6 Colours That Feel “Dated” for Winter 2026 (and 6 That Don’t)

After a summer season (and unusually heat autumn) spent in white tank tops and black linen trousers, I’m decided to inject some colour into my outfits this winter. I’d actuallty argue that this season is the best time to take action, too—a knit right here, a shawl there, a sock right here. So, to realize some inspiration, I turned to the chicest girls I do know, my colleagues. And after a lot debate within the workplace, one factor grew to become clear: we now have very completely different opinions on the topic.

Of course, no color is ever actually “dated”—all of us have our favourites and I might at all times encourage you to put on one thing as long as you prefer it, not whether or not it is on pattern or now. However, it was clear from the autumn/winter 2026 runways that color is basically doing the heavy lifting in terms of cold-weather dressing this yr. So, what higher method to discuss the primary color developments by means of than to have an enormous outdated dialogue concerning the ones we’ll be personally including to our wardrobes and carrying now.

As at all times, it has been confirmed as soon as once more that trend is wholly subjective. One of our editors has sworn off a color one other has proclaimed their “must-wear” of the yr. As such, please do take these strategies with a pinch of salt, understanding that they’re born out of private style, not prescription.

So, whether or not you’re a daring dresser or extra of a minimalist like me, I actually imagine that investing in sure shades will make getting dressed within the mornings undeniably simpler this season. What are these hues, you might ask? Well, fortunately, we’ve rounded them up under, in order that you can also decide on which color developments you are into this winter and, simply perhaps, those you are not so into.

From basic slate gray that can pair nicely with neutrals and daring colors alike to standout royal purple that can take your outfit from easy to very trendy immediately, preserve scrolling to find the six shades our editors will not be prioritising for winter 2026 and those they’re excited about as a substitute.

“I’ve liked the teals and turquoises that dominated this summer season, however as winter comes round, I’m on the hunt for a shade that’s just a bit extra grown-up. Slate gray feels polished and but very cool (no pun supposed) for the colder months and in addition stays simply as versatile as another impartial hue. Not to say that this shade comes runway-approved, championed by the likes of Bottega Veneta, Issey Miyake and Lanvin. Bring on the “groutfit”, I say!” Brittany Davy, junior trend & magnificence author