# Leather Trend, Spring 2026 Runways Source: https://tfashion.ai/runway/ss26/leather Data refreshed: October 2, 2026 Leather appeared in 7.0% of looks at the SS26 womenswear shows, up from 6.2% in SS25. 155 designers showed the trend across 728 looks. ## Numbers - Share of looks: 7.0% - Share in SS25: 6.2% - Change: +0.8 pts (rising) - Looks: 728 - Designers: 155 - Rank: #6 of 27 key fabrics by share of looks ## In the press Leather came up in 163 articles from Vogue, WWD, Marie Claire and 55 more. In the data it was in 7.0% of looks, up from 6.2% in SS25. - Vogue, 2025-10-06: [Miu Miu Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/miu-miu). Protective leather aprons, woven belts and tool-like details came from factory work wear, and leather appeared again in dressier pieces. - Vogue, 2025-10-06: [Sacai Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/sacai). Sturdy black leather kept historical shapes such as peplums and bustles from feeling backward-looking. - WWD, 2025-09-29: [Giorgio Armani Spring 2026: Timeless Elegance](https://wwd.com/runway/spring-2026/milan/giorgio-armani/review/). Beautiful leather jackets appear alongside finely pleated dresses, loose trenches and intricately woven knits. - WWD, 2025-09-27: [Bottega Veneta Spring 2026: Weaving a Spell](https://wwd.com/runway/spring-2026/milan/bottega-veneta/review/). A regal brown cape is hand-woven from narrow leather strips with the Intrecciato technique, taking thousands of hours. - Marie Claire, 2026-01-27: [I Love a Statement Trend—I'm Stealing These 6 From the Spring 2026 Runways](https://www.marieclaire.com/fashion/spring-2026-statement-trends-sarah-chiwaya/). Khaite showed a soft leather coat, and McQueen made a fringed dress from what looks like shredded printed leather. - Who What Wear, 2025-12-13: [16 Spring/Summer 2026 Trends Everyone's Talking About](https://www.whowhatwear.com/fashion/trends/spring-summer-2026-fashion-trends). Skin-hugging leather at Ferragamo and Hermès, plus leather and satin in chartreuse at Erdem, Simone Rocha and Mugler. - W Magazine, 2025-11-07: [The Top 10 Spring 2026 Fashion Trends Straight From the Runways](https://www.wmagazine.com/fashion/spring-2026-runway-style-trends-photos). Bottega Veneta brought its woven Intrecciato leather into the debut, and Hermès surprised with a leather bustier. - Who What Wear, 2025-10-18: [10 Trends Set to Define Spring 2026 Fashion](https://www.whowhatwear.com/fashion/spring/fashion-week-trends-spring-summer-2026). Hermès built its revealing, body-skimming looks almost fully from soft leather, the clearest sign of the season's sexier mood. - PAPER, 2025-10-15: [Some Great Moments At Milan Fashion Week](https://www.papermag.com/milan-fashion-week-spring-2026). Bottega Veneta offered supple nappa leather trench coats; Versace jackets in leather looked patched and worn. - Coveteur, 2025-10-08: [The Spring/Summer 2026 Runway Trend Report](https://coveteur.com/spring-summer-2026-runway-trends). Balenciaga showed a red leather cape coat and a black leather cape top; Hermès used leather harnesses. - FashionNetwork, 2025-10-08: [Womenswear catwalks: The ten trends for spring/summer 2026](https://us.fashionnetwork.com/news/Womenswear-catwalks-the-ten-trends-for-spring-summer-2026,1771926.html). Loewe applied the hourglass cut to leather jackets, and bras came in leather. - The Zoe Report, 2025-10-08: [Paris Fashion Week’s Spring/Summer 2026 Trends Are Centered In New Beginnings](https://www.thezoereport.com/fashion/paris-fashion-week-spring-summer-2026-trends). Balenciaga showed a red leather anorak, and Saint Laurent paired leather jackets with double belts. - CNN Style, 2025-10-08: [Paris Fashion Week: How to find meaning in clothes](https://www.cnn.com/2025/10/08/style/paris-fashion-week-spring-summer-2026-highlights). Tom Ford paired lace with leather, and Hermès used leather in olive and caramel shades. - Wallpaper*, 2025-10-01: [The standout shows of Paris Fashion Week S/S 2026 – as they happened](https://www.wallpaper.com/fashion-beauty/standout-shows-paris-fashion-week-ss-26-best-of). Loewe molded leather into hourglass minidresses, and Westwood used punched leather that looked lived in. - PAPER, 2025-09-26: [Some Great Moments At London Fashion Week Spring 2026](https://www.papermag.com/london-fashion-week-spring-2026). Leo Prothmann made leather the main material for gowns, veils, sculptures and bags. - Marie Claire UK, 2025-09-25: [Milan Fashion Week SS26 Highlights: Shows, Celebs & Events](https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/fashion/milan-fashion-week-highlights-ss26). Tod's put leather at the center, in soft statement coats; Versace also used plenty of it. - Wallpaper*, 2025-09-25: [The standout shows of Milan Fashion Week S/S 2026](https://www.wallpaper.com/fashion-beauty/standout-shows-of-milan-fashion-week-s-s-2026). Tod's also made leather jackets with a boxy cut and loose hobo bags. - Dazed, 2025-09-24: [Here’s everything you missed at London Fashion Week