S/S 26 London Fashion Week Trends Revealed: Key Insights and Analytics Uncovered!

Trends in Womenswear

During London Women’s Fashion Week, a total of 49 collections were reviewed, leading to the analysis of 1238 looks and the identification of 1931 distinct items.

Dresses 
+6.1ppt

After experiencing two seasons of decline, dresses have made a comeback on the London runways, fueled by themes of romance and bohemian styles. They serve as an excellent medium to showcase the season’s essential prints.

Woven Tops 
-0.1ppt

While revamped button-down shirts and resort-style tops remain central to the season’s fashion narrative of relaxed and pyjama-inspired dressing, woven tops have seen a slight downturn. This shift is attributed to brands leaning towards knit and cut & sew options (+1.9ppt), reflecting the rising popularity of Clubhouse trends.

Pink 
+1.2ppt

Soft pastel colors play a crucial role in shaping several of this season’s primary themes, such as romance, practical femininity, and preppy aesthetics.

Trending on Social Media: #3DTexture

3D floral designs are becoming a significant feature for Spring/Summer 2026, with London showcasing these elements through raised patterns and appliqué techniques.

Trends in Menswear

This analysis encompasses 29 collections, comprising 340 looks and 641 items.

Shorts
+4.7ppt

Labels in London have integrated tailored shorts into more relaxed suiting and elevated resort wear. The boxer short style plays a key role in youth-oriented pyjama dressing trends and the transition from city life to beach attire.

Knit/ Cut & Sew Tops
+5.2ppt

Similar to womenswear, the men’s knit and cut & sew tops are gaining popularity due to preppy Clubhouse influences, serving as a crucial medium for vintage-inspired and summery stripe designs.

Grey
-0.2ppt

While grey shades are vital for tailoring and utilitarian aesthetics, they are losing ground to softer pastel tones as brands continue to broaden their interpretations of masculinity.

Fashion houses have presented vintage-inspired pieces that perfectly blend urban and vacation styles, drawing from the elegance of nostalgic resort wear.

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