16 SSENSE Arrivals Making Up the Majority of My 2026 Designer Wish List
The start of a new year is the perfect time to do a bit of trend-predicting to figure out the best clothing items and accessories to invest in. In the past, I've taken this as an opportunity to build a capsule wardrobe, but I usually just focus on the basics—a great set of T-shirts, staple jeans, and practical footwear. But this year, I want to have more fun, and these designer pieces from SSENSE are exactly what I'm envisioning. The retailer's new arrivals include coats with ornate button details, sheer lacy dresses, textured animal print, flats in fun colorways, and more. To discover the hot new pieces we'll both want to wear all year long, keep scrolling.
On-Trend Apparel
My designer wish list includes some items that are already trending, and a few I predict will gain momentum come spring (like this sheer lacy dress from Collina Strada).
TOTEME
Silky Shearling Jacket
Róhe
Double-Faced Wool Jacket
TOTEME
Twisted Seam Full Length Jeans
Loulou de Saison
Alera LDS Silk Twill Trousers
Collina Strada
Waterlily Minidress
Stella McCartney
Sleeveless Lace Satin Midi Dress
Designer Handbags
In terms of designer handbags, the fashion set is full steam ahead on pony-hair fabric and animal prints. I'm also loving the east-west shoulder bag shape—it's perfect for a night out.
Chloé
Small 'Chloé' Balloon Tote
Marc Jacobs
'The Glam Mirror Satchel' Bag
TOTEME
Mini T-Lock Pony Hair Clutch
2026 is the year of flat footwear, and if you don't believe me, just take a look through the social media pages of your favorite fashion influencers. It's nothing but ballet slippers, suede sneakers, and tassel loafers.
BY FAR
Prudence Ballerina Flats
Dries Van Noten
Suede Sneakers
Jil Sander
Cage Flat Sandals
