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Spring 2026 Style Goes From Runway to Retail as Fast-Follow Pieces Hit Stores

Pantone plus Pinterest signal retro palettes with a literary twist.

Overview

  • Who What Wear distills seven copy-now styling moves from the S/S 2026 runways, including scarves under blazers, upturned blazer collars, sweaters tied at the waist, double pendants, leggings with flats, V-neck knits over button-downs, and a pop of cerulean.
  • The outlet’s top five tops trends for 2026 spotlight sheer polka dots, checked button-ups, exaggerated bows, dusty blue, and tassel details.
  • Editors also flag low-cost wardrobe updates for early 2026 such as refreshed checks, oversized sunglasses, a single animal-print piece, classic watches, and coloured suede.
  • Zara’s latest arrivals mirror the runway with primary colors, fringe, lingerie-inspired pieces, sporty-prep staples, balloon pants, nostalgic handbags, and V-cut vamp shoes.
  • Pantone names Cloud Dancer as 2026’s colour of the year, while Pinterest reports surges in searches for '80s luxury' (up 225%) and the poet aesthetic (up 175%), reinforcing momentum for retro and literary-leaning looks.