Second Life The Who What Wear Podcast: Spring 2026 Shopping Guide: Glamorous Dressing, Advanced Layering, and Oversized Sunglasses
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Mar 16, 2026 Brie Welch, a stylist known for practical outfit formulas, and Audry Hiaoui, an associate shopping editor with trend-savvy picks, unpack spring S/S26 runway looks. They cover glamorous maximalism and oversized sunglasses. They debate capri proportions, share advanced layering formulas, and recommend trenches, statement skirts, vintage finds, low-profile sneakers, and standout bags.
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Maximalism Returns As Runway Mood Shift
- Maximalism and glamorous dressing are returning for S/S 26 runways as a reaction against years of minimalism.
- Designers like Valentino and Caro Editions showed silk, old Hollywood silhouettes, and embellishment-driven looks signaling a flirtier, more maximal wardrobe.
Start Color With Accessories
- Inject color with accessories first to avoid overwhelm when you usually wear neutrals.
- Try a bright sneaker, beanie, or a long flowy scarf to shift your outfit energy without committing to full-color garments.
Three Easy Advanced Layering Formulas
- Use simple layering tricks to refresh spring outfits without buying new pieces.
- Examples: T‑shirt under a slip dress, longer white tee poking out under a sweater, or a fitted tank over a boxy tee for texture.