Trends We'll Take with Us Into 2027

I’m seeing legs. Lots of them. And it isn’t stopping as the summer heat dissipates — we’re even going extra short for winter! The girls have been sporting the no-pants trend for multiple seasons now, heavily influenced by collections including Miu Miu Spring/Summer ‘23 and Bottega Veneta Spring/Summer ‘23. But now the men want to join in. From Jacob Elordi to Harry Styles, some of the biggest trendsetters are opting in to having their thighs out. I’m calling it now. As a result of Harry’s teeny tiny shorts on stage during his current residency at Madison Square Garden, they’ll be flooding the streets in no time. And you don’t have to tuck away your mini shorts when it gets cold either — add a fun printed tight like Ana Petcu or a knee-high sock like Grace Curley to keep it cute in the cold.

Hear me out. Madé Lapuerta of Data But Make It Fashion already declared 2026 the “year of the freaky shoe.” So now that all eyes are on, well, feet, we’re looking to add a few layers. Literally. I’ve observed a lot of creative styling elements when it comes to socks and shoes — perhaps you layer an ankle length sock over a taller one, sport some toeless socks à la Miu Miu Spring/Summer ‘25 like Rocío Beltrán or Siobhan Lynch, or just keep a colorful sock peeking out of an elongated boot. No matter how you choose to partake in this fad, one thing is for sure: socks and weird hosiery are the unexpected styling stars of the season. 

I honestly wrote this before Drake stepped out in his “Fall Girl”-coded fit. But I guess that’s only more proof to affirm the statement that fringe is back in full force. Some would say it never really left. But my Minnetonka boots would beg to differ. They’ve remained untouched in the back of my childhood closet for years, though now they may just get a reprise. Fringe showed up all over runways in Paris, Milan, Copenhagen, and New York. And honestly, it’s just really fun. It makes a simple outfit a bit more dynamic and it makes a funky outfit even more whimsical. Take notes from Sierra Mayhew, who added a touch of fringe as an accessory, if you want to ease into the trend.

Usually, we only go below the belt to “hit them where it hurts.” But in this case, spending some time studying what’s below the belt could lead to a multidimensional outfit with quirky appeal. I spent the first week of this past August in Copenhagen, visiting the quaint city for its exponentially growing Fashion Week. And when I’m there, I’m always taking notes. If you know, you know — the Scandi girls are always one step ahead. I noticed a lot of peplum hemlines, ultra-low drop waists, and fringed cummerbund belts within the By Malene Birger, Baum und Pferdgarten, and Herskind Spring/Summer ‘27 collections. And at New York Fashion Week Spring/Summer ‘27, the phenomenon continued. Kim Shui showed off fringe waistlines while Tibi highlighted a few looks with belted, extreme drop waists and cardigan-covered torsos. Marina Mitrakos used both fringe and a dynamic layering element to spice up her look, while Perou Grace balanced out her look by adding some weight to the lower half.

Re: freaky shoes, water shoes are so back. But this nostalgic, function-forward footwear style didn’t return without company — they brought their distant relatives with them: hiking boots, climbing shoes, and Vibram FiveFingers, just to name a few. We’ve seen shoe silhouettes inflate and then slim down over the course of the last decade (and I for one, am eternally grateful to see the FILA stompers fall from grace) but now, shoes are taking a tactile turn. These performance-forward options will keep you well equipped for the streets and the creek, but beyond their practicality, these options bring more texture to an every day look. Performance materials are often bumpy, toughened by rough traction, and come in crazy colorways. Which makes them kind of the perfect cherry on top to an everyday staple outfit. Victoria Chuah styled some gorpcore-inspired heels with a tenniscore look, combining fashion and function.