SS26 Menswear Street Style Report: 4 Trends That Ruled the Sidewalks

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Across the fashion capitals, the menswear street style set flexed personal style and gave us a clear look at what’s actually being worn – and how. These four trends dominated the sidewalks:

Schoolboy Meets Finance Bro – The New Prep

Street style stars reworked the uniform this season. Think boxy blazers, crisp collars, skinny ties, and pleated shorts – all worn with a loose, lived-in energy. It was a little Ivy League, a little Wall Street, and completely Gen Z. Ties weren’t shy about making statements either – stripes, playful patterns, even ironic novelty prints. Blazers came oversized, cropped, with large and sharp lapels, giving off a vibe that felt part ’70s retro, part TikTok-ready. The whole look was tailored but rebellious.

Leather, Recut and Reclaimed

This season’s leather came in fresh forms – sleeveless tops, relaxed trousers, even matching sets. It was soft, fluid, and worn in unexpected ways. Whether it was sleek black or soft pastel, leather walked the line between luxury and street, pushing the material way beyond outerwear.

Denim, But Make It Fun

Streetwear’s denim game got an upgrade this season. Raw edges, exaggerated silhouettes, layered panels, and reworked vintage dominated the sidewalks. These weren’t just jeans – they were statements. Think full denim fits, maxi-length jorts, denim cargo hybrids, and pieced-together jackets. The message was clear: ordinary denim is not this season.

The White Shirt Reset

No piece stood out more than the humble white button-up. But this wasn’t your average office shirt – we saw elongated cuffs, wide cuts, and sculptural layers. Worn open over tanks, wrapped and belted, or tucked into low-rise trousers, the white shirt became a street style essential. Clean, crisp, and endlessly remixable – it’s the new flex.

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