Spring-Summer 2026 is defined by “Redirection”; a year when old ideas will be challenged and urgent change will reshape how we treat society, design industries, and work with the environment.

The SS26 palette reflects this shift through a mix of urgent brights, earthy naturals, and calming tinted tones, inspired by hyper-textured, waxy organic materials. These colors balance joyful intensity with restorative, nocturnal softness, supporting themes of sustainability, emotional wellbeing, and expressive functionality across fashion, craft, beauty, and lifestyle design.

 Scroll down to take a peek at the colors & trends from prominent fashion houses.

(For References and Resources of the prominent fashion houses & trendsetters, who have inspired our research, please scroll down at the bottom of the page.)

Color trends for the season…

1. Transformative Teal

A fluid fusion of blue and green symbolizing nature’s diversity and an Earth-first mindset. Cooling, calming, and regenerative, this shade reflects resilience and collective solutions in the face of climate change.

2. Cloud Dancer (PANTONE 11-4201)

A soft, airy off-white representing calm, clarity, and simplicity. This versatile neutral acts as a serene backdrop for mindful, minimal, and quiet luxury design, especially suitable for fashion, interior design and retail packaging.

3. Electric Fuchsia

A vivid neon between pink and purple with a digital, kinetic edge. Electric Fuchsia channels rebellious resistance, escapism, and post-human creativity shaped by AI and virtual aesthetics.

4. Amber Glaze

Amber Haze is a radiant green-toned yellow inspired by ancient pigments, crystals, and earthy wisdom. This hue encourages slower, more regenerative approaches to colour and craft.

5. Jelly Mint

A buoyant, playful pastel that embraces “kawaii” (Japanese word for cute), joy and nostalgic “kidult” designs. Jelly Mint reflects “glimmers”, the micro-moments of happiness that build resilience and boost wellbeing.

 6. Blue Aura

A soothing greyed pastel blue with a healing, cocooning quality. Gender-inclusive and trans-seasonal, it works across velvet textures, metallic finishes, and futuristic industrial surfaces. Can be layered or left unfinished or lacquered.

Style trends of the season…

 1. Monochrome

 Classic yet modern, monochrome minimalism remains timeless across jewellery, fashion, and home décor.

 2. Digital & Graphics

Bold, Gen Z – inspired graphics and statement patterns reflecting fast-changing moods and virtual influence.

 3. Wavy shapes

 Flowing, natural organic forms capturing creativity and softness, trending strongly in interiors, accessories, and jewelry. Will be seen in commercial large spaces too.

References and additional resources:

www.pantone.com
www.wgsn.com
www.coloro.com
www.fashionunited.com
www.viettimecraft.com
www.premierevision.com
www.voguebusiness.com
www.stylearcade.com
www.fashionunited.com
www.stylesweekly.com
www.whowhatwear.com
www.drapersonline.com
www.casatreschic.blogspot.com
www.ashleyhicks.com
www.poshmark.com
www.ragingrouge.com
www.afrohemien.com
www.pilicat.com
www.modacable.com
www.net-a-porter.com