Spring/Summer 2026: Trends to Watch and Wear

Spring/Summer 2026: Trends to Watch and Wear

This season is all about having wearable, versatile pieces from the first warm day through late summer. Lightweight suedes, timeless trenches, and daytime denim shape an ideal spring/summer wardrobe. Whether you’re spending weekends on a boat, exploring new cities, strolling sun-soaked streets, or dressing for summer Fridays at the office, this season’s trends are perfect for any occasion. 

See below the Spring/Summer 2026 trends to know, with mindful styling tips from fashion graduates. 

Softest Suedes: Lightweight, Transitional Staples

Once reserved for fall, suede takes on a lighter, more playful role this Spring/Summer. From bomber jackets to mini skirts, the season’s suede pieces feel fresh, modern, and unexpectedly versatile. Effortlessly Parisian, suede is the fabric of the moment.

How to Wear It:
Style a suede shirt or bomber with fleece-lined tights and knee-high boots for crisp spring days. On hot summer days, pair with kitten heels for an evening look.

Shop this trend: Clever Alice blue high neck sweater top, Garconne vegan leather skirt, Clever Alice suede bomber jacket

The Icon: Chic Trench Coats of the Season

Relaxed yet tailored silhouettes will be everywhere this season, and the trench coat is a perfect staple. Timeless and endlessly versatile, the trench is amazing for all day wear. Polished enough for work, relaxed enough for the weekend.

How to Wear It:
Style a trench with a lightweight long sleeve, elongated trousers, and pointed flats for the office. For daytime city dressing, layer it over a lace-trim cami, mini skirt, and knee-high boots.

Shop this trend: Clever Alice lace trim cami, Astrid Mini Skirt, Clever Alice trench, Walter Baker bag

A Walk in the Park: Green for Spring

Spring/Summer 2026 color trends feel calm and grounded, with green serving as a standout shade. Khaki-toned greens fit seamlessly into everyday dressing. A khaki skirt, blazer, trousers, or an accessory, can be worn as a neutral in your closet. 

How to Wear It:
Style a khaki mini skirt with a sporty cropped top and lightweight bomber for the cutest off-duty look. Big office meeting? Pair an oversized khaki suit over a fitted undershirt and point-toe booties. 

Shop this trend: Clever Alice varsity top, Garconne green mini skirt, Garconne bomber, Walter Baker bag 

Daytime Denim: New Year, New Jeans

Denim is always a year-round staple, and ti continues to trend on the runway this season. Barrel-leg, wide-leg, and straight-leg styles are all trending, and washes range from light to dark. Brown denim paired with blue denim can be a cute, trendy way of embracing the Canadian tuxedo this season.

How to Wear It:
On summer days, style a baggy barrel jean with oversized sunglasses and easy sandals. In spring, style dark wash wide-leg denim with a white ruffle blouse, suede booties, and a classic tote.

Shop this trend: Clever Alice denim jacket, Sweewe Paris black top, Oraije brown barrel jeans

The Sample Edit: Elevated Spring/Summer Finds

Linen, crochet, and soft textures continue to be popular this season. Breezy, easy silhouettes, and flowing pants that read like skirts, are perfect for warm-weather dressing. Playful embroidery and crochet also add a sense of joy and craftsmanship to the season.

How to Wear It:
Style linen trousers with a brown tank and green crochet shawl for daytime by the boardwalk, or wear an embroidered eyelet dress with your favorite red pumps for a chic, retro-inspired evening look.

Shop this trend: M Made in Italy matching set, Astrid peplum matching set, Astrid navy crochet top, Astrid linen pants, Astrid cherry dress

Spring/Summer at clever alice

At clever alice, we curate Spring/Summer collections through a timeless, season-less lens. We offer designer showroom samples, alongside our exclusive private label collections sourced from France and Seoul, Korea. Explore our full Spring/Summer collection online, or visit us in-store at 4 Prince Street and 87 Christopher Street.