What are the Fall 2026 print and pattern trends at the menswear shows?

By share of looks: striped (14.6%), abstract (6.8%), graphic (4.5%).

Which patterns are rising for fall 2026?

striped (13.7% → 14.6%), polka dot (0.5% → 0.7%), ombre (0.5% → 0.7%).

Which patterns are fading?

abstract (7.8% → 6.8%), geometric (4.5% → 3.7%), graphic (4.9% → 4.5%).

Fall 2026 Menswear Print Trends from the Menswear Runways

Most common patterns at FW26 menswear: striped (14.6%), abstract (6.8%) and graphic (4.5%). Biggest risers: polka dot (0.5% → 0.7%) and ombre (0.5% → 0.7%).

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Updated October 2, 2026

Top 3 of 10 patterns

Ranked by share of looks.

Striped

14.6% of looks · +0.9 pts

Abstract

6.8% of looks · −1.0 pts

Graphic

4.5% of looks · −0.4 pts

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Rank, share of looks and change for the other 7 patterns

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The other patterns, A to Z 7

Patterns in the press

81 of the articles we read on FW26 menswear discuss its patterns. Named most: striped (38 articles), graphic (34 articles) and floral (16 articles). Each trend page sets the reports next to its numbers.

Summaries are written by T-Fashion. Read each article at the source.

Wanted · Jun 17, 2026 · Trend report
Dressing with intent: The Fall 2026 Menswear trends
- Herringbone: Louis Vuitton updated herringbone tailoring through cropped leather outerwear and cardigans.
- Polka Dot: Dolce & Gabbana placed polka dots on a burgundy background within its retro collection.
- Fair Isle: Paul Smith reworked archived Fair Isle patterns in alpaca, including versions worn as large scarves.
Vogue · Jan 25, 2026 · Show review
Sacai Fall 2026 Menswear Collection
- Floral: Ditsy thistle prints in floral form appeared on fabric and knit.
- Graphic: Sacai printed a Muhammad Ali boxing portrait on a T-shirt.
- Geometric: Sacai used triangular quilting in workwear developed with A.P.C.
WWD · Jan 25, 2026 · Show review
Sacai Men’s Fall 2026: I Want to Break Free
- Striped: A gray wool three-piece suit with pinstripes was introduced.
- Geometric: Quilt-inspired fabric was printed with geometric designs that looked like stained glass.
- Graphic: Sacai placed a Muhammad Ali punching photograph on a black top.
Vogue · Jan 22, 2026 · Show review
Dries Van Noten Fall 2026 Menswear Collection
- Striped: The rib-knit cardigans were striped and had gently structured shoulders.
- Floral: Hooded overcoats carried prints of Polaroid-style flowers.
- Geometric: Dries Van Noten added patterned knitted panels to cardigans and repeated a geometric motif on corduroy outerwear.
WWD · Jan 22, 2026 · Show review
Dries Van Noten Men’s Fall 2026: Printed Matters
- Floral: Florals were among the motifs, some created from Polaroids like the invitations.
- Striped: Stripes featured among the many patterns.
- Geometric: Geometric prints were part of the crowded mix of motifs.
FashionNetwork · Feb 3, 2026 · Season review
Deeny's Dozen: the 12 best menswear collections of 2026
- Graphic: FashionNetwork highlights turkey prints on Ralph Lauren shirts and graphic wool sweaters.
- Herringbone: FashionNetwork includes micro herringbone among Prada's close-fitting coat fabrics.
- Striped: FashionNetwork describes Giorgio Armani's pinstriped jackets and coats.

Rising and fading

Change in share of looks against FW25.

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FW26 menswear patterns in full

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Rising and fading, top 3	All 10 patterns, with every sort
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What are the Fall 2026 print and pattern trends at the menswear shows?: By share of looks: striped (14.6%), abstract (6.8%), graphic (4.5%).
Which patterns are rising for fall 2026?: striped (13.7% → 14.6%), polka dot (0.5% → 0.7%), ombre (0.5% → 0.7%).
Which patterns are fading?: abstract (7.8% → 6.8%), geometric (4.5% → 3.7%), graphic (4.9% → 4.5%).