The Year Ahead | Lane Crawford

If your New Year’s resolution is to try out something new and break out of the box this year, then you’ve come to the right place! From Glamoratti and Poetcore to Neo Deco and Scented Sanctuary, we’re diving into the exciting trends that will inspire your style and creativity this year.

Our fashion trend report showcases a variety of themes to look out for in 2026, which we’re unpacking and decoding below! Get ready to explore bold colours, innovative textures, and unique design concepts that will refresh your wardrobe and living space.

Glamoratti

The decade of decadence is making a triumphant return—and it’s about time! Tailored suits with sculpted shoulders are set to become larger than life, while funnel necks will serve as the foundation of every chic ensemble. As for jewellery? Expect it to be chunkier, bolder, and drenched in gold. With Gen Z and Millennials leading the charge, this maximalist aesthetic is poised to take centrestage.

Poetcore

Embrace a new lifestyle mood where getting dressed feels like stepping into an exclusive reading club. Picture a modern “literary lady” vibe, featuring oversized knits, vintage blazers, and sophisticated messenger bags. This aesthetic thrives in the spaces between charming bookshops, cosy cafés, and intimate salon-style gatherings.

Neo Deco

The Art Deco trend receives a contemporary upgrade for 2026: think shiny, sleek, and effortlessly chic. After years dominated by heavy minimalism, Gen X and Millennials are rekindling this retro aesthetic with striking chevrons, elegant fan arches, and bold geometric patterns, all beautifully accented in chrome or brass. It’s bold, glamorous, and delightfully eccentric.

Scented Sanctuary

Creating an incense corner at home transforms fragrance into a daily ritual, allowing delicate wisps of scent to waft from one nook to another—dissolving stress and inviting a serene, restorative calm throughout your space.

For fragrance lovers, it’s time to refresh your fragrance game! Gen Z and Millennials are moving away from single-note scents in favour of bespoke blends, expertly mixing oils and perfumes to craft personalised fragrance formulas. Prepare for luxury to linger in layers this year.