The biggest fall/winter 2026 fashion trends are red, snow-leopard print, oversized brooches, the flap bag, modern velvet, skirt suits and faux "grandma" furs, according to runway reports from Harper's Bazaar, InStyle and Harper's Bazaar Singapore. With fall collections now in stores, here is what to look for.
Fall/winter 2026 trends at a glance
| Trend | What it is | Key runways |
|---|---|---|
| Red alert | Head-to-toe red, red coats | Givenchy, Valentino, Prada, Fendi |
| Snowy leopard | Pale grey-and-cream leopard | Bottega Veneta, Carolina Herrera, Tom Ford |
| Pin drop | Oversized brooches | Dior, Boss, Sergio Hudson |
| Flap back | The flap bag returns | Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Balenciaga |
| Modern velvet | Velvet tailoring and dresses | Giorgio Armani, Givenchy, Valentino, Balenciaga |
| The skirt set | Matching jacket and skirt | Chanel, Tom Ford, Lanvin, Proenza Schouler, Marc Jacobs |
| Grandma (faux) furs | Big, plush faux-fur coats | InStyle trend pick |
| Wallflower florals | Prints from wallpaper and upholstery | Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Erdem, Dries Van Noten |
| Bad romance | Dark, moody romanticism | Saint Laurent, Coach, Simone Rocha |
| Less is more | '90s-style minimalism | Miu Miu, Celine, Alaïa, Gucci |
| Frill seeking | Directional ruffles | Bottega Veneta, Dior, Blumarine, MSGM |
| Cartoonish fringe | Exaggerated fringe | Chanel, Loewe, Rick Owens |
Is red the color of fall 2026?
It is the season's most consistent colour. Harper's Bazaar Singapore opened its report with red from Givenchy under Sarah Burton, Valentino, Prada and Fendi, and Harper's Bazaar paired pink and red at Alaïa, Celine, Prada and Balenciaga. A red coat or bag is the easiest buy.
Which prints are trending for fall 2026?
- Snow leopard, a cooler take on animal print (InStyle)
- Wallflower florals drawn from tapestry and wallpaper (Harper's Bazaar Singapore)
- Night blooms, dark florals at Dior, Ralph Lauren, Givenchy and Erdem (Harper's Bazaar)
- Bold checks and playful plaids at Celine, Chloé, Dries Van Noten, Louis Vuitton and Acne Studios
What accessories are in for fall 2026?
Flap bags lead, Harper's Bazaar Singapore said, with Chanel, Louis Vuitton and Balenciaga. Brooches are the other must, worn large on lapels. InStyle adds high-vamp shoes, statement collars and "Cherry On Top" gloves, as seen at Anna Sui.
What should I buy first?
- A red piece, whether a coat, knit or bag
- A velvet blazer for both office and evening
- A statement brooch
- A faux-fur or shearling coat; see our guide to winter coat trends for 2026
- A skirt set that can be worn as separates
For beauty to match, see fall 2026's hair and makeup trends.
Published Monday, October 19, 2026. Trend calls are from Harper's Bazaar, InStyle and Harper's Bazaar Singapore's coverage of the Fall/Winter 2026 shows.
