for me and all fashion girls with a penchant for standing out, Nordstrom is currently a goldmine of coats and jackets that make it clear you see yourself as a star.

From now until November 19, Nordstrom is running its Early Black Friday sale, featuring an assortment of already covetable items up to 60 percent off. That includes some truly excellent statement outerwear: you can shop a variety of animal print coats, the undeniable favorite among fashion’s top tastemakers (see: Jennifer Lawrence and Sofia Richie Grainge), and plush, faux fur coats, which are dominating recent runways and street style in Paris, Milan, and New York. (Remember TikTok’s Mob Wives aesthetic? Think that, but richer.)

Ahead, I round up the 24 coats and jackets I consider must-buys for Fall 2025 and Winter 2026, too. (My qualifications? I make a living analyzing and predicting the seasonal top trends.) Keep scrolling to see Nordstrom’s ongoing, exceptional outerwear deals, from funnel-neck jackets to cropped trench coats.

Another frenetic New York Fashion Week has come and gone—and boy, was it a fruitful season. I watched live as Tory Burch’s new It bag turned heads on its walk down the runway and saw all seven of my fall shoe trends predictions come true (the NYFW street style set can never resist a trendy sneaker). Now that it’s over, and my adrenaline levels are back to normal, I’m sharing the fall 2025 trends I saw in action to guide your new-season shopping—starting with Nordstrom’s Fall Sale, which is filled with styles from NYC's recent fashion Olympics.

Here's a brief rundown on what you can expect. There are under-$100 fashion finds that look just like the four-figure designer items my fellow runway guests carried all week. Given how much the fashion set adores Coach's bags (speaking of: did you see Coach's new, already-viral Kisslock Barrel bag?), I'm including its under-$300 best-selling crossbody and leather tote that fashion editors swear by (it fits our bulky laptops with room to spare!). Plus, the fall 2025 denim trends and best boots that were NYFW street style standouts.

Nordstrom's sale runs from now to September 24, so time's already ticking. Keep scrolling to discover my NYFW-approved recommendations worth adding to your wardrobe.

I'm a big fan of boots. While some women choose a designer handbag or a heritage watch as their first major fashion investment; I went with a pair of Khaite knee-high boots in sleek black leather with a slim strap and buckle around the calf. Over the past week, I’ve been researching fall 2025 boot trends as a detective would follow a lead, analyzing roughly 200 runway shows to distinguish between Burberry’s equestrian styles and Gabriela Hearst’s mid-calf cowboy boots. This week, I’m focusing on every fall boot I personally want to buy, from under-$200 pairs from Free People to the splurges I'm considering from Toteme for my Fashion Week looks.

First on my shopping list: Western-style codes were a major theme in fall 2025’s shoe trends, appearing as Cowboy Carter-worthy ankle boots and steel-tipped suede boots that are stylish enough for in-office work outfits. Also to note was the resurgence of 2010s-era sock boots, which I’m preemptively crowning as the most unexpected, underdog shoe trend of fall ‘25. After the return of bandage dresses, now we see body-con footwear, starting with boots that fit like a glove and resemble leather stockings.

Ahead, discover a more comprehensive breakdown on the top trending boots worth inviting into your fall 2025 rotation, hand-picked by a bona fide, capital-B Boot Person who has logged her 10,000 hours of expertise.

Fall 2025's Best Boots at a Glance

• The Best Riding Boot: Tory Burch Turnlock Riding Boots, $600
• The Best Moto Boot: Frye 'Harness 12R' Leather Boot, $498
• The Best Western Boot: Sam Edelman West Boot, $195
• The Best Sock Boot: Tony Bianco Margot Boot, $250
• The Best Snakeskin Boot: Schutz Dellia 65mm Snake-Embossed Leather Boots, $129
• The Best Slouchy Boot: Free People Sway Low Slouch Boot, $188

There’s a collective itch among the style set to jump into fall 2025’s trends ahead of schedule. I see it among my fellow New York City fashion editors, who are already putting their knee-high boots and penny loafers into play. I notice it in Rihanna, who’s wearing fur stoles on 80-degree Los Angeles dinner dates. And I feel it within myself, as my shopping wishlist fills up with fall’s irresistible bag trends—think: brushed suedes and earthy color palettes that are synonymous with the back-to-school season.