SS26](https://www.dazeddigital.com/fashion/article/68729/1/london-fashion-week-ss26-best-bits-lfw-tolu-coker-ahluwalia-stefan-cooke). Tolu Coker included leather suits in brown. - Grazia, 2025-09-24: [Milano Fashion Week, il meglio del secondo giorno di sfilate Primavera-Estate 2026](https://www.grazia.it/moda/tendenze-moda/milano-fashion-week-primavera-estate-2026-jil-sander-fendi-etro-925345). N°21 interrupted delicate styling with enlarged leather jackets. - Hypebae, 2025-09-23: [The Biggest Shows of London Fashion Week SS26](https://hypebae.com/2025/9/london-fashion-week-ss26-recap-chopova-lowena-harris-reed-ebay). Leo Prothmann built a Gaia-themed show on leather-heavy shapes, sculpted bombers and draped gowns. - CNN, 2025-09-23: [Reinvention and renewed energy: London Fashion Week enters a new era](https://www.cnn.com/2025/09/23/style/london-fashion-week-2025). Dilara Findikoglu showed low-slung lace-up leather trousers with draped body chains. - Marie Claire UK, 2025-09-20: [It's A Wrap! These are All the Highlights You Need to Know from London Fashion Week](https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/fashion/london-fashion-week-highlights-ss26). Tove offered desaturated suede jackets, while Burberry used abundant suede. - Marie Claire, 2025-09-17: [Best Spring 2026 New York Fashion Week Looks, From Tibi to Kallmeyer](https://www.marieclaire.com/fashion/spring-fashion/best-new-york-fashion-week-spring-2026-looks/). Fforme developed leather tops inspired by wetsuits. - CNN, 2025-09-17: [Shadow selves and tinsel gowns: What we saw at New York Fashion Week spring-summer 2026](https://www.cnn.com/2025/09/17/style/new-york-fashion-week-ss2026-highlights). Khaite's wide-shouldered leather outerwear stayed a hallmark; Alexander Wang showed slitted leather and Coach leather staples. - Coveteur, 2025-09-15: [The biggest trends on the Spring/Summer 2026 runways at NYFW](https://coveteur.com/nyfw-trends-spring-summer-2026). Altuzarra and Khaite both developed leather jackets with strongly raised collars. - InStyle, 2025-09-12: [The Best Designer Looks From New York Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2026](https://www.aol.com/best-designer-looks-york-fashion-201535357.html). Leather appeared as distressed pieces at Simkhai, sumptuous styles at Michael Kors and rustic, lived-in leathers at Coach. - Grazia, 2025-09-08: [Here Are All The Highlights From London Fashion Week S/S ’26](https://graziadaily.co.uk/fashion/news/london-fashion-week-spring-summer-2026-highlights/). Aaron Esh paired double-breasted suits with skinny leather trousers; Roksanda made bags from slashed leather. - Numéro, 2025-10-09: [Our favorite looks from the Christopher Esber show](https://numero.com/en/fashion/fashion-week-en/our-favorite-looks-from-the-christopher-esber-show/). A mustard and light brown all-leather ensemble was a highlight. - Numéro, 2025-10-09: [Hermès unveils the must-have accessory of Spring/Summer 2026](https://numero.com/en/fashion/fashion-week-en/hermes-unveils-the-must-have-accessory-of-the-spring-summer-2026-season/). The standout piece was a harness-like leather bralette. - FashionNetwork, 2025-10-07: [Summer 2026 looks set to be romantic with Sacai, Zimmermann, Ungaro and Agnès b](https://ww.fashionnetwork.com/news/Summer-2026-looks-set-to-be-romantic-with-sacai-zimmermann-ungaro-and-agnes-b,1771077.html). Sacai recomposed leather blousons, and Agnès b showed unisex leather jackets. - W Magazine, 2025-10-05: [Lacoste Heads to the Locker Room for Spring 2026](https://www.wmagazine.com/fashion/lacoste-spring-2026-runway-photos). Reflective leather coats played with proportion. - 10 Magazine, 2025-10-05: [Andreas Kronthaler For Vivienne Westwood: Ready-To-Wear SS26](https://10magazine.com/andreas-kronthaler-for-vivienne-westwood-ready-to-wear-ss26/). Leather was among the materials used for the dresses. - AnOther, 2025-10-05: [Pierpaolo Piccioli on His Balenciaga Debut: “I Didn’t Want to Imitate”](https://www.anothermag.com/fashion-beauty/16680/balenciaga-pierpaolo-piccioli-summer-2026-debut-review-interview). A leather jacket was worn with chinos and a reissued City bag. - Dazed, 2025-10-03: [Loewe SS26: What went down at Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez’s debut](https://www.dazeddigital.com/fashion/article/68827/1/loewe-ss26-paris-fashion-week-pfw-jack-mccollough-lazaro-hernandez-debut). Bold leather jackets and minidresses upheld the label reputation for leather. - The Zoe Report, 2025-10-03: [Loewe's Spring/Summer 2026 Show Welcomed A Colorful New Chapter](https://www.thezoereport.com/fashion/loewe-spring-summer-2026-show-review). Bell-shaped leather minidresses were part of the debut. - 10 Magazine, 2025-09-29: [Durazzi Milano: Ready-To-Wear SS26](https://10magazine.com/durazzi-milano-ready-to-wear-ss26/). Durazzi Milano worked leather through creasing, studs and animal patterns. - ELLE, 2025-09-27: [Dario Vitale Goes Full Throttle for His Versace Debut](https://www.elle.com/runway/a68082215/versace-spring-2026-review/). Versace decorated leather vests with gold. - Hypebeast, 2025-09-24: [Diesel Spring/Summer 