UAE Autumn style guide 2026: The colours, textures and trends to know
If you’ve ever wanted a reason to be unapologetically yourself, this is it. This is Autumn, the season of being and becoming, especially in the UAE where the leaves turn a brilliant burnt orange, there are moments of cool breeze but desert bling – aka sunshine – never takes a back seat. When it comes to arming yourself with a look for the season, says Sima Barazi, Founder of Dubai-based concept…
The UAE Autumn Style Guide for 2026 highlights a range of colours, textures and trends to help individuals express their unique style. Sima Barazi, founder of Boom & Mellow, recommends shopping your current wardrobe to find new ways of styling existing pieces. The autumn colours to focus on include deep burgundy, brown, deep olive and khaki, with earth tones continuing to dominate the palette.
Fashion influencer Katerina Safarova is excited about the trend towards an effortless, relaxed aesthetic, along with fringe details. Leather, plaid and crocodile-effect textures are also in vogue, adding a bold touch to outfits.
Luxury private shopper Danijela Vukovic emphasizes the importance of considering a client's lifestyle, sense of style, comfort zone, and geography when dressing for the season in the UAE. She suggests starting with a blazer, trousers, shirt, lightweight knit and versatile outerwear, ensuring each piece complements the others.
Animal prints, such as leopard, crocodile and tiger, are particularly popular, appearing in clothing, shoes, bags and accessories. Fashion content creator Raphaël Simacourbe advises focusing on individuality, drawing inspiration from online trends but adapting them to suit personal proportions and comfort. A beautifully tailored blazer, paired with relaxed jeans or trousers, can create a structured yet effortless look.
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