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13 trends spotted at the Men’s Spring/Summer 2026 Fashion Week
Numéro reviews the standout trends from the Men’s Spring/Summer 2026 Fashion Week in Milan and Paris. From ultra-short shorts to denim total looks and multiple belts… here’s an overview of what men will be wearing next season.
Trends spotted on the Spring/Summer 2026 catwalks
The Paris Fashion Week wrapped up on Sunday 29th of June 2025, after six days of shows and presentations punctuated by a few unexpected trends. Numéro breaks it down for you.
Micro-shorts, bold version
A trend that began last season, tiny shorts are now making a bold statement. From Prada to Dior – where Jonathan Anderson presented his debut collection for the French house – no fabric fell below the knee. The same goes at Louis Vuitton, where Pharrell Williams continues to champion his sun-drenched wardrobe inspired by India, and at Dries Van Noten, where Julian Klausner now helms the men’s collections.
The rise of pyjamacore
For its Spring/Summer 2026 collection, the Italian house Dolce & Gabbana hosted a massive pyjama party during Milan Fashion Week on June 21st. The idea was simple: what if pajamas weren’t just made for lounging but became the go-to summer outfit? Pyjamacore has arrived.
The full denim look
Even though denim never fully disappeared from the runways, it takes center stage in the Spring/Summer 2026 menswear collections. Designers are going all in with denim total looks, like at Egonlab and Études Studios, with a streetwear-inspired version of hooded dresses.
Sportswear makes a comeback
Pretty rare during the last seasons, the sportswear trend is making a strong comeback at the Fashion Week. Whether in a hiker-inspired, gorpcore look at Emporio Armani or a F1 aesthetics at KidSuper in collaboration with Mercedes-Benz, fashion is merging with sport this Spring/Summer 2026.
Embroideries from Spring/Summer 2026
Embroideries steal the spotlight
This season, embroideries add a touch of ornamental elegance even to the most urban pieces. Dolce & Gabbana pairs it with pyjama-like suits, while Bluemarble embellishes Anthony Alvarez’s wardrobe with delicate pearls. Special mention to the Doublet show, where embroidered fish and plastic bottles appear on knitted sweaters.
Lace and crochet go masculine
Once limited to womenswear, lace is now confidently making its mark in menswear fashion. At Egonlab, lace sneaks out from beneath a sailor’s hat, unveiling a sensual, romantic pirate. A delicate reinterpretation of masculine see-through…
Leopard, floral… prints (re)claim their crown
Floral, bestial, geometric… Prints are everywhere this season. They cover faux-fur coats at Kenzo, two-piece sets at Bluemarble, or suits at Louis Vuitton and Dolce & Gabbana. A joyful mix-and-match that electrifies any silhouette.
Trendy colours of Spring/Summer 2026
Bold colors take the lead
After last season’s obsession with pink, it’s time now for colourful shades. Apple green lit up AWGE’s latest show by A$AP Rocky, while candy pink brightened up 3.Paradis’s blazers. A vibrant palette for those who no longer want to fade into the background.
Pastel is on the rise
Conversely to neon hues, pastels are quietly imposing themselves on the runway. At Jacquemus, flowing dresses in lavender and peach tones evoke a Provençal summer, while Jeanne Friot opts for lilac and mint green shades inspired by the transgender pride flag, adding tenderness to her committed wardrobe.
Trendy accessories of Spring/Summer 2026
The hat: the new fashion playground
No longer a mere accessory, the hat is a true statement piece this season. On the runways of Prada and 3.Paradis, it appears in unexpected fabrics and sculptural shapes. At Issey Miyake, it becomes architectural, while Jah Jah reinterprets it with a streetwear and original twist.
The grand return of flip-flops?
Following the sneaker craze, flip-flops are making a bold comeback for Spring/Summer 2026. With pointed toes at Ami and sandal versions at Yohji Yamamoto, these long-overlooked shoes are back in the spotlight.
The tie: star accessory of the summer
Once relegated to officewear, the tie emerges as the must-have accessory for this Spring/Summer 2026. At Saint Laurent, it subtly peeks out from under a fluid shirt for a sensual effect. At AWGE, it becomes an oversized statement in a XXL faux fur version. Revamped, twisted, oversized or classic, it symbolises a new kind of hybrid elegance, at the crossroads of rigour and boldness.
A myriad of belts
On the catwalks, belts are liberated, multiplied, and revamped. At 3.Paradis, the brand’s signature quadruple belt plays a central role in poetic silhouettes inspired by The Little Prince. Jeanne Friot pushes boundaries even further, turning belts into skirts, bras, or high boots and redefines this garment’s purpose. More than a detail, belts are a symbol of radical experimentation this season.
