words by MAREK BARTEK
Now that we all have had a moment to recover from a whirlpool of videos and images that have been flooding our feeds for over a month, it is time to actually reflect upon what we saw and make sense of what we can expect to yearn for in the coming months. Overall, we witnessed a lot of playfulness, light-heartedness and experimentation to push our taste buds out of their comfort zones into new, unmarked territories. Some recurring themes were more daring than others, yet altogether they contributed to the communal feelings of escapism and finding joy in tactility, nostalgia and intellectual eroticism – here are our favourite trends from the runways of Spring/Summer 2027.
THE ERA OF METALLIC PANTS
all images courtesy of DIOR, CELINE, LUAR, COACH, CAMPILLO, FFORME and ALAINPAUL
Earlier this year, Netflix premiered a documentary about Kylie Minogue, which scored a well-deserved 8/10 on IMDb. Kylie is a heartfelt docu-series ultimately reminding the world why we love the Princess of Pop so much. Not only is she a talented artist, queer icon and a ray of positivity, most importantly — at least in the fashion context — she will forever be the one who wore the golden shorts in her Spinning Around music video. Beyond a great idea for a Halloween costume, there has been an undeniable resurgence of the use of metallic materials in both menswear and womenswear — especially when it comes to trousers. From Dior to Luar, in a world full of gloomy news, it might be time to channel our inner Kylie.
YOUR GRANMA’S TABLECLOTH BUT MAKE IT FASHION
images courtesy of MAISON MARGIELA MM6, PRADA, MAGDA BUTRYM, LOUIS VUITTON, MIU MIU, MERYLL ROGGE, MAISON MARGIELA, MSGM, SIMONE ROCHA, DRIES VAN NOTEN, BOTTEGA VENETA, ASHLEY WILLIAMS, ACNE STUDIOS and CHRISTIAN SIRIANO
This trend has been a slow-burner ever since Prada sent that one floral dress down the runway during Spring/Summer 2025, but this time around it feels like the brands are truly doubling down — some better than others. Prada obviously didn’t just return to the runway with a two-year-old trend they’ve started but turned it into something more tactile than just print — jewel-encrusted skirts. But this whole concept expands beyond just flower themes into slightly more abstract, yet still very 70s and 80s home-decor-textile-inspired graphics that offer nostalgia that seems almost confrontational due to how retro and authentic they seem. Maybe it’s time to pay a visit to your grandparents and turn one of their cushion covers into a trendy skirt.
SHEER LAYERS
all images MARC JACOBS, PRADA, MSGM, TOM FORD, PRONOUNCE, MULBERRY, SPORTMAX, LANVIN, MU MIU, TORY BURCH, VALENTINO, HODAKOVA, ECKHAUS LATTA, JULIE KEGELS and DRIES VAN NOTEN
Layering — though usually associated with fall and winter collections — on its own isn’t anything new or groundbreaking. What changed, however, is how we’ve decided to approach the showing of layers. In a rather intriguing turn of events, not only is layering becoming more pointed and exaggerated but it also challenges the very concept of layering the way we’re used to it. Normally, the garment underneath serves as a base or an accent of sorts to ultimately highlight the other garment worn on top of it. This season many decided to spotlight the pieces underneath, pieces that are normally considered secondary, by turning the outer garments sheer. We’ve seen an abundance of this styling trick, and it’s definitely one worth playing with.
DANGLING BLING BLING
images courtesy of DRIES VAN NOTEN, VALENTINO, TORY BURCH, DOLCE & GABBANA, THE ATTICO, MARNI and ZANKOV
We knew that the death of minimalism could be made official after the latest The Row show. When even the Olsen twins can’t resist and gives in, it is time for everyone to try it out. We’ve been slowly seeing the playfulness levels rising on the runways as more and more brands started to experiment with embellishments. But for Spring/Summer 2027, they are getting a fun little twist, becoming hanging ornaments that dangle alongside as you walk. From skirts and blouses, to coats and shoes. Movement is essential for this trend to come fully to life but hey, a little walk around the block to show off never hurt nobody.
