Vogue’s editors have spoken, and summer 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most eclectic fashion seasons in recent memory. From bold footwear choices to sport-inspired dressing, the trends forecasted for this summer span a wide spectrum of styles, aesthetics, and occasions.
Footwear Takes Centre Stage
This summer, what’s on your feet matters more than ever. Flip-flops are back — but don’t expect the sleek, minimalist styles of last year. Designers including Alaïa, Louboutin, and Balenciaga are pushing the silhouette into statement territory, with spikes, hardware, and pillowy straps. Wedge sandals are also having a quiet revival, with editors pointing to modern, minimalist iterations in eel leather and soft foam as the shoe of the season. And for those willing to brave the heat, cowboy boots paired with denim cut-offs are turning heads on city streets.
Bags, Colour, and Sport Collide
Accessories and colour are equally pivotal this season. Supersized bags — led by Matthieu Blazy’s slouchy designs for Chanel — are replacing the mini bag as the practical and stylish carry of choice. Meanwhile, neon and day-glo accents are making a confident return, appearing in ballet flats, sheer leggings, and criss-cross tops from brands like Paloma Wool and Gimaguas. With the FIFA World Cup hosted on home soil, soccer jerseys are also expected to influence everyday dressing, whether styled with sneakers or dressed up with heels.
Rounding out the season’s story are sheer fabrics, playful fringe, silk scarves, and a preppy aesthetic refreshed for city living — proof that summer 2026 has something for every wardrobe.