That’s not to say I haven’t enjoyed experimenting with the summer ‘25 bag trends—my raffia bucket bag has served me very well over the last three months, and I plan to keep my cheetah crossbody in rotation for a few more weeks. It’s more that the bags shown on the Fall 2025 runways were so tempting, delicious, and decadent—three words: chocolate brown snakeskin— that I’m eager to give them a try even though August has only just begun.

Consider the below a glimpse into the designer handbags on my radar and the affordable styles inside my virtual shopping carts across Madewell, Nordstrom, and Free People. From boho bags with enduring Y2K appeal to slouchy shoulder bags in caramel-colored leather, these are my favorite fall bag trends getting an early start.

Brown Leather Bags

Right as I've grown a bit bored of my neutral black handbags, fashion pivots toward embracing brown, specifically warm caramel colors. The natural shade offers a bit more dimension than solid black, as seen in the pebble leather crossbody seen on Calvin Klein's Fall 2025 runway.

Snake Print Bags

After leopard print and cheetah spots had their time in the fashion spotlight, designers decree that it's now snakeskin's time to shine. Miu Miu led the charge for the Fall 2025 season, sending out a series of snake print mini top-handle totes and east-west bags in warm mahogany and sooty gray.

Padlock and Key Bags

As you've likely already detected from the proliferation of suede and studs—and my use of "boho" five times so far (I counted)—it's a big season for the free-spirited aesthetic. The various kitschy padlocks and key accents on handbags scattered across the season's top runways—namely, Chloé's re-imagined Y2K-era Paddington bags—doubled down on the boho boom.

Quilted Bags

As seen at Gucci, as well as Chanel, Miu Miu, and Fendi, craft-centric quilted handbags are about to be on every city block and every in-the-know retailer shelf. As much as I do love the refined look of a puffed and padded leather handbag, I'm also on the hunt for an anti-fussy quilted tote I can throw on and go, like Free People's.

While the biggest sneaker trends of 2024 emphasized minimal branding and understated silhouettes, this year has taken a bold turn in the opposite direction. 2025's sneaker trends are less about blending in and more about showcasing unique personal style.

The shift lets sneaker lovers stretch out of their comfort zones with louder iterations of their go-to silhouettes and forgotten favorites. The ever-popular Adidas Samba is reimagined with design adjustments (spoiler alert: elongated tongues have become a popular feature) and in wild animal prints. Retro sneakers from four-plus decades ago that have built dedicated followings among top tastemakers, such as the Adidas Tokyo and Taekwondo, are also staging successful comebacks. (Rarely will Jennifer Lawrence leave the house without one of her many Adidas Tokyos laced on her feet.)

However, the ballet sneaker trend is, without question, the most ubiquitous of 2025. Blending a feminine flat with tech-y design touches, "[ballet sneakers] are the best of both worlds," says Julia Lebossé, founder of the popular Instagram account, Sneakers by Women. Puma's Speedcat Ballet Sneakers are a hero in this category; fashion search engine Lyst named the brand's pirouette-ready style one of the top shoes of the year in its Q1 Index report.

That said, a more understated, quiet luxury influence is still present. Jamie Lee, a shoe buyer at the luxury retailer Moda Operandi, notes that "minimal designer sneakers from brands like Prada and The Row remain a key trend," while more affordable sneaker brands, like Nike and Puma, introduce slight tweaks to timeless silhouettes—think swapping smooth leather for textured suede and opting for brown over the typical black or white. These changes are subtle, but they show you know, that you read the shoe trend reports and can keep up with the fashion girls.

