It's Only February, But Zara Has Already Dropped Every Chic Spring Trend—6 Pieces That Will Go First

Scroll down to see the six 2026 spring fashion trends Zara is backing that you need to know about for the season ahead.

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After weeks of downpours, the weather across the UK is finally starting to swing into spring (we hope!). With longer, warmer days on the horizon, figuring out the trends that will help me shape my spring capsule wardrobe is a must, so I did what every fashionable person in the know would do, and started by taking a look through theBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing UK spring/summer 2026 report. From relaxed rugby shirts to Marie Antoinette-coded rococo lace, it's a one-stop shop of enviable outfit inspiration. And seeing as I'm on a bit of a budget, I turned to one of my favourite places for expensive-looking high-street finds: Zara’s new-in section.

Who What Wear UK Shopping Editor, Florrie Alexander, wears the high neck blazer in black.

Who What Wear UK shopping editor, Florrie Alexander, Zara's High Neck Pinstripe Blazer (£90).

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I often find that Zara is one step ahead of the curve. Brimming with on-trend newness, the high-street hero's most recent drop is full of chic silhouettes and runway-approved colour combinations at purse-friendly price points. From functional funnel necks to hip-grazing denim and vibrant colour-blocking, the site’s new-in section right now feels sleek, elevated and wholly 2026-coded.

Zara’s secret weapon lies in its unfussy wearability. With a considered approach to new-season trends, the store aims to take the heavy lifting out of everyday styling, and with just one or two pieces, you can elevate your look from run-of-the-mill to compliment-inducing. Having carefully searched the site (and trust me: there's so much goodness that it was no easy feat), I’ve narrowed down the six key trends that Zara is backing this spring that are well worth investing in now. Keep scrolling to see what made the cut.

7 Expensive-Looking Spring Fashion Trends From Zara's New-In:

1. Bomber Jackets

Model wears Zara Spring Fashion Trends 2026. She wears a bomber jacket.

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Style Notes: As spring-jacket season approaches, there's only one shape at the front of my mind: the bomber jacket. Transitional, comfortable and always stylish, the bomber is one of those rare wardrobe staples well suited to both chillier and warmer weather. With options boasting suede, grained leather and on-trend check print, Zara’s bombers all have that expensive-looking edge.

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2. Dutiful Denim

Model wears Zara spring fashion trends 2026.

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Style Notes: From stovepipe to bootcut and cigarette, much like me, Zara is all about denim this spring. And let's be honest: you can never go wrong with the right pair of jeans!

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3. Funnel Necks

Model wears Zara spring fashion trends 2026. She wears a funnel neck jacket.

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Style Notes: Functional yet undeniably stylish, funnel-neck jackets have quickly become the go-to of every fashionable person on my social media feeds. Once only seen on sporty windbreakers, the autumn/winter 2025 runways gave the funnel neck a sculptural, sophisticated update. Providing all the warmth of a scarf (without the need for an additional layer), this shape is still everywhere, and having now restocked the best-selling leather jacket, Zara proves that there's a funnel neck for everyone this spring.

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4. Romantic Lace

Model wears zara spring fashion trends 2026. She wears a lace detail faux suede jacket.

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Style Notes: We saw the rise of the lace-trim skirt last summer, but this spring, Zara’s use of lace isn't confined to the mini, midi and maxi. With stylish people leaning into the romantic, “feminine” touch that lace brings, layered lace looks have been rising in popularity over the past few months. Check the new-in section for a look at the new lace hybrids; peeking out at the bottom of a soft knitted jumper, trimming dresses or finishing faux-suede jackets. This pretty addition adds softness to tried-and-tested staples.

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5. Something About Studs

Model wears Zara spring fashion trends 2026. She wears studs

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Style Notes: Whilst we tend to associate studs with grungy boots and heavy leather, there's something refreshing about this revamped microtrend, and it features heavily in Zara’s latest drop. Proof that studs can, in fact, be quite elevated, these pieces add edge to the minimalist basics and muted colourways seen in the rest of the brand's spring collection.

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6. Colour-Block Knitwear

Model wears Zara Spring fashion trends 2026. she wears colour blocked knitwear.

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Style Notes: In a nod to late-'80s and early-'90s styling, vibrant colour-block knitwear is popping up to welcome the sunshine. Inject a healthy dose of personality into your look with mismatched shades and power dressing, with Zara's zingy orange shades paired with muted lilac to create a Mondrian-esque layering effect you’ll want to wear through summer, too.

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Imani-Nia Francis-Tsolaki
Imani-Nia Francis-Tsolaki
Junior Fashion Editor

Imani-Nia Francis-Tsolaki is Junior Fashion Editor at Who What Wear UK, where she expertly navigates Gen-Z-aligned editorial content and brand try-ons to unearth the most worthwhile pieces, while valiantly resisting the urge to add every single one to her basket.

At Who What Wear, Imani is committed to uncovering cool new brands to share with the WWW UK readership, and finding gems that make shopping accessible (and fun) for everyone.