2026 Milan Fashion Week](https://hypebeast.com/2025/9/glenn-martens-diesel-ss26-milan-fashion-week-collection). Leather skirts were cut with rough edges like animal hide. - AnOther, 2025-09-23: [At Burberry, a Melding of Fashion and Music](https://www.anothermag.com/fashion-beauty/16630/burberry-spring-summer-2026-ss26-show-review-daniel-lee). Leather blousons and fringed pieces sat among the mod and rocker references. - Hypebeast, 2025-09-22: [Burberry Moves to a Steady Beat for SS26](https://hypebeast.com/2025/9/burberry-spring-summer-2025-london-fashion-week-daniel-lee-menswear-womenswear-runway). Leather outerwear sat next to fringed coats and metallic tops. - V Magazine, 2025-09-17: [Altuzarra Spring/Summer 2026 Leans Into Distortion](https://vmagazine.com/article/altuzarra-spring-summer-2026-leans-into-distortion/). Altuzarra developed deep funnel-neck jackets in leather and suede. - Vogue Scandinavia: [See all the looks from Toteme's SS26 runway show at New York Fashion Week](https://www.voguescandinavia.com/articles/toteme-ss26). Washed leathers and boxy leather bags gave a lived-in feel. - Grazia Singapore, 2026-03-23: [The New Order: The SS26 Trends Emerging From Fashion's Great Reset](https://grazia.sg/fashion/spring-summer-2026-fashion-trend-report/). Hermès and Acne Studios mixed khaki with leather harnesses and jackets, and Hermès made thin leather bras. - Harper's Bazaar Singapore, 2026-02-20: [All The Biggest Spring/Summer 2026 Runway Trends To Know And Shop Now](https://www.harpersbazaar.com.sg/fashion/news-trends/spring-summer-2026-trends). Hermès paired a scarf top with tailored leather shorts. - Woman & Home, 2026-01-29: [I've gone through the catwalks, and these are the 10 spring/summer fashion trends 2026 that will slot stylishly into your wardrobe](https://www.womanandhome.com/fashion/spring-summer-fashion-trends-2026/). Balenciaga, Loewe, Saint Laurent, Acne, Tom Ford and Gucci showed lighter leather in bold colours and new treatments. - Galerie, 2025-10-09: [12 Highlights from Paris Fashion Week](https://galeriemagazine.com/highlights-from-paris-fashion-week/). Structured leather had 1980s and equestrian inflections at Saint Laurent, Hermès and Givenchy. - Marie Claire Australia, 2025-10-08: [The Paris Fashion Week SS26 Shows We Can’t Stop Thinking About](https://www.marieclaire.com.au/fashion/runway/paris-fashion-week-ss26-shows/). Loewe offered tactile leathers, and Saint Laurent offered leather corsetry. - Style Arcade, 2025-10-01: [Top trends from Milan Fashion Week Spring Summer 2026](https://www.stylearcade.com/blog/top-trends-from-milan-fashion-week-spring-summer-2026). Summer leather: black dresses at Bottega Veneta, fine double-face coats at Jil Sander, napa tops and skirts at Tod's. - Harper's Bazaar India, 2025-10-01: [Everything we loved at Paris Fashion Week SS26 (until now)](https://www.harpersbazaar.in/fashion/story/everything-we-loved-at-paris-fashion-week-ss26-1284864-2025-10-01). Leather featured at Hermès, Loewe, Saint Laurent and Schiaparelli. - Because Magazine, 2025-09-29: [Top Highlights from Milan Fashion Week SS26: Best Shows & Standout Designs – Part 1](https://www.becausemagazine.com/articles/fashion/2025-autumn/mfw-ss26-highlights-part-1/). Sportmax moulded leather into flowers for tops and bag decorations. - Gulf News (The Kurator), 2025-09-29: [The Kurator's Milan Fashion Week SS/26 round-up](https://gulfnews.com/the-kurator/style/the-kurators-milan-fashion-week-ss26-round-up-1.500287305). Woven leather was named a Milan theme; Boss closed its show with a sweeping leather coat. - SHOWstudio, 2025-09-26: [Noteworthy: Everything is Perfectly Imperfect at London Fashion Week](https://www.showstudio.com/news/noteworthy-everything-is-perfectly-imperfect-at-london-fashion-week). Tolu Coker included leather sets with cut-outs and pleated tailoring. - Whitewall, 2025-09-23: [Rituals of Reinvention at London Fashion Week: Erdem, Harris Reed, and more](https://whitewall.art/fashion/rituals-of-reinvention-at-london-fashion-week-erdem-harris-reed-and-more/). Leo Prothmann treated leather as armour, aprons and bombers, including Silverfin leather from invasive carp. - Numéro Netherlands, 2025-09-23: [LONDON FASHION WEEK SPRING/SUMMER 2026: DAY 5](https://www.numeronetherlands.com/fashion/london-fashion-week-springsummer-2026-day-5). Rory William Docherty used leather; Conner Ives cut discarded leather jackets into sequins. - TheIndustry.fashion, 2025-09-22: [LFW SS26 Highlights: AKOK, Susan Fang, Ksenia Schnaider and more...](https://www.theindustry.fashion/lfw-ss26-highlights-akok-susan-fang-ksenia-schnaider-and-more/). Burberry opened with a tartan trench, double-breasted and cut from deep mustard leather. - Numéro Netherlands, 2025-09-21: [LONDON FASHION WEEK SPRING/SUMMER 2026: DAY 3](https://www.numeronetherlands.com/fashion/london-fashion-week-springsummer-2026-day-3). Harri moved from playful looks into a darker, layered leather mood. - Cent Magazine, 2025-09-18: [London Fashion Week Spring Summer 2026, New Trends For