Key Trends for the FW 25/26 Season

(A.K.A. what we’ll see, what we’ll want, and what we probably won’t be able to resist buying) The FW 25/26 season arrives with a mix of strength, functionality, and contemporary elegance. Earthy tones, oversized volumes, the return of full-on denim, and striking details shape a collection where comfort and style coexist naturally. From Balmoral-inspired aesthetics to reimagined animal prints, we review the season’s most representative trends. In our showroom, the collections speak for themselves and this season comes in strong.

The color of the season or colours:

1. The reign of brown and earthy tones:

Brown asserts itself once again as the must-have colour of winter. Chocolate, camel, and deep leather tones dominate the collections, bringing elegance and warmth to seasonal looks, the kind of wardrobe that smells like autumn and coffee. Brands like Alessia Santi, Eleh, and Semi Couture embrace this trend through fluid silhouettes, enveloping coats, and soft textures that connect directly with Balmoral aesthetics: a comfortable, refined, nature-linked style.

SEMICOUTURE

2. Black + red: the most powerful combination

The contrast between black and red reappears as one of the strongest proposals for FW25/26. Some pairings simply burn up when they meet. Brands like Gaëlle embrace this vibrant mix, creating looks that say, “Yes, I’m the main character and you know it.” Dresses, urban pieces, and accessories use red as an energy boost in black-dominated outfits. It’s an ideal trend for night looks, streetwear, or urban styling.

GAËLLE PARIS

The print of the season:

Animal Print: the jungle, but Fifth Avenue version

Animal print continues to evolve with a more sophisticated approach. Snake and leopard patterns take center stage, especially in the collections of Elisabetta Franchi and Fracomina, where prints gain strength in dresses, coats, and tops. This trend moves between the wild and the urban, adding character and presence to any outfit ; the kind of look that pairs perfectly with a golden elevator, an afternoon cocktail, and the irresistible desire to be noticed.

  ELISABETTA FRANCHI

FRACOMINA

The look of the season:

Denim on denim: the comeback no one asked for, but everyone needed

The full denim look returns with a more refined and contemporary aesthetic. Brands like Actitude and Fracomina present two-piece sets, tonal combinations (that match even better than Chuck and Blair in season three of Gossip Girl) and that combination of clothes that modernise the classic “jeans + denim jacket.” Denim once again becomes a creative territory to explore: mixing washes, layering, and shifting between casual and elevated styles.

FRACOMINA

ACTITUDE

The shoes of the season:

Statement footwear: loafers and flat shoes

This season reinforces comfort without sacrificing style. We don’t always need heels to own a room sometimes, a great loafer is enough. Loafers, especially in neutral colours and polished finishes, stand out as one of the strongest FW25/26 footwear trends. Brands like PennyBlack offer versatile designs that work from the office to after-work plans. Small details like fringes, burgundy leathers, black classics, and structured silhouettes highlight shoes that are both comfortable and sophisticated.

PENNYBLACK

The style of the season:

The ’80s reenvisioned : tailored 2.0 and wide volumes

The ’80s aesthetic is updated with sharp shoulders, renewed suits, and wide-leg or balloon trousers but thankfully, without the hairspray. Fracomina and other brands such as L'Agence leads this trend with modern tailoring, alongside maxi skirts, structured blazers, and generous proportions that redefine the silhouette. This trend blends authority, sophistication, and comfort.

FRACOMINA

The piece of clothing (of the season):

Embrace the texture: the winter comeback of fur

This season, fur (real or faux) is no longer just an occasional detail ; it becomes a key wardrobe element. Its presence is constant, integrating into outfits as naturally as a favourite pair of earrings or an everyday bag. Fur appears in many forms: wrap-around scarves, warm coats, vests, hats, and decorative details that add texture and volume. Brands like Alessia Santi incorporate it both functionally and aesthetically, showing that in FW25/26, fur isn’t an extra — it’s essential

ALESSIA SANTI

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