16 SSENSE Arrivals Making Up the Majority of My 2026 Designer Wish List

The start of a new year is the perfect time to do a bit of trend-predicting to figure out the best clothing items and accessories to invest in. In the past, I've taken this as an opportunity to build a capsule wardrobe, but I usually just focus on the basics—a great set of T-shirts, staple jeans, and practical footwear. But this year, I want to have more fun, and these designer pieces from SSENSE are exactly what I'm envisioning. The retailer's new arrivals include coats with ornate button details, sheer lacy dresses, textured animal print, flats in fun colorways, and more. To discover the hot new pieces we'll both want to wear all year long, keep scrolling.

On-Trend Apparel

My designer wish list includes some items that are already trending, and a few I predict will gain momentum come spring (like this sheer lacy dress from Collina Strada).

TOTEME

Silky Shearling Jacket

Róhe

Double-Faced Wool Jacket

TOTEME

Twisted Seam Full Length Jeans

Loulou de Saison

Alera LDS Silk Twill Trousers

Collina Strada

Waterlily Minidress

Stella McCartney

Sleeveless Lace Satin Midi Dress

Designer Handbags

In terms of designer handbags, the fashion set is full steam ahead on pony-hair fabric and animal prints. I'm also loving the east-west shoulder bag shape—it's perfect for a night out.

Chloé

Small 'Chloé' Balloon Tote

Marc Jacobs

'The Glam Mirror Satchel' Bag

TOTEME

Mini T-Lock Pony Hair Clutch

2026 is the year of flat footwear, and if you don't believe me, just take a look through the social media pages of your favorite fashion influencers. It's nothing but ballet slippers, suede sneakers, and tassel loafers.

BY FAR

Prudence Ballerina Flats

Dries Van Noten

Suede Sneakers

Jil Sander

Cage Flat Sandals