BAF Weekly IT List

BAF Weekly IT List from top left: black handbag / Hermes nail polish / Chanel nail polish / Dior spring nail polish / off-white sweater / wide leg jeans / neutral tote / pearl earrings / Chanel fragrance / black boots / caramel top handle bag / scarf /

Happy New Year! As we move into 2026, we are continuing to covet neutrals, classic style, and a move towards more professional attire when it comes to the office. Love that!

Raise your hand if you are excited to see professional attire making a comeback. My hand is way up! Sorry not sorry. I don’t like seeing people in sweatpants rolling into the office. Trousers, a skirt, a dress; dressed up denim; all of those styles look put together and involve a small amount of effort. It’s not too much to ask. As Silicon Valley brings people back into the corporate office, and away from their home office, expect to see a return to professional attire in the new year. I am here for it!

Wondering what will trend in the new year so you can organize and shop your closet? Here are a few incoming trends to watch for and pull from your closets.

As I mentioned, a return to professional attire is coming, if it hasn’t already hit your company. Know it’s on its way! Pearls are hot. This understated jewel plays well with professional attire and daily outfits. You can wear pearls day into evening; casual or dressy. Love pearl jewelry!

Shades of white and blue, While shades of white echo the color of 2026, Cloud Dancer, shades of blue are on the rise again. Think calming skies, water, and beach for inspiration.

Continue with your anonymous handbag. Logos are still out, and there is a continued move away from overpriced designer goods which no longer offer the quality that used to justify the price. Think quality, timeless style, and something which won’t break the bank. Oh, and there is a micro-trend to wear old IT bags from the early 2000’s. So, pull out that old Balenciaga City tote, it’s cool again.

Texture is making a comeback. Think mixed fabrics and dimension in your outfits. Also, the brooch! I’ve mentioned this over the past two years, well, in 2026 the brooch allegedly is really back. So, pull your vintage brooches to the front of your jewelry box. If you don’t already own one, stay tuned before buying one just to make sure what was on the runway hits the streets.

Watch for pops of color! Continue to wear and invest in neutrals, just stay tuned for adding small pops of color as we move into spring. I am already seeing mint, blue, and pink trending! Love!

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Thanks for stopping by, and stay tuned for everything new in 2026!

XOXO

Cathy

Goodbye 2025 Hello 2026

From left: pouch bag / pearl earrings / Hermes nail polish / classic sweater / suede pumps / top handle bucket bag / pearl bracelets / woven chain clutch /

As 2025 comes to an end, we are more cautious of what we spend our hard-earned money on, and how we plan our wardrobes. Although there has been a move towards minimalism and classic style, the new year will usher in a few changes we all need to be ready for. So, without further ado, here is what to expect to fade away, and what to expect to thrive in the new year.

Goodbye 2025

Mocha Mousse: This isn’t really goodbye. I mean, shades of brown will always be relevant, and they remain important in 2026. That being said, watch for a trend towards lighter, fresher shades.

All neutral ensembles: While neutrals remain important in 2026, there will be a move away from head-to-toe neutral looks and move towards pops of colors and texture.

IYKYK: This trend is fading away. While logos are still taboo, recognizable styles are making a comeback. So, it’s more like, everyone knows. Is there an acronym for that?

Simplicity: Minimalism is fading into the background. It’s time to add a little texture and interest to our ensembles.

Hello 2026

Cloud Dancer: Shades of white are hotter than hot. Watch for light, fresh hues in the new year.

Maximalism: Maximalism is coming back, in a new form. Instead of early 2000’s maximalism, we are seeing a quieter version this time around with texture on fabrics, prints on accessories or smaller clothing items (think scarf not dress), and layering. So, it’s not influenced by indulgence this time around, it’s just a move away from solid colors and head-to-toe neutrals.

Pops of color: Color is making a comeback. Watch for a adding a pop of color to your neutrals such as bright handbag, scarf or top.

Preppy attire: Classic and timeless style is still hot. We will see preppy looks continue, but this time, there might a little bit more color.

Return to the office: Companies are demanding workers return to the office, and with that, we are seeing a return to office attire. Look for classic high heels, blazers, and modern suiting.

Soft fabrics: This trend from 2025 continues into 2026. Look for satin, soft fabrications, and unstructured silhouettes.

Chain bags: The classic Chanel chain is hot right now and many designers are opting to make it an embellishment. Whether it’s a strap or something dangling from your bag, watch for chains on handbags.

The early 2000’s: Designers are trying to make this comeback-again. Let’s see if it sticks in 2026. Think Balenciaga City Tote, Celine Luggage tote, exterior pockets on handbags, texture on fabrics, and more denim.

Well, there you have it! A lot of trends will continue from 2025 into 2026. But, watch for these subtle changes in the new year.

Thanks for stopping by and stay tuned for everything 2026 on the blog!

XOXO
Cathy