19/03/2026 FASHION

Fashion month officially wrapped up last week, and in the heat of the glitz and glam of the freshly walked runways, I'm left feeling inspired, ready to raid my closet and the nearest thrift stores with fresh styling ideas in mind and new pieces on my radar. Even though it can feel worlds apart from your computer live-streaming the Dior Autumn/Winter ‘26 show to the catwalks of the fashion capitals, it doesn’t mean it can’t influence our little bubbles in some ways.

I mean, for us mere mortals, it’s not like we’re looking at which pieces to add to our fall wishlists, but we're getting a peek into a universe filled with visions of reimagined versions of ourselves. What can help minimize the distance just a bit is seeing a piece of clothing or an accessory from the runway that looks like something you already have in your wardrobe. It’s like getting a big fat stamp of approval and you’re left with that feeling of “ohh, am I actually on to something here”.

Of course, it’s not like we’re going to absolutely drop dead over everything, but before we start pulling out our 1-to-10 score sheets like we’re expert judges on Dancing with the Stars, it’s good to be reminded that what we’re seeing is the result of someone’s blood, sweat, and tears. That really adds an extra layer of appreciation to an industry that seems somewhat superficial and flashy at first glance. We're maybe not buying into the new collections that will hit the racks in a few months, but we're buying into the dream it's selling. Speaking of buying, here are some pieces and details I found cool from this season that I’ll look into purchasing somewhere a bit cheaper, to spare myself from going bankrupt!