While the common perception is, of course, that what you wear is the most important thing, there’s also a case to be made for how you wear it being equally, if not more, important. As the spring/summer 2026 collections proved, a seemingly simple (even often overlooked) item can bring a whole new lease of life to your spring outfits with the right styling.
Indeed, the art of styling has long been the bread and butter of Miuccia Prada, ever since she took the helm of Prada in 1978. Season after season, for Prada, clothes are only half the story. The rest is the quiet confidence of knowing how to meticulously put things together.
A subtle tuck here, a decisively placed accessory there, a popped collar or an unexpected combination, and suddenly your outfit is immeasurably more considered. Better still, many of these runway tricks rely on rethinking pieces you already own, rather than constantly buying into something new.
Below, seven of the most wearable spring outfit ideas straight from spring/summer 2026 runway, all of which are easy to adapt, remarkably versatile and guaranteed to make your wardrobe feel refreshed for spring.
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The jumper-over-the-shoulders trick is nothing new, but Bottega Veneta gave it a 2026 update. On the runway, buttery yellow knits were wrapped over neutral tailoring, adding a new softness. Think less “forgotten layer” and more intentional styling flourish; this look is especially effective with oversized blazers or fluid trousers.
Track tops have been in fashion’s consciousness for a while now, largely thanks to Wales Bonner’s ongoing collaboration with Adidas. But for spring/summer 2026, Etro turned the sporty-meets-preppy staple on its head. Instead, zip-through styles were paired with floaty, bohemian prints. The contrast felt fresh, relaxed and easy to recreate in real life.
At Celine, belts were layered, doubled up and worn with intention, bringing an element of interest to otherwise rather straightforward looks. The resounding feeling was that one belt buckle is truly never enough. Try stacking two over a crisp shirt and cinching your favourite jeans, for instant polish.
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The pussy-bow blouse made a strong return at Jonathan Anderson’s debut Dior show and at Valentino. Already a favourite among fashion insiders (and most recently spotted on Lily Allen), it’s a piece that feels a little bit romantic and unapologetically feminine. Style with straight-leg denim to keep it modern rather than twee.
Girlish lace dresses are a spring mainstay, but Givenchy offered a more grounded way to wear them. On the runway, delicate, diaphanous dresses were thrown on with rugged leather biker jackets, a styling move that instantly made them feel more wearable for spring.
We’ve seen anoraks creeping into fashion for a few seasons now, but if Loewe has anything to say about it, 2026 will be their breakout year. The key is how you style them: layered over sporty zip-through knits and paired with relaxed-fit tailored trousers. Practical for spring, yes – but also quietly cool.
While wearing an actual apron might feel like a stretch, Miu Miu’s latest collection has cemented a broader utilitarian mood. For a slightly more wearable approach, style apron-cut tops and dresses with barn jackets, layered knits and glossy leather accessories, for a slightly more functional take on the trend.
