The 8 Trends That Will Define Fall 2026

September marks the return of statement pieces and carefully considered silhouettes. For Fall 2026, fashion is all about contrasts: fringes, bold leopard print, tartan, delicate lace and leather come together with a palette of chocolate brown and vibrant red. The perfect way to refresh your wardrobe with a few carefully chosen pieces, without ever losing that unmistakably Parisian flair.

After dancing down the runways, fringes are making their way onto the streets. On a leather jacket, they add that extra touch of character that turns a basic piece into a statement item. The Balzac Paris version, with its fringed details, is already making us dream of a fashion-forward silhouette that is anything but boring. Wear it with straight-leg jeans and loafers to tone down the Western feel.

Leather remains a wardrobe staple, but this season, it is being worn with much more confidence. Skirts, jackets, trousers: the material takes over the entire wardrobe and can even be worn as a total look. This Sézane piece is the perfect way to embrace the trend without veering too far into rock-chic territory. Paired with a cozy knit and boots, it becomes the perfect ally for the first chilly days.

We may have thought we had seen the last of leopard print. Think again! Animal print continues to make its mark, proving once again that it is far from a passing fad. With its leopard-print jeans, GANNI gives the pattern a more casual feel and, above all, makes it much easier to wear every day. Add a plain sweater, a pair of ballet flats or sneakers, and you're good to go!

Winter 2026–2027 will definitely be fluffy. Faux fur is once again taking center stage this season, in increasingly enveloping and spectacular versions. Vanessa Bruno's Fileas coat ticks all the boxes for a cozy, cocooning coat while retaining that chic, quintessentially Parisian allure. Bring it out as soon as the temperature starts to drop.

Fall has nothing against a little romance. After making a splash on the runways, lace and embroidery continue to make their way into the autumn wardrobe, playing with transparency and precious details. The embroidered Paul & Joe shirt is the perfect example. Layer it over a tank top or under a menswear-inspired jacket to play with contrasts.

This fall, it's off to the Highlands… without leaving Paris. Tartan is back, dressing up coats and jackets with a decidedly British spirit. This Gérard Darel creation embraces the trend with a look that is both elegant and relaxed. The trick? Mix it with distinctly Parisian pieces to avoid looking like you've stepped straight out of an English boarding school.

Brown has definitely found its place in our wardrobes. This season, it is no longer limited to a bag or a pair of boots: it is worn from head to toe. Petite Mendigote's chocolate-brown total look, featuring the Capucine skirt, gives the silhouette a warm and sophisticated feel. To break up the monochrome effect, play with different textures and add a few cream-colored accessories.

Need a color to wake up your fall wardrobe? Red is making its entrance without asking permission. And this season, it is particularly striking in leather: at Sandro, the red leather jacket checks all the boxes for a true statement piece. Pair it with raw denim or black trousers, and it is all you need to complete the look.

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