You](https://centmagazine.co.uk/london-fashion-week-spring-summer-2026-new-trends-for-you/). Sprayground used leather alongside latex and crochet; Aaron Esh added a leather-trimmed wrap skirt. - USA TODAY, 2025-09-18: [We went to more than 50 New York Fashion Week shows and events. Recapping NYFW 2025](https://www.aol.com/articles/went-more-50-york-fashion-231935681.html). Altuzarra showed leather cropped to perfection, and Luar's textures ranged from velvet to leather. - Harper's Bazaar India, 2025-09-16: [All that was hot at New York Fashion Week Spring / Summer 2026](https://www.harpersbazaar.in/fashion/story/all-that-was-hot-at-new-york-fashion-week-springsummer-2026-1278438-2025-09-16). Ralph Lauren developed elastic leather bustiers and fine leather embroidery on linen. - Teeth Magazine, 2025-09-16: [Detail Dive: The Best of New York Fashion Week SS26](https://www.teethmag.net/best-of-new-york-fashion-week-ss26/). Fforme included compressed leather tops in its streamlined collection. - Because Magazine: [Top Highlights from London Fashion Week SS26: Best Shows & Standout Designs – Part 2](https://becauselondon.com/articles/fashion/2025-summer/lfw-ss26-highlights-part-2/). Tove used desaturated suede for sweeping trench coats. - Style Arcade: [Top trends from Paris Fashion Week Spring Summer 2026](https://www.stylearcade.com/blog/top-trends-from-paris-fashion-week-spring-summer-2026). Leather was plentiful, including an all-leather pencil skirt at Hermès. - #legend: [Paris Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2026 trends: Fringes, layering, prints, and more](https://hashtaglegend.com/post/paris-fashion-week-spring-summer-2026-trends-fringes-layering-prints-and-more). Leather appeared at Saint Laurent, Hermès and Sacai, where a leather turtleneck sat under a trench. - 3 Magazine, 2025-11-17: [Fashion Designer Phan Dang Hoang’s Threads of the Future](https://www.threemagazine.com/fashion-designer-phan-dang-hoangs-threads-of-the-future/). Phan Dang Hoang used black leather for sculptural skirts and trousers. - Schön! Magazine, 2025-10-13: [agnès b. ss26 | an evolution of timelessness](https://schonmagazine.com/agnes-b-ss26-an-evolution-of-timelessness/). The signature snap cardigan returned in sky blue leather. - Grazia Malaysia, 2025-10-09: [Head to the Locker Room With Lacoste Spring/Summer 2026](https://www.grazia.my/fashion/paris-fashion-week-lacoste-spring-summer-2026/). Lustrous reflective leather was used as a performance-style fabric. - The Edge Magazine, 2025-10-08: [Vivienne Westwood — Boudoir](https://www.the-edge-mag.com/2025/10/08/vivienne-westwood-boudoir/). Leather was perforated to look like lace. - The Impression, 2025-10-06: [Miu Miu Spring 2026 Fashion Show Review](https://theimpression.com/miu-miu-spring-2026-fashion-show-review/). Miu Miu treated the apron as a luxury garment, including leather versions. - The Impression, 2025-10-06: [Chanel Spring 2026 Fashion Show Review](https://theimpression.com/chanel-spring-2026-fashion-show-review/). Boxy leather outerwear was outlined with contrast tipping. - EE72, 2025-10-05: [Pierpaolo Piccioli’s Balenciaga Debut](https://ee72.com/balenciaga-spring-summer-2026-review/). The founder volumes became bomber jackets in leather with draping at the back. - Attitude, 2025-10-02: [Haider Ackermann harnesses after-hours glamour with his latest for Tom Ford](https://www.attitude.co.uk/style/fashion/tom-ford-spring-summer-2026-review-497753/). Sharp tailoring was cut in silk and supple leather. - Xmag, 2025-10-02: [Acne Studios unveils its Spring 2026 collection balancing intimacy and androgyny](https://en.xmag.live/acne-studios-unveils-its-spring-2026-collection-balancing-intimacy-and-androgyny/). Patinated leather jackets and biker styles gave a masculine, defiant edge. - Fashionotography, 2025-10-01: [The Giorgio Armani Spring/Summer 2026 collection was a graceful farewell](https://fashionotography.com/the-giorgio-armani-spring-summer-2026-mfw/). Supple trench coats and leather pieces carried the designer's precise tailoring without stiffness. - JTDapper Fashion Week, 2025-09-29: [Ermanno Scervino Spring/Summer 2026 / SS26 at Milan Fashion Week](https://jtdapperfashionweek.com/2025/09/30/ermanno-scervino-spring-summer-2026-at-milan-fashion-week/). Light nappa leather was pleated into irregular shapes while keeping its sheen. - Fashionotography, 2025-09-26: [The Onitsuka Tiger Spring/Summer 2026 Collection Steps Boldly Forward](https://fashionotography.com/onitsuka-tiger-spring-summer-2026-collection/). Onitsuka Tiger contrasted worn-effect leather bikers with tailored trousers and lingerie-inspired dresses. - Design Scene, 2025-09-25: [Antonio Marras Spring Summer 2026 Celebrates Sardinia](https://www.designscene.net/2025/09/antonio-marras-ss26.html). Leather was part of the fabric mix. - Rolling Stone UK, 2025-09-24: [Aaron Esh had the best soundtrack at London Fashion Week](https://www.rollingstone.co.uk/style/aaron-esh-spring-summer-2026-collection-review-54097/). Leather-trimmed wrap skirts and soft leather trousers anchored the collection. - MOD