Read on for expert insights into the top sneaker trends to wear for the rest of 2025 and shop our curated picks for each one. Insider tip: These styles are so popular and ubiquitous, they'll stay the course as 2026's shoe trends, too.

2025's Biggest Sneaker Trends at a Glance:

• Shop Ballet Sneakers
• Shop Mary Jane Sneakers
• Shop Slender Sneakers
• Shop Long-Tongue Sneakers
• Shop Boxing Sneakers
• Shop Pink Sneakers
• Shop Running Sneakers
• Shop Suede Sneakers
• Shop Silver Sneakers
• Shop Brown Sneakers
• Shop Printed Sneakers

Ballet Sneakers

Anush Mirbegian, Director of Accessories at Fashion Snoops, notes she has been observing the rise of hybrid footwear for several seasons, highlighting ballet-inspired Mary Jane silhouettes with ties or Velcro straps. While viral favorites include Simone Rocha's $1,000 ribbon-lace trainers (pictured above and available to shop below), more budget-friendly options from Bella Hadid-approved brand Vivaia are also gaining significant attention. Marie Claire's editor-in-chief, Nikki Ogunnaike, has also called the so-called "sneakerina" a shoe trend to watch, so this dance-inspired style is unlikely to disappear anytime soon.

Mary Jane Sneakers

Similar but different: Alongside ballet-inspired styles, Mary Jane sneakers are more evidence that sneakers are "for the girls' now." Boosted by viral silhouettes like Miu Miu's and A-list endorsements (namely Jennifer Lawrence, who wore Wales Bonner's black Mary Janes for three months straight last spring), feminine designs have taken over the market. And the strapped, sporty shoe is a clever hybrid that provides the comfort of a sneaker but the refinement of a more put-together shoe.

Metallic Sneakers

Metallic sneakers are the latest maximalist trend to win over the fashion crowd. Whether you choose gold or silver, these kicks are guaranteed to stand out. Chrome-style silver options from Tory Burch and Gola give a futuristic vibe, while bright gold pairs accentuate your wear-everyday chain necklaces and dainty hoops.

Brown Sneakers

Brown sneakers have taken over white or black as the go-to neutral shoe for 2025. Especially as we move into winter, the earthy color adds a warm touch that aligns with a cozy season. This sneaker trend earned a huge boost from Miu Miu and New Balance's team-up, the sneakerhead and It girl collab of the year that catapulted the chocolate brown 530 L silhouette to the top of fashion's leaderboards.

Animal Print Sneakers

Animal prints have dominated every fashion category this year, and sneakers are no exception. Zebra, cheetah, and cow prints have gained popularity over the past few months, stepping up to become one of the foremost sneaker trends of 2025.

Super Slender Sneakers

The slender sneaker trend is reaching new heights. According to Lee, "It sneakers are going even sleeker with very thin soles, tapping into the ballet flat’s market share." Case in point: Prada’s Collapse sneaker, which Lee especially loves. Meanwhile, Adidas is offering its delicate laceless Taekwondo (another celebrity favorite) at an accessible $100 price point.

Long-Tongue Sneakers

Elongated shoe tongues add a bold and playful twist to classic silhouettes. First seen in collaborations like the Adidas x Wales Bonner sneakers—popularized by Gigi Hadid’s effortlessly chic pairing last summer—this exaggerated design detail is quickly establishing itself as a signature look across all sneaker brands.

Pink Sneakers

Red sneakers were a major trend last year, but the top trending color in 2025 is much softer. Pink sneakers blend sportiness and femininity for an easygoing, feminine addition to your everyday wardrobe.

Running Sneakers

Fashion is clearly in its active era, and running sneakers have gained popularity in 2025. Whether it's your Dad's favorite Asics Gel Kayano 14 or the Jennifer Lawrence and Dakota-Johnson-approved Nike V2K (Kendall Jenner and Kaia Gerber are also fans), fashion is choosing comfortable, movement-friendly sneakers over what's traditionally deemed "stylish". However, that doesn't mean these running-ready options are hard to style: A tech-y, Strava-approved sneaker adds a cool, gorpcore factor that works with the simplest jeans-and-a-tee outfit.

