Bright colours are trending for SS26—here are some of the best ways to wear them

This season, we’re surrendering to saturation as vibrant colour coaxes us out of a subdued, neutral hibernation—a revival championed by the boldest voices of fashion month. Labels like Alaïa, Versace, and Fendi took a ‘more-is-more’ approach, presenting runways drenched in brilliant, high-impact hues reminiscent of paint swatches at your local hardware store.

From left to right: Alaïa, Versace, Fendi 
Meanwhile, Prada and Miu Miu disrupted the spectrum entirely, purposefully clashing neighbouring shades to unexpected effect. At Prada, ruby-red micro shorts met violet chiffon pinafores; at Miu Miu, orange met burgundy, red met blue, and the humble apron found new life in everyday wear. The result? A brilliant spectacle of colour and contradiction.

From left to right: Prada, Miu Miu
For those who prefer to ease into colour, start with tones that border the neutral family—think green. But skip the safe forest hues and lean into acid-tinged limes or pistachios; they pair beautifully with chocolate brown and warm cream for a palette that feels exciting yet wearable.

Shop the trend:

GUCCI Printed Silk Chiffon Long Skirt

MULBERRY Mini Roxanne Pigment Blue Hair Calf

WYNN HAMLYN Rue Mini Dress - Green

ADIDAS Handball Spezial Lo Pro Shoes

MIU MIU Poplin Shirt 

DOMINIQUE HEALY Niveah Mini Dress | Iris

PRADA Galleria Patent Saffiano Leather Mini-Bag

FRANCIE Doll's Reversible Cardigan - Rose Pink

MONPHELL "Paris" 3/4 Basketball Mesh Short Sky Blue

DEADLY PONIES Mr Cinch Mini - Marmalade Suede

BARED FOOTWEAR Surfbird Powder Pink Leather

MAX MARA Wool, Cashmere and Silk Boxy Jacket - Red

LII One-Sleeve Dress | Mint