Magazine, 2025-09-20: [KEBURIA Returns to LFW with a Time-Traveling SS26 Collection](https://modmagazine.com/keburia-returns-to-lfw-with-a-time-traveling-ss26-collection/). Glossy patent leather balanced softer fabrics. - The Haute Diary, 2025-09-15: [Norma Kamali Spring 2026: A Timeless Tribute to Casual Dressing](https://www.thehautediary.com/style/norma-kamali-spring-2026-a-timeless-tribute-to-casual-dressing). Leather appeared with shirt dresses, power mesh and Kamali's draping in the dressed-up sweat pieces. - Guild Magazine, 2025-09-15: [Who Decides War - NYFW Spring/Summer 2026](https://www.guildmagazine.com/fashion/who-decides-war-nyfw-spring-summer-2026/). Tarnished, burnished leathers added sculptural weight to worn denim and suiting. - Interview Magazine, 2025-09-12: [“Glamour Keeps Me Alive!”: Dara Takes Michael Kors SS26](https://www.interviewmagazine.com/fashion/glamour-keeps-me-alive-dara-takes-michael-kors-ss26). Michael Kors included chunky leather sandals and a crumpled leather bag. - QCEG MAG: [SHIATZY CHEN SPRING/SUMMER 2026 “UNSTILL” COLLECTION](https://qcegmag.com/fashion-article-shiatzy-chen-spring-summer-2026-unstill-collection.html). Shiatzy Chen used soft leather among its breathable materials. - Vogue, 2025-10-06: [Coperni Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/coperni). Coperni used mushroom-based leather for jackets and bags. - Vogue, 2025-10-06: [Zimmermann Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/zimmermann). The leather overalls were an alternative to dresses. - Vogue, 2025-10-05: [McQueen Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/alexander-mcqueen). Cage tops and dresses were made from slashed leather. - Vogue, 2025-10-05: [Akris Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/akris). The final group included a leather minidress with the painting's curved patterns. - Vogue, 2025-10-04: [Balenciaga Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/balenciaga). A bomber jacket was remade as a leather bubble shape. - Vogue, 2025-10-04: [Maison Margiela Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/maison-martin-margiela). The austere side of the show came through in black leather dresses and coats cut long. - Vogue, 2025-10-04: [Hermès Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/hermes). Leather harnesses worn over bandeaus, shirts and riding jackets were the central idea, and quilting appeared on an exceptional leather. - Vogue, 2025-10-03: [Loewe Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/loewe). Leather was reworked throughout: heat-sealed bell-shaped jackets, shredded jeans, pleated painted shirts and wire-laced leather tanks and tees. - Vogue, 2025-10-03: [Givenchy Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/givenchy). Leather jackets were tipped forward, with hems rising at the back. - Vogue, 2025-10-02: [Mugler Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/mugler). A black leather dress used a scrolled rosette motif and an inflated off-the-shoulder neckline. - Vogue, 2025-10-01: [Balmain Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/balmain). Hyper-fitted leather blazers from the designer's debut gave way to drop-armed, strong-shouldered leather blousons in an 1980s style. - Vogue, 2025-10-01: [Acne Studios Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/acne-studios). Oversized blazers were cut from finished leather and suede, and cowboy boots were tooled. - Vogue, 2025-09-30: [Courrèges Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/courreges). Leather motorcycle jackets had sleeves that unzipped vertically to let in a breeze. - Vogue, 2025-09-29: [Saint Laurent Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/saint-laurent). Power-shouldered biker-style suits opened the show, plus one full leather look with corset, skirt, jacket and military cap. - Vogue, 2025-09-28: [Giorgio Armani Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/giorgio-armani). A blue sweater-vest and jacket hybrid in woven leather echoes his first collection. - Vogue, 2025-09-28: [Tokyo James Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/tokyo-james). Leather appears as string-woven crochet hats and bags, and as patched heavy trousers with grommet openings. - Vogue, 2025-09-27: [Bottega Veneta Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/bottega-veneta). Intrecciato leather turns up as a snake-scale tailored coat, a floor-length cape and a skirt built from tiered bands. - Vogue, 2025-09-27: [Dolce & Gabbana Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/dolce-gabbana). Dolce & Gabbana layered leather bombers over embellished cotton pajamas. - Vogue, 2025-09-27: [Ermanno Scervino Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/ermanno-scervino). Cutwork and embroidery decorate leather jackets, and napa leather meets lace. - Vogue, 2025-09-27: [Ferrari Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/ferrari). Sponge-washed leathers appear along with treated knits and acid-washed denim. - WWD, 2025-09-27: [Versace Spring 2026: A Reality