Suede Sneakers

Fashion insiders are loving suede sneakers in 2025. Miu Miu's versions were the first to truly capture the trend a few seasons ago, and the style has been a must-have ever since. Those in mocha mousse stay popular, but other brands offer versions in a range of brighter, more expressive shades.

Boxing Sneakers

Remember when everyone rocked a pair of Converse high tops? They’re making a comeback in 2025—but with a twist. This time, sporty boxing sneakers have taken the place of the classic high-top silhouette, giving the vertical look a one-two punch of personality. The one-two-punch shoe has even earned the red carpet co-sign: At The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3 premiere, Lola Tung wore off-the-runway boxing sneakers by Ann Demeulemeester (you'll find a similar pair to shop below).

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If it was acceptable to wear a denim jacket every day of my life, I would—it's timeless, goes with everything, and makes the simplest of outfits look that much cooler. Of course, a fitted jean jacket belongs in every woman's closet, but make sure you don't sleep on the oversized fit, either. With the right proportions (voluminous but not shapeless), fabric (substantial without feeling overly stiff), and details (intentionally placed pockets, washes that feel lived-in, interesting hardware), a baggy denim jacket creates a roomy silhouette that pairs perfectly with everything from equally relaxed jeans to form-fitting slip dresses and pencil skirts. Below, check out some of our favorite oversized denim jacket styles, ranging from deep indigo to perfectly faded light washes and including options by some of our favorite denim brands.

The Best Oversized Denim Jackets for Women at a Glance

• Best Oversized Denim Jacket Under $100: Pilcro The Weston Denim Boyfriend Jacket, $98
• Best Belted Oversized Denim Jacket: Reformation Drina Belted Denim Jacket, $268
• Best Printed Oversized Denim Jacket: We The Free Opal Swing Printed Denim Jacket, $148
• Best Designer Oversized Denim Jacket: Citizens of Humanity x Argent Abra Denim Jacket, $367

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My best sweatpants fall into two categories. I have my well-loved and worn-in pairs—schlubby sweats perfect for rotting on the couch; the clothing equivalent of Do Not Disturb. Then, I have my more refined sweatpants that, when I wear them in public, don’t read as a cry for help.

The latter have been a game-changer in my wardrobe. They still have elasticized waists and rival my favorite PJs in comfort, but are elevated enough that I’m not embarrassed to leave the house in them. Granted, I’m still not wearing loungewear sweatpants to work or 9 p.m. cocktails—though I admire when Rihanna, Katie Holmes, and Jennifer Lopez do. (Admittedly, it’s much easier to dress up an athleisure outfit when you have a $500,000 Birkin bag and an arsenal of designer fur coats at your disposal). But with a leather jacket and the right black boot, fleece jogger sweatpants can work for casual lunch plans on the days when you’d rather not leave the house but can’t flake on your friend group one more time.

Don't believe me? Take it from Paris Fashion Week: On Louis Vuitton’s Spring 2026 runway, designer Nicolas Ghesquière showed slim-fitting gray sweats with a sharp blazer and lace-up mocassins. If an endorsement from a fashion god like Ghesquière doesn’t give you the go-ahead to wear classic sweatpants out of the house, I’m not sure what, if anything, will.

Keep scrolling to shop a range of chic-ish sweatpants (they are still sweatpants, after all) that I either own or have on my radar, from classic, cotton-blend joggers to rib-knit pants that could almost pass as tailored trousers. You’ll also find a mix of fabrics and shades, including neutral knits and fleeces that play into Fall 2025's delicious color trends (two words: chocolate brown). Ahead, 14 pairs of sweatpants that have my hard-earned fashion editor approval.

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