The Hot List: 25 Must-Have Luxury Items That Will Be Buzzy in 2026
Stop what you're doing. The spring/summer 2026 collections are beginning to arrive in stores, and there's so much to discuss. After an historic runway season with so many designer debuts, the first signs of spring are starting to emerge—if not outside our windows at least in our shopping carts. There's so much to unpack this season, from iconic designer debuts to the return to maximalism and craftsmanship, but as far as the items that will actually resonate in the wild, well, we're making early bets.
We may have dissected the runways months ago, but now, we're actually observing which items are becoming popular and buzzy IRL. We're pleased to say that there are a number of pieces that have managed to break through as *the* ones to know. Whether it's the two-tone Dior pumps that our editors test-drove around New York, the Saint Laurent Mombasa Bag that was just reissued, or the The Row bag that's set to usurp the Margaux this year, the most buzzed-about luxury items are set to define the upcoming season, if not 2026 as a whole.
Here, we've put together our master list of the pieces that are making their mark on style right now. Unquestionably, these are the items that have everyone talking.
The first items from Jonathan Anderson's acclaimed Dior debut are beginning to arrive, and all our editors are eyeing these elegant two-tone pumps.
Peplum tops in 2026? Well, yes, if they look this streamlined and chic.
Celine's Triomphe Frame is soft yet structured and poised to become a season-defining It item.
Pair it with a pencil skirt and sleek pumps like a true Saint Laurent girl.
They're already selling out, which only means one thing.
The lace-trim shorts are nice, but Dôen just one-upped itself with this soon-to-be-viral cardigan.
Proof that anything Daniella Kallmeyer touches turns into fashion gold.
Calling it now: The Peggy is the next The Row bag everyone will clamor over.
Every new iteration of this mandarin-closure jacket is my favorite yet.
Much like Bella Hadid, we're all about to be in our rodeo era.
We didn't think Balenciaga could follow up the success of its Rodeo Bag, but the Carrie shape is a serious rival.
Pretty!
Thanks to this Celine pair, it's only a matter of time until fashion people set their classic ballet flats aside for derby-inspired flats.
True to form, there are infinite ways to wear this Tibi trench.
Immediately yes.
There's so much to love about the new Dior, especially this soft bow-inspired bag.
The best dressed women in New York will soon be wearing these heels.
Classic staple, reimagined.
Prepare for loads of fringe in 2026.
Ballerina-sneaker hybrids will abound this year.
Tiger print could very well be 2026's animal print of choice.
We have a feeling that oversize shapes will be even more popular than slim opticals.
Toteme rarely does color, so this is one piece to pay close attention to.
They're already on the feet of several It girls.
