SU26 Retail Pattern Trend: Irregular Stripes Stripes return every summer, but Summer 2026 introduces a subtle shift in how they’re being executed. Rather than crisp, evenly spaced Breton or nautical stripes, retailers are embracing irregular spacing, varied widths, and unexpected color combinations. The effect feels more handcrafted than classic, with a relaxed, artisanal quality that…
Typically we associate fur with winter coats and trims, but this season fur appears in surprising, decorative contexts — sleeves, collars, polka-dot patches, and handbag straps. The trend is subtle (not overwhelming), but strong enough to merit attention. The Spring 2026 Surface design trend of unexpected fur might be small, but it’s definitely one not…
Spring 2026 Print/Pattern Trend: 60’s Wallpaper Florals Spring/Summer 2026 sees a vibrant revival of 1960s-inspired floral prints, channeling the playful, graphic look of vintage interior patterns straight onto the runway. These “60s wallpaper florals”—characterized by bold repeats, saturated colors, and stylized, flattened blooms—brought a jolt of retro optimism to collections across the board. Designers embraced…