18/09/2026
This is the trend I’ve seen on literally everyone this week — skip or keep?
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After years of ultra-minimalist, “quiet luxury” cashmeres, AW26 brings a loud, artisanal rebellion. Sweaters are no longer just practical layering pieces, they are the hero piece of the outfit. The aesthetic leans into a “borrowed-from-grandpa” energy but executes it with high-end, contemporary styling.
Key pieces
🤎Oversized statement stripes
Thick, fuzzy, multi-colored horizontal stripes. They feature dropped shoulders and extra-long sleeves that swallow the hands.
🤎Modern fair isle/nordic knit
Traditional patterns are making a massive comeback, these heritage mountain motifs are updated with cropped, boxy silhouettes and earthy palettes.
🤎Deconstructed/distressed sweater
perfectly imperfect garments that ook handmade, mended, or slightly grunge-inspired.
🤎Plunging v-neck:
Thick, ribbed V-necks in vibrant colors, designed to drape elegantly off one shoulder or frame a collared shirt underneath.
AW26 Styling tips
🍂The “big on big” silhouette: Pair them directly with ultra-wide-leg tailored trousers or baggy raw denim to create a luxurious, enveloping silhouette.
🍂High-low texture clashing: Pairing a heavy, fuzzy, oversized knit with a fluid, sleek silk or satin slip skirt creates the ultimate autumn/winter textural contrast.
🍂The “peek-a-boo” collar: Styled with crisp, striped poplin button-downs underneath. Letting the collar and cuffs peek out instantly sharpens the look.
