Pants: From satin to leather, these are the 6 hottest trends for 2026
The pants that will restart our style in 2026.
"Sweatpants are a sign of defeat. You've lost control of your life and bought sweatpants." One of Karl Lagerfeld's most iconic quotes seems to have inspired fashion houses for Spring/Summer 2026, bringing luxury and sensuality back to the fashion scene in terms of trouser trends.
Satin pants
In Schiaparelli's SS26 collection, lingerie-inspired pants made of satin fabric reinforced the luxurious feel.
The colour of 2026
Cloud Dancer is Pantone's colour for 2026, with Bottega Veneta and Victoria Beckham already featuring this shade in next season's wide-leg pants.
The riding leggings
In 2026, riding leggings (not gym leggings) are making a strong comeback, according to Celine and Jil Sander, paired with oversized blazers for a more sophisticated take on athleisure.
Pinstripe pants
Stella McCartney's Spring 2026 collection brings classic pinstripe pants back into fashion, pairing them with matching short jackets in feminine suits that are anything but austere.
Leather pants
Leather pants from Maison Margiela invite us on a dramatic and glamorous journey, giving our style a fresh start.
Low-rise pants
Last but not least, low-rise pants are Chanel approved and find their perfect match in cropped jackets for fresh combinations through the lens of Matthieu Blazy.