ITSY BITSY TEENIE WEENIE BOTTOMS
images courtesy of TOM FORD, DIESEL, CAMPILLO, SITUATIONIST, MIU MIU, PRONOUNCE, CHANEL, PALOMO SPAIN, MARCO RAMBALDI, MAISON MARGIELA MM6, MARINE SERRE, LOEWE, ALAÏA, CONNER IVES, MCQUEEN, COURRÈGES, JEAN PAUL GAULTIER
Minidresses, micro skirts… it is rather common for female models to showcase their legs — it is less common for male models to be asked to do the same but alas here we are. Everyone from Dsquared2 to Saint Laurent has collectively decided that the more of men’s legs we’ll be seeing next summer, the better. Watching everyone sport the tiniest shorts and briefs makes us wonder… about the world’s financial situation, that is. The hem-length index is a famous marker that has linked shortening inseams to financial prosperity. In this case, however, the question stands whether we’re in for a turn of events in the economical world or this trend remains just a manifestation of our wishful thinking.
THE PEAK OF CULTURAL INTELLECTUALISM
images courtesy of PROENZA SCHOULER, DRIES VAN NOTEN, CHRISTOPHER ESBER, MAISON MARGIELA, ASHLEY WILLIAMS, ALTUZARRA and JIL SANDER
“Smart is sexy” isn’t necessarily a new propaganda we’re being asked to fall for, but it rings especially true today. Everyone’s at the gym, everyone’s joining running clubs, hyrox, doing skincare treatments, subtle botox, or simply growing a moustache — the means to aesthetically enhance our appearance seem to be limitless. And in the midst of everyone having an ability to be hot, how exactly can one stand out?! Performative reading is through the roof, and we all know that one guy who’s into niche films and claims to own a copy of Mein Kampf because of his interest in graphic design. Now we can witness that same obsession with being culturally intellectual in fashion, even though there is undoubtedly a sense of irony weaved into at least some of the of collections. Klausner’s Dries van Noten was the perfect example of this discourse, featuring prints of made-up film posters. Niche enough?
YELLOW AND GREEN AND BUBBLE GUM PINK
images courtesy of LANVIN, CELINE, LUAR, LOEWE, MUGLER, SANDY LIANG, MSGM, NATASHA ZINKO and BLUMARINE
The holy trinity of colours for Spring/Summer 2027 has been announced! While, yes, purple is still very much on trend these days, it is the newest additions and iterations we’re after. It is almost bizarre that when talking about spring and summer collections, we have decided to turn to two colours most associated with good, warm weather. Sunny yellow and grass green have become two driving colour forces on the runway. Besides them stands pink, which — to be fair — has been trending for the past two seasons; the difference this time is its shade. From the vibrant fuchsia pink, we’ve shifted to a slightly more mellow but all that much sweeter bubble gum pink. If there is one garment that is quintessentially Spring/Summer 2027, it is the bubble gum pink hot speedo that Haider Ackerman made us drool (respectfully) over during the Tom Ford show.
RECESSION-PROOF ACCESSORIES
images courtesy of TORY BURCH, MAISON MARGIELA MM6, MCQUEEN, VICTORIA BECKHAM, THOM BROWNE, MULBERRY, LUAR, PRADA, LOUIS VUITTON, MAISON MARGIELA, MATIÈRES FÉCALES, DOLCE & GABBANA, LOEWE and SCHIAPARELLI
We are all slightly broke and current happenings aren’t really making us too optimistic. Suddenly a pair of trousers or a dress might seem like a bit too much of an irresponsible splurge. Brands are therefore adapting their offerings as well, putting a lot of focus on accessories, hoping to maintain sales by creating products that are just as appealing as ready-to-wear but doable for those of us on a budget. Belts are becoming a thing again, suddenly it makes sense to do a monochromatic look with a statement shoe, and everyone and their mother has been obsessing over the Celine sunglasses. It is brands’ way to make people feel included without having to go the Versace route of lowering the prices of their ready-to-wear — at least for now.