The spring trends men will actually want to wear
by Tina LončarJanuary 22, 2026
Strictly casual. That is how we might briefly describe the aesthetic direction shaping men’s trends for the coming spring. Shirts peeking out from under sweaters or worn fully unbuttoned and not neatly tucked into trousers, flip flops and slides reminiscent of slippers for an extra dose of comfort, relaxed suits that allow freedom of movement as opposed to the sharp lines and rigid materials that long defined formal menswear, ties worn as fashion accessories to spice up casual combinations.
Men’s fashion for spring summer 2026 is grounded in nonchalant coolness, ease, and playful reinterpretations of established rules, all with the goal of making the clothes and shoes we wear feel comfortable. While the runways of major fashion capitals rotate through fall 2026 collections and the focus shifts from the international men’s fashion fair Pitti Uomo in Florence and Milan Men’s Fashion Week to Paris, our attention turns to the trends we will be wearing first when winter finally passes.
#1 Pinstriped suits
Pinstriped suits in relaxed cuts ride the wave of the strictly casual style. Although they remain suits, symbols of formal and serious menswear, this spring they arrive with a nonchalant, unburdened note. Adorned with stripes and interpreted by fashion houses such as Dolce & Gabbana or Louis Vuitton, these suits evoke pajama aesthetics, redesigned to be suitable for wearing outside the home while retaining what we love most about them: a sense of comfort.
#2 Ties in casual outfits
Ties have dominated trends for several seasons now, which raises the question of whether anyone still perceives them exclusively as accessories reserved for formal and ceremonial looks. On the spring summer 2026 runways they truly shone in casual arrangements. David Koma in Berlin presented a collection in which the tie took on the role of a decorative “belt”, Dior incorporated it into a denim on denim look, while Junya Watanabe completely disregarded the rules and nonchalantly hung as many as three ties around the neck.
#3 Sneakers with thin soles
Sneakers with narrow silhouettes, thin soles, and retro aesthetics have pushed out the bulky dad sneakers that ruled the fashion scene for far too long. Fortunately, we have no intention of giving up retro sneakers this spring either, and just like in womenswear, they will dominate men’s trends as well. Dries Van Noten, Dsquared2, and Prada are just some of the brands that presented their own interpretations of this return, or perhaps better said, this continued presence, of a more subtle silhouette for the warm season.
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#4 Underwear as part of the outfit
The trend of boxers peeking out from the waistband of trousers or aesthetically transforming shorts into something reminiscent of men’s underwear has been defining the direction of dressing for some time now. This level of casualness will continue to shape spring trends, whether in subtle or less subtle ways. For those who want to join the trend but are not ready to go all the way, Saint Laurent prepared boxers that blend into the shirt, making the styling maneuver noticeable only to a trained eye. Willy Chavarria opted for boxers peeking out in a contrasting color, while Dior is completely transparent. You do not even need trousers.
#5 Retro tracksuits
Old school tracksuits delight us just as much as the trend of sneakers with thin soles. Riding the wave of nostalgia and retro aesthetics, they have returned in contemporary versions that are still classy enough to remind us why we love them so much. In spring 2026 collections, they have moved away from a purely sporty vibe. Prada paired its retro tracksuits with loafers, while Louis Vuitton styled them with a shirt peeking out underneath.
#6 Tonal dressing
Tonal dressing is one of the most elegant fashion dictates for spring. Multiple shades of the same color, especially when paired in formal outfits, create an impression of refinement without the risk of slipping into predictability or boredom. Loro Piana, Saint Laurent, and Louis Vuitton are just some of the brands that offered their own examples of layered dressing done with style.
#7 Brooches
After keeping them in jewelry boxes for far too long, we have finally taken out our brooches and adorned coat lapels with them. And it seems we cannot get enough of them now. Alongside womenswear trends, brooches are dominating spring runways, becoming the key accessory of the season in menswear collections as well. How do we wear them? Any way we like. Classic, fastened to coat or blazer lapels. Somewhat unexpected, transforming the cut of a garment. Or maximalist, layered in greater numbers to dominate the outfit.
#8 Slides that resemble slippers
Suits that resemble pajamas and shoes that resemble slippers. Yes, everything points to a reluctance to leave the house, and if we already have to, we want to feel at least somewhat comfortable while facing the challenges of everyday life. Slides that resemble slippers have already conquered the streets of fashion capitals, and Loro Piana, Fear of God, and Giorgio Armani have equipped themselves with their own versions for the coming spring. Say what you will, but after this trend it will be hard to return to old, rigid shoes.
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