5 Essential Spring Fashion Trends Shaping 2026

Spring has officially sprung! And thank god, because we didn’t know how much more of winter we could take. Sure, winter dressing is fun, and we love playing around with all the different layers, but it’s about time that the sun starts shining and the weather starts to warm up. Plus, the shifting of the seasons means the shifting of our wardrobe. If you’re doing a bit of a wardrobe spring clean and/or want to inject a little more fun into your closet, this is the time to do it. The upcoming Spring fashion trends promise fun in spades. From fringe-lined hems to vibrant graphic tees, we’re in for a colourful 2026 ahead.

Want to know what 2026 Spring fashion trends will be filling your feed? Keep on reading.

1. Fringing

Fringe is going to be the equivalent of what polka dots were last summer, this summer. It absolutely dominated the street style scene at Copenhagen Fashion Week earlier this August, and we’re expecting its influence to trickle down into our wardrobes come spring. From swishy fringe-lined skirts and dresses to statement fringing on bags, jackets and even denim, this playful detail is an easy way to add movement and personality to an otherwise simple outfit. The best part? You don’t need to go full flapper to get on board, even a fringe-trimmed accessory is enough to tap into the trend.

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2. Neon Graphic Baby Tees

We’re in a full y2k revival, and along with the low waist jeans, gems and colourful eyeshadow, graphic baby tees are making a comeback — most specifically vibrant styles.

We’ve seen some pretty controversial graphic baby tees, like ‘I’m too pretty to do math’, so we’ve gone ahead and found some far cuter options that are still tongue-in-cheek withouxt reducing women’s worth to their appearance.

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3. Sneaker Charms and Double Laces

As the vanilla girl era comes to an end and we start having more fun with our outfits, it makes sense that our sneakers are getting a little more personality, too. Sneaker charms and double laces are set to be everywhere this spring, turning even the most basic pair of trainers into a statement. Whether you’re adding colourful charms to your favourite sneakers or doubling up your laces in contrasting shades, it’s a low-commitment way to experiment with the trend without buying an entirely new pair of shoes. Consider it the sneaker equivalent of adding jewellery to an outfit — small, but surprisingly effective.

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4. Pink Denim

Some brands have been switching up the classic light blue Spring denim for a cutesy pastel pink, and we’re obsessed. It’s a fun way to play around with a spring colour palette, whether you pair it with a simple white baby tee or try your hand at dopamine dressing and lean into colour blocking. You can go all out with a double denim set, or keep it simple by jazzing up the bottom half of your outfits.

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5. Funnel Neck Wind Breakers

If there’s one thing we’ve learnt from the sporty fashion resurgence, it’s that gym gear no longer belongs exclusively in the gym. This spring, the funnel-neck is evolving from the heavy woolen coats we know and love to lightweight windbreakers that are equally as cool. They’re the perfect transitional piece for those not-quite-warm, not-quite-cold days, and look just as good thrown over activewear as they do paired with jeans or capris. Opt for a classic neutral if you want something you’ll wear on repeat, or embrace the season’s more colourful mood with a bright or pastel hue. 

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Alyssa Forato is the Shopping Editor at The Modern Muse Magazine. Based in Melbourne, Alyssa traversed the digital landscape, from digital marketing and publishing to social media, before turning to fashion, beauty and lifestyle journalism. She was previously the E-Commerce Editor at PEDESTRIAN.TV, and has been published in Harper's BAZAAR, Mamamia!, Sitchu, Fashion Journal and more. Alyssa is all about hunting down a discount, testing the latest beauty buys or finding what Australian brands are on our favourite celebs' radars. When she's not writing, you'll find her curating the perfect Pinterest board or forming a million wish lists.

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