This past fashion month, the SS26 collections radiated an overwhelming sense of emotion and community through movement, texture, and craftsmanship. Handcrafted details took center stage, imbuing each ensemble with a sense of lived-in, collected, and cherished opulence. Accessories materialized as the heroes of the moment, adding rich, touchable depth to the collections. For those keen to find pieces that possess similar attitude and individuality, the fall collections have plenty of to offer.
Vogue’s Favorite Textured Treasures
Loafers, gloves, brooches, and hats are all ways to showcase personal style. Beading, feathers, and pony-hair textures bring sumptuousness to ballet flats, clutches, and ladylike handbags, while plush textures give cloud-like softness to pumps and and tote bags. Cold weather-appropriate picks in shearling and suede remain relevant no matter the season.
With all of these adornments and trimmings, the message is clear: Dressing can be a full sensory experience—where texture and craft merge to create outfits that move, shine, inspire, and converse. From shearling and calf hair to beading and fuzzy fringe, discover the elements that transform everyday dressing into an immersive celebration of imagination and personal style, ahead.
Shearling
During the winter months, a shearling coat becomes essential, especially if you reside in the Northeast. Looking past the realm of outerwear to find accessories that are the ultimate fall and winter indulgence, from Gucci’s Horsebit ballet flats, to Saint Laurent’s Jamie bag.
Calf & Pony Hair
The sleek, tactile surface of pony hair adds a bold edge to any accessory, creating a striking contrast in bags, hats, and footwear. Mix it in your everyday ensembles with Loro Piana’s leopard-print hat, Khaite’s Cate bag, or Aeyde’s Uma ballet flats.
Fuzzy Fringe & Fur
Fashion finds feeling! And the feeling is soft. Fuzz, fringe, and furry accessories bring playful texture and cozy charm into the picture. From swaying trims to plush bags and scarves, warmth and whimsy can be found with Dries Van Noten’s pumps, Gucci’s tote bag, and Cos’s woolly hat.
Velvet
You don’t have to wait until the holiday season kicks off to enjoy velvet. Bring the preciousness of the season into the everyday with rich texture and subtle drama. Jimmy Choo’s slip-on shoes add soft focus, while Alaïa’s wedges and Gigi Burris’s pillbox hat add a plush opulence to evening wear.
Suede
Suede is a soft, velvety-feeling type of leather with a matte finish, created by buffing the inner surface of animal hide. Its delicate yet rugged texture consistently resurfaces in the fall. Add to your rotation this season—because you can never have enough suede bags or shoes.
Embellished
Beads, sequins, and tinsel, oh my! Last season’s everyday preciousness trend carries over into now and later, encouraging a mix of simple, everyday staples with high-impact items accents. Wear Dries Van Noten’s embellished clutch with minimalist suiting, Ralph Lauren’s sequin cap with a sweater dress, or Khaite’s hammered ballet flats with an all-black look, for starters.
Ostrich Leather
Recognizable by its distinctive quill pattern and supple texture, ostrich leather combines durability with an unusual kind of beauty. Find your next favorite accessory in Khaite’s Jane flats, Bottega’s Andiamo bag, or Acne Studios’s thigh-high boots.
