Fashion Trends & Forecasting for Apparel & Accessories

COLOUR Forecast SS 2026

Published 2 July 2024 - 36 pages 27097-27132
COLOUR Forecast SS 2026

The COLOUR issue launches the major colour trends for spring summer 2026.
A revolution is coming that reflects our changing relationship to colour. The impact of our choices will mean taking a carefully considered approach to colour selection, and making more meaningful decisions. As we recognise this responsibility there will be more emphasis on shades within the CORE palette to push the sustainable agenda forward. We will look towards colours that provide not only substance, but beautiful ones that fill us with joy. KEY6 colours are pivotal to the season and provide a burst of energy that injects freshness and newness into the colour agenda.

STREET Trends London Fashion Week SS 2025 Women Men Youth Apparel Accessories

Published 24 June 2024 - 593 images
STREET Trends London Fashion Week SS 2025 Women Men Youth Apparel Accessories

The vibrant street scene at London’s June Fashion Week brought out the industry insiders and fashion creatives. It’s within this diverse and inclusive community that we find some of the most directional and inspiring styles that push the fashion agenda forward. These new looks add excitement, but equally as important are the classic lines that confirm ongoing trends and speak to the power of longevity and durability in fashion.

CONCEPT Forecast SS 2026

Published 17 June 2024 - 25 pages 27072-27096
CONCEPT Forecast SS 2026

Within the turbulence of the present we find the space to adapt, we look for things we have control over and ways to make a difference. Through small, positive actions and incremental changes we find the space to grow and flourish.
This concept report offers a unique perspective on the cultural landscape of the future. Research uncovers some of the brightest new ideas and most inspiring expressions of creativity.

FOCUS Graphics 2025-26 Women Men Youth Apparel Accessories

Published 28 May 2024 - 27 pages 27045-27071
FOCUS Graphics 2025-26 Women Men Youth Apparel Accessories

This graphics report takes its inspiration from animals, both real and imagined. It captures the essence of manga art and mischievous creatures in cute and kitschy motifs, while exploring a passion for wildlife and nature. Graphics are brimming with personality from the captivating nature of cats to the comforting security of teddy bears. This deep dive into creatures, and their many forms looks at ways to translate the fascinating coils of snakes into twisted jewellery, or the movement of fish into articulated metal shapes. From the wildest whimsical and mystical patterns to studies of molluscs and shells. Don’t miss this special graphics issue of creatures in FOCUS.

RETAIL Trends London Summer 2024 Women Youth Apparel

Published 20 May 2024 - 213 images

The latest summer drops have landed in major London department stores and feature the best and most exciting looks across premium high-street and luxury brands. These elevated womenswear looks are beautifully crafted and expertly styled to grab the attention. In this exclusive gallery of images we offer a unique overview of the current scene to give a valuable and exclusive insight into the direction of forward-moving fashion trends.

DESIGN Forecast AW 2025-26 Women Youth Apparel

Published 12 May 2024 - 58 pages 26987-27044
DESIGN Forecast AW 2025-26 Women Youth Apparel

The new season centres around intelligent and considered design. Womenswear offers more in terms of flexibility and versatility – styles have an easy or adjustable fit and a softness that comes through in ‘touch-me’ fabrics and the gentle wave of construction lines or curved finishing. Designs are elevated with precious and innovative details in clothing that is practical – but also desirable. This apparel report cuts through the information overload to bring you the key changes about to happen in womenswear before trends hit the mainstream. Get ahead with a focused look at the styles which will make waves in Autumn/Winter 2025-26

DESIGN Forecast AW 2025-26 Women Men Youth Accessories

Published 19 April 2024 - 66 pages 26921-26986
DESIGN Forecast AW 2025-26 Women Men Youth Accessories

Consumers are leaning into the safety of familiar styles with links to nostalgia and heritage, while craving the excitement of the new. For Autumn/Winter 2025-26 new accessory designs emerge that bridge the gap between iconic pieces and fresh innovation. This Accessories issue is packed with original designs offering a detailed insight into the direction of trends, from key shapes and proportions down to the smallest design detail. The report is organised by category and features ready-to-download CAD sketches and an expertly curated selection of the most directional styles emerging from the latest catwalk collections. Main areas covered include Bags, Jewellery, Footwear, Headwear, Eyewear with inspiration for belts, gloves, hosiery and neckwear.

FASHION Forecast AW 2025-26 Women Men Youth Apparel Accessories

Published 27 March 2024 - 47 pages 26874-26920
FASHION Forecast AW 2025-26 Women Men Youth Apparel Accessories

The FASHION issue turns concepts into actionable design direction. With analysis of over 500 catwalk shows it focuses on the latest emerging trends in apparel and accessories for Women, Men and Youth sectors.
The report defines the AW 2025-26 season and offers a clear overview of macro trends with special insights into important micro design decisions. It reveals new directions for proportions and shapes, the latest style lines and construction as well as what’s happening in surface pattern and fabric design. UNFAKE leans into familiar designs laced with nostalgia, REGROUP connects to nature and amplifies the importance of social and group activities, while FLIP SIDE approaches design in experimental ways using unconventional methods and novel materials.

STREET Trends London Fashion Week AW 2024 Men Youth Apparel

Published 14 March 2024 - 232 images
STREET Trends London Fashion Week AW 2024 Men Youth Apparel

This curated selection of menswear from the London streetstyle scene offers a valuable insight into current and directional fashion trends. Our original images provide a unique and concise overview of important and emerging styles, and reveal how these are being worn by fashion industry insiders. Categories are arranged to flow through similar styles, grouping together images that relate and react to each other – allowing the viewer to form an accurate picture of the menswear scene.

STREET Trends London Fashion Week AW 2024 Women Men Youth Accessories

Published 12 March 2024 - 371 images
STREET Trends London Fashion Week AW 2024 Women Men Youth Accessories

This valuable resource uncovers the latest in bag, jewellery, footwear, headwear and eyewear trends from the streetstyle scene at London Fashion Week. These exclusive images offer a unique perspective for the accessories sector, showing the most popular designs favoured by fashion insiders and reveals how these products are being styled. Each category is expertly curated to flow through similar styles for a comparative overview of shapes and design elements.