Love chic pieces? Of course you do. And yes, obviously other cool fashion people do as well. So this story highlights the trendiest pieces of the moment that are dominating in 2026. Basically, if you incorporate one of these trends into your look, your vibe will read relevant and fashionable.
Oh, and given that we all love Nordstrom, I found all of the trends available to shop at Nordy! Keep scrolling for visual inspiration showcasing the trends on cool fashion people, including the prettiest pants and shorts to style with a white tee to the color trend that will make you stand out. Go on for more, and shop your favorites.
The 5 Trends Cool Fashion People Wear
Lace-Trim Pieces
I feel like I can’t scroll through my Instagram feed without spotting lace-trim pieces (especially shorts and pants). This pretty trend is an easy way to make a fashion-forward statement.
Open Edit
Lace Trim Satin Shorts
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Lace Trim Satin Pants
Princess Polly
Parisse Lace Trim Satin Shorts
STAUD
Renzo Embroidered Lace Detail Crop Cotton Pants
Nordstrom
Midnight Lace Trim Camisole & Shorts
Elevated Flip-Flops
Elevated flip-flops (literally heeled versions) and those flat styles with forward design details like jelly finishes and square toes are the shoe choice du jour among the fashion crowd.
Open Edit
Tori Kitten Heel Sandals
Sam Edelman
Amie Kitten Heel Flip Flops
Dolce Vita
Jozey Flip Flops
Tory Burch
Gemini Link Jelly Flip Flops
Steve Madden
Tracie Kitten Heel Flip Flops
Scarf Tops
Scarf tops are relevant now but also made in appearance on the fall 2026 runways as an alternative to a blouse to wear with everything from skirts to jeans.
H&M
Scarf-Look Lyocell Bandeau Top
WAYF
Luna Floral Scarf Camisole
Reformation
Esme Scarf Print Silk Camisole
Helmut Lang
Pinstripe Linen Blend Scarf Halter Top
Good American
The Recess Halter Neck Handkerchief Top
Purple
Purple is one of the key color trends that continues to increase in popularity. (We also spotted it across the fall collections.) It feels regal in either a pastel shade or in a rich plum.
Topshop
Deep Cuff Linen Blend Pants
COS
Oversized Short-Sleeved Cotton Shirt
ALIGNE
Solstice Sleeveless Peplum Top
Lands’ End
No Iron Supima Cotton Long Sleeve Shirt
Long-Sleeve Tees
Okay, in terms of fashionable basics, I’m just so vibing with long-sleeve white tees right now (particularly the more relaxed versions). Celebs have been embracing the look, and I am too with shorts and jeans.
LIONESS
Bloom Long Sleeve Knit Shirt
Vuori
Long Sleeve Heavyweight Cotton T-Shirt
COS
Clean Cut Long-Sleeved T-Shirt
Vuori
Long-Sleeve Feather Tee
LOULOU DE SAISON
Masal Long Sleeve Cotton T-Shirt
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