Show](https://wwd.com/runway/spring-2026/milan/versace/review/). Versace gave leather vests elaborate embroidery for its disco-oriented everyday wardrobe. - WWD, 2025-09-27: [Institution by Galib Gassanof Spring 2026: Soulful Craft](https://wwd.com/runway/spring-2026/milan/institution/review/). Handkerchief tops come in supple leather, and a topcoat has grainy leather framing its lapels. - Vogue, 2025-09-26: [Sportmax Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/sportmax). Trenches in leather get chunky silver poppers and zips, giving a biker feel. - Vogue, 2025-09-26: [The Attico Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/attico). Black leather bikers loom over pencil skirts that leave the midriff bare. - Vogue, 2025-09-26: [Tod's Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/tod-s). Leather runs through the show as applied stripes, hand-stitched cabans, perforated tops threaded with linen, and napa skirts and handkerchief tops. - Vogue, 2025-09-25: [Boss Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/hugo-boss). Double-faced lamb leathers and slithery-light black eel skin garments help deliver the collection's kink. - WWD, 2025-09-25: [Prada Spring 2026: The Meaning of Clothes](https://wwd.com/runway/spring-2026/milan/prada/review/). Rugged leather coats cover relaxed cocktail dresses that have jeweled collars. - Vogue, 2025-09-24: [Jil Sander Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/jil-sander). The label's double-face coats are reworked in ultra-fine leather, a highlight of the show's craftsmanship. - Vogue, 2025-09-24: [Onitsuka Tiger Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/onitsuka-tiger). Biker jackets in used-effect leather sit against wide tailored pants and slip dresses. - WWD, 2025-09-24: [Fendi Spring 2026: Luxury Gets Trippy](https://wwd.com/runway/spring-2026/milan/fendi/review/). Anoraks and windbreakers come in perforated, laser-cut leather. - Vogue, 2025-09-22: [Burberry Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/burberry-prorsum). Burberry perforated suede trench coats with paisley motifs. - Vogue, 2025-09-22: [Conner Ives Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/conner-ives). Conner Ives cut sequins from discarded leather jackets and embroidered them onto chiffon. - Vogue, 2025-09-22: [Gucci Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/gucci). A brown leather bomber with a lizard finish and a matching skirt dress the influencer character. - Vogue, 2025-09-21: [Tove Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/tove). Tove showed four crocodile-pattern suede looks in cream and pale blue. - Vogue, 2025-09-21: [Dilara Findikoglu Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/dilara-findikoglu). The story ended with a leather corset-harness and a horsetail trailing behind. - WWD, 2025-09-21: [Aaron Esh Spring 2026: Small Circle, Tight Designs](https://wwd.com/runway/spring-2026/london/aaron-esh/review/). Leather pants appeared in large numbers, and a long overcoat had leather trim. - Vogue, 2025-09-15: [Coach Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/coach). Aged leather appeared in sleeveless long coats, vests and small-shouldered tan suede biker jackets. - Vogue, 2025-09-15: [Toteme Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/toteme). Washed leathers added to the lived-in look, alongside raw edges and crinkled fabrics. - WWD, 2025-09-15: [Coach Lightens the Mood With Upbeat Collection Filled With ‘Optimism’](https://wwd.com/runway/spring-2026/new-york/coach-3/review/). Distressed leather jackets and raw-cut unlined suede jackets balanced loose tailoring. - Vogue, 2025-09-14: [Khaite Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/khaite). The show opened with a side-spliced leather blazer, and a red leather jacket and cape hybrid appeared later. - Vogue, 2025-09-14: [Monse Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/monse). Monse expanded its leather selection with new bags and a skirt derived from their construction. - WWD, 2025-09-14: [Altuzarra Spring 2026: Take a Second Look](https://wwd.com/runway/spring-2026/new-york/altuzarra/review/). Roomy, supple leather funnel jackets counted among the classic pieces that worked at face value. - Vogue, 2025-09-13: [Altuzarra Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/altuzarra). Leather and suede jackets with funnel collars and flared backs offered a rugged counterpoint to the faux fur. - Vogue, 2025-09-13: [Alexander Wang Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/alexander-wang). Utilitarian leather pieces and a new pliable techno leather poncho featured, plus leather mules trimmed with zipper teeth. - Vogue, 2025-09-12: [Calvin Klein Collection Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/calvin-klein-collection). A laser-cut leather robe and a paper-thin leather bomber were among the standout pieces. - WWD, 2025-09-12: [Calvin Klein Spring 2026: A Cinematic Expression of Urban Reality](https://wwd.com/runway/spring-2026/new-york/calvin-klein-collection/review/). Gray leather