New Season: A Guide to Menswear Trends for Autumn/Winter 2026/27
Words by Tony Wilkes
“Building a proper wardrobe is like building a home,” said the multi-Oscar-winning designer Edith Head. “It is something you’re going to live in. It must be comfortable and suit all your needs.” This season, that wisdom is truer than ever. Autumn/Winter 2026 moves menswear forward with fresh momentum and a new kind of wardrobe – one that is built on the timeless styles of the past with a modern, creative attitude. Below, step into the men’s trends defining the new season.
Jewel in the Crown
A winter wardrobe is largely made up of the dark muted neutrals: black, navy, grey. But this season, the classic palette is shot through with rich jewel tones. On the Milan and Paris runways, the most popular shade was a deep aubergine, alongside bright mustard, emerald green and other eye-catching colours to bring warmth and vibrancy to cold winter days. This richness also played out in texture: expect plush velvets, the finest cashmere and the softest, buttery leather.
The Neck’s Best Thing
Tailoring will always be a focus of the best men’s collections, but in what form? Today’s suit is cut for a languid, effortless line, recalling the elegance of 1930s tailoring – the same look that inspired the late Giorgio Armani in the 1980s and ‘90s. In tune with this nostalgic attitude, there was one item that was everywhere this season: the tie. Once thought extinct, this simple accessory is the key to tailoring’s new mood: cool and classically refined.
Sporting Intent
Sportswear takes centre stage this season, worn with smart, tailored pieces for sophisticated contrast. Layering is key. Think a sporty windbreaker worn as a blazer with a shirt and tie; a tracksuit worn with a classic, structured overcoat; a hoodie tucked into belted, pleated trousers. Urban performance gear (or Gorpcore) is also in the mix, from technical parkas and puffer jackets to lace up hiking boots, grounding outfits with a rugged, practical edge.
The Hero Piece
If there’s one item to invest in this autumn, it’s a leather jacket. Once an icon of youthful rebellion, today’s styles are best summed up by Toteme’s, pictured here. A new brand for Menswear at Harrods, it offers styles with a sleek, clean look that pair easily with other wardrobe essentials. Perfectly versatile, they can be worn with a classic pair of jeans or, perhaps most surprisingly, for evening: simply wear one with a suit in place of your blazer.
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