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2026 American Fashion Predictions
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items My biggest predictions are casual heels, sailer vibes, chunky belts, statement jewelry, and a corporate overtaking of 2025’s thrifted grandma core. I see a rise in textured fabric, animal prints, 2016 makeup, and recession era bling. Clean girl aesth...
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Accessories
The vibe for 2026 is chunky, statement, Hannah Montana esque accessories
We saw a bit of colorful tights on the highly fashionable in 2025, but we thought those people were kinda crazy. I think it’s going to take off with the gen z crowd more this year and maybe next year we’ll all see our moms wearing them too.
Colorful Tights — Kennedy Tights — Red
I don’t see bows going anywhere for at least the first part of this year!
Clara Velvet Ribbon Bow — Red
My husband was right with his one prediction. Whale tails are coming back, especially with faux built in ones. The 2026 woman may not prioritize comfort over fashion, but she cuts corners where she can!
Whale Tails — Maura Knit Mini Skirt — Red
The youth are calling them baker boy hats, and they are back in a disney channel original movie kinda way
Baker Boy Hats — Suede FAUX SUEDE BERET HAT
Big, statement belts are the next wave and we all better hop on
Chunky Belts — STUDDED WIDE BUCKLE BELT
Belts that are basically jewelry for your waist
Statement Belts - Soleil Statement Stone Gold Chain Belt
Tiny fashion sunglasses have crawled back to where they came from and water bugs are back baby!!
Waterbugs — Women's Simply Vera Vera Wang Birdie Midsize Square Sunglasses
Bags
I haven’t seen any new bag styles that stand out as unique yet. I think we’re sticking with hobo bags and small shoulder bags for now.
A staple crescent bag that transcends trends
Faux Leather Distressed Texture Crescent Shape Buckle Decor Shoulder Bag
I’m expecting to see a surge of larger hobo bags in wild prints and colors, maybe even with bling and buckles
Vivienne Paris Bag
Clothing
Interesting collars, exciting textures, and of course more throwback themes are in our future.
I have a feeling we will be seeing a lot of these square lapel collars and the rise of what tik tok will coin as “sailercore”
“Sailercore” — Ashley Top — Pink
Scroll to see that even the ads have this being worn on a SAIL boat. I just have a gut feeling this is going to be big. I’m talking pirate boots, fluffy blouse shirts, and maybe even sailor hats.
“Sailercore” — Marina Knit Cardigan — Tan
I know you think I’m nuts but I keep seeing nods at sailor themed items!!
Sailor - Denim Low Rise Baggy Jeans
What else could this possibly be for other than a pirate costume? I think edgy girls are going to flip the sailer trend into a pirate motif
Pirate - Mid Rise Lace Patched Drawstring Cropped Bloomer Pants
I think we’re going to see “grandma core” be co-opted by mall level designer brands to give us vintage style at modern price and quality.
“Estate Sale Chic” — Locked Hearts Top — White
With 2016 coming back into fashion, I think business casual might be back in the clubs soon!!
Venus Mini Dress — White
2026 is going to be big on texture- lace, fur, velvet, and croc skin! I also think we will continue seeing how details through spring.
LACE - Locket Mini Dress — Black
Part of the vintage vibe and textured trend we’ll see in 2026 - intricate beading. I’ve been thrifting beaded tops and sweaters for months and I’m PRAYING people stop saying I dress like their grandma :)
Intricate Beading — Cher Maxi Dress — Black
I think we’re going to see a revamp of several themes from the 80s, 90s, and 2000s this year. Ruching, frosty shades, big obnoxious bows, puffy sleeve, and low rise/skin tight clothing will all resurface this year!
Throwback Themes — Stephanie Shimmer Mini Dress — Blue
This is giving 90s/00s rom com! There are so many cuts and color options for this too.
Throwback Style — Cowl Neck Solid Glitter Ruffle Hem Maxi Dress
I had a feeling we were going to have a heavy Chinese influence this year and I’m already seeing it happen on the dieting side of things. I wouldn’t be surprised to see more of the toggle style closures and structured collars like this. HOWEVER, keep...
“Mandarin inspired” — Lace Mandarin Collar Guipure Split Tank Top For Daily Casual
Death to tee shirts and cropped baby tees!! We are bringing back peak recession era Going Out Tops!! Bring back looking decent to go grocery shopping and hit the post office.
Going Out Tops — Sweetheart Bowknot Tank Top
I think halter tops are going to be huge this year and the lace on top of it is soooo flirty!!
Lace Halter Neckline Tie Back Top
I think plaid is going to be big this year, and I think some of the music icons are helping to push this along
Plaid — Women's Plaid Mini A-Line Skort - Wild Fable™ Burgundy Plaid
Capris are the beginning of a trend of low rise pants that will probably take over this spring and summer
Low Rise Straight Leg Capri Jeans
Shoes
This is the year of casual heels. Sorry to the girlies who wear sneakers to the club, that’s so over.
With the rise of casual heels and the loss of athleisure, I see mules coming back into style!!
Beatrice Lace Mule — White
I personally need a strap on the back of my heels, but I do see these becoming the trend of the year
Colette Mule Heel — Black
I’ve already seen an influx of ballet flats for 2026, so Mary Jane’s are in reach!!
Lucia Velvet Mary Jane — Black
The edgy sister to sailor core, I see pirate pieces coming back. Puffy blouses full of ruffles, lots of layers, boots, and maybe even those balloony pants.
“Pirate core” — Lace Up Pointed Toe Ankle Boots
See!! See!! This is so pirate. It’s happening. No one believes me, but it’s happening.
“Pirate core” — POINTED TOE STILETTO THIGH-HIGH BOOTS
These are kinda piratey, but in a good way lol
POINTED TOE BUCKLE KITTEN HEELS For Daily Casual
The icy blue, the metallic finish, the fact that it’s labeled as a casual heel. This is so 90s/00s.
Throwback — Ankle Strap Open Toe Stiletto Heels For Daily Casual