trench coats, a butter yellow leather slip and laser-cut leather bathrobes were highlights. - WWD, 2025-09-11: [Michael Kors Spring 2026: Laid-back Elegance](https://wwd.com/runway/spring-2026/new-york/michael-kors/review/). Michael Kors made chunky jewelry from leather. - WWD, 2025-09-10: [Ralph Lauren Spring 2026: Red, White and Ralph](https://wwd.com/runway/spring-2026/new-york/ralph-lauren/review/). A ruffled bustier used stretch leather, and a skirt suit combined napa leather and linen through embroidery. - Who What Wear, 2025-10-09: [I Just Got Back From Paris Fashion Week—These Are 6 Key Trends I Know Will Matter Next Season](https://www.whowhatwear.com/fashion/runway/paris-fashion-week-spring-summer-2026-trends). Acne Studios closed with black leather, and Balenciaga showed a burgundy leather funnel-neck jacket. - Wallpaper*, 2025-09-20: [The standout shows of London Fashion Week S/S 2026](https://www.wallpaper.com/fashion-beauty/london-fashion-week-ss-26-highlights-standout-shows-lfw). Aaron Esh paired bias-cut dresses with drainpipe leather trousers; Burberry showed hot-pink leather jackets. - Wallpaper*, 2025-09-16: [The standout shows of New York Fashion Week S/S 2026 – as they happened](https://www.wallpaper.com/fashion-beauty/fashion-beauty-events/standout-shows-and-highlights-of-new-york-fashion-week-nyfw-ss-26). Khaite showed tough leather jackets, wide at the shoulder; Calvin Klein made a coat from trompe l'oeil leather and cut leather streamers. - Numéro, 2025-10-07: [Glenn Martens orchestrates a revival at Margiela](https://numero.com/en/fashion/fashion-week-en/glenn-martens-orchestrates-a-revival-at-margiela/). Leather, wool and denim formed sculptural silhouettes. - Who What Wear, 2025-10-05: [From Subdued to Overstimulated: Glenn Martens Makes His RTW Debut at Margiela](https://www.whowhatwear.com/fashion/runway/maison-margiela-paris-fashion-week-spring-2026). A lace-trimmed slip dress was paired with a motorcycle jacket in leather. - W Magazine, 2025-10-03: [At Loewe Spring 2026, Jack McCollough & Lazaro Hernandez Make a Confident, Colorful Debut](https://www.wmagazine.com/fashion/loewe-spring-2026-runway-looks-photos-jack-mccollough-lazaro-hernandez). A royal blue leather minidress opened the show. - Numéro, 2025-10-03: [Bohemian style at the Balmain show](https://numero.com/en/fashion/fashion-week-en/the-bohemian-style-of-the-balmain-show/). Braided leather appeared in the bohemian wardrobe. - Who What Wear, 2025-10-02: [Saint Laurent Went Full '80s Rive Gauche for Spring 2026](https://www.whowhatwear.com/fashion/runway/saint-laurent-paris-fashion-week-spring-summer-2026). About a third of the looks were heavy black leather: bombers, pencil skirts, trenches, vests and caps. - Numéro, 2025-10-02: [Haider Ackermann transcends Tom Ford’s porno chic](https://numero.com/en/fashion/fashion-week-en/haider-ackermann-transcends-tom-fords-porno-chic/). Pencil skirts came in glossy leather. - Coveteur, 2025-09-30: ['80s Glamour And Sexual Subversion At Saint Laurent](https://coveteur.com/saint-laurent-spring-summer-2026-review). Leather bombers sat over pencil skirts, and leather military caps appeared. - Numéro, 2025-09-30: [Saint Laurent: A powerful Spring/Summer 2026 show facing the Eiffel Tower](https://numero.com/en/fashion/saint-laurent-a-powerful-spring-summer-2026-show-facing-the-eiffel-tower/). The show opened with women in leather armor and broad 1980s-style shoulders. - Who What Wear, 2025-09-24: [The New Spring 2026 Aesthetic Is Glamorous Music Festival Dressing, According to Burberry](https://www.whowhatwear.com/fashion/runway/burberry-london-fashion-week-spring-summer-2026). Burberry used fringe on leather trench coats. - 10 Magazine, 2025-09-23: [Burberry: Ready-To-Wear SS26](https://10magazine.com/burberry-ready-to-wear-ss26/). Burberry used leather for fringed coats and hand-worked crochet. - W Magazine, 2025-09-22: [Burberry Spring 2026: I’m With the Band](https://www.wmagazine.com/fashion/burberry-spring-2026-london-fashion-week-runway-photos-daniel-lee-collection). Glossy apple-green leathers and a shrunken hot-pink leather bomber stood out. - 10 Magazine, 2025-09-21: [Aaron Esh: Ready-To-Wear SS26](https://10magazine.com/aaron-esh-ready-to-wear-ss26/). Aaron Esh included cropped leather bombers and suede military jackets. - Hypebeast, 2025-09-18: [Khaite's Spring/Summer 2026 Collection Idealizes Imperfection](https://hypebeast.com/2025/9/khaites-spring-summer-2026-collection-nyfw-runway-show). Leather jackets were cropped and playful, part of an edgy take on tailoring. - AnOther, 2025-09-16: [Veronica Leoni's Astute Vision for Calvin Klein](https://www.anothermag.com/fashion-beauty/16617/veronica-leoni-calvin-klein-spring-summer-2026-ss26-show-review). Calvin Klein cut a leather coat into narrow strips. - Who What Wear, 2025-09-15: [Khaite Shows Us How to Dress Like the Ultimate Sophisticated Cool Girl](https://www.whowhatwear.com/fashion/runway/khaite-new-york-fashion-week-spring-2026). Leather appeared as funnel-neck bombers, vests, pencil skirts, blazers and pants, treated as a spring essential. - 10 Magazine, 2025-09-13: [Calvin Klein Collection: Spring 2026 Show](https://10magazine.com/calvin-klein-collection-ready-to-wear-ss26/). Calvin Klein showed soft yellow leather slip dresses suited to day and evening. - Who What Wear, 2025-09-11: [Pendant Necklaces, Desert Hues, and Pajama Sets—Michael Kors Ushers In Earthy Elegance for Spring 2026](https://www.whowhatwear.com/fashion/runway/michael-kors-new-york-fashion-week-spring-2026). A coated leather trench coat stood out among the more flamboyant luxury pieces, beside a liquid gold draped look. - W Magazine, 2025-09-11: [Ralph Lauren Sees Black, White, and Red All Over for Spring 2026](https://www.wmagazine.com/fashion/ralph-lauren-spring-2026-show-photos). Ralph Lauren presented the Ralph bag in woven leather. - 10 Magazine, 2025-09-11: [Ralph Lauren Spring 2026: Collection Review](https://usa.10magazine.com/ralph-lauren-spring-2026/). Ralph Lauren sculpted leather into a fitted bustier. - Numéro Netherlands: [MILAN FASHION WEEK SPRING/SUMMER 2026: DAY 4](https://www.numeronetherlands.com/fashion/milan-fashion-week-springsummer-2026-day-4). Marco Rambaldi used leather on coats and relaxed trousers, sometimes adding crochet or old doilies. - Numéro Netherlands: [NEW YORK FASHION WEEK SPRING/SUMMER 2026: DAY 3](https://www.numeronetherlands.com/fashion/new-york-fashion-week-springsummer-2026-day-3). Altuzarra paired balloon trousers with leather jackets that swung away from the back. - The Impression, 2025-10-05: [McQueen Spring 2026 Fashion Show Review](https://theimpression.com/mcqueen-spring-2026-fashion-show-review/). Among the evening looks, a halter dress in fringed leather stood out. - The Impression, 2025-10-03: [Loewe Spring 2026 Fashion Show Review](https://theimpression.com/loewe-spring-2026-fashion-show-review/). Sculptural leather jackets with clean architectural edges were the clearest statement. - The Impression, 2025-10-03: [Givenchy Spring 2026 Fashion Show Review](https://theimpression.com/givenchy-spring-2026-fashion-show-review/). A draped leather dress featured among the early looks. - The Impression, 2025-10-03: [Hermès Spring 2026 Fashion Show Review](https://theimpression.com/hermes-spring-2026-fashion-show-review/). Quilted leather skirt sets and lace-up leather bralettes were shown. - The Impression, 2025-09-29: [Saint Laurent Spring 2026 Fashion Show Review](https://theimpression.com/saint-laurent-spring-2026-fashion-show-review/). Leather-clad princess looks opened the show. - The Impression, 2025-09-25: [Tod's Spring 2026 Fashion Show Review](https://theimpression.com/tod-s-spring-2026-fashion-show-review/). Leather and suede were bent into patchwork lines, twists and knots. - The Impression, 2025-09-25: [Sportmax Spring 2026 Fashion Show Review](https://theimpression.com/sportmax-spring-2026-fashion-show-review/). Leather outerwear included adjustable panels and sleeves with splits. - The Impression, 2025-09-24: [Boss Spring 2026 Fashion Show Review](https://theimpression.com/boss-spring-2026-fashion-show-review/). Leather gave structure against flowing lighter fabrics. - Fashionotography, 2025-09-15: [The Alexander Wang Spring/Summer 2026 collection celebrates women who lead with strength and style](https://fashionotography.com/alexander-wang-spring-summer-2026-collection/). Techno-leather ponchos closed the show, and the collection leaned on black leather and studs. Summaries are written by T-Fashion. Read each article at the source. ## Top designers by look count - Hermès: 29 - jitrois: 18 - Acne Studios: 15 - 152 more designers in T-Fashion ## Other seasons - [SS27](https://tfashion.ai/runway/ss27/leather) - [FW26](https://tfashion.ai/runway/fw26/leather): 10.1% of looks ## By fashion week - Paris: 8.7% of looks (380 looks) - Milan: 7.5% of looks (163 looks) - New York: 4.9% of looks (100 looks) - London: 4.7% of looks (85 looks) ## Worn with - Jacket (apparel): 36% of the trend's looks - Skirts (apparel): 18% of the trend's looks - Black (color): 32% of the trend's looks - Chocolate (color): 17% of the trend's looks - Geometric (pattern): 2% of the trend's looks - Abstract (pattern): 2% of the trend's looks ## Runway looks 11 of 728 looks. Every look is in T-Fashion. - Hermès look 19, Paris: https://assets.tfashion.ai/v3/images/fashion-weeks/shows/spring-summer-2026/paris/hermes/ready_to_wear/photos/0019-5e3b97ba.jpg?format=auto&width=640 - Elisabetta Franchi look 23, Milan: https://assets.tfashion.ai/v3/images/fashion-weeks/shows/spring-summer-2026/milan/elisabetta-franchi/ready_to_wear/photos/0023-c5084d31.jpg?format=auto&width=640 - Tod's look 26, Milan: https://assets.tfashion.ai/v3/images/fashion-weeks/shows/spring-summer-2026/milan/tod-s/ready_to_wear/photos/0026-3e485938.jpg?format=auto&width=640 - Khaite look 35, New York: https://assets.tfashion.ai/v3/images/fashion-weeks/shows/spring-summer-2026/new-york/khaite/ready_to_wear/photos/0035-f4943b41.jpg?format=auto&width=640 - Christopher Esber look 26, Paris: https://assets.tfashion.ai/v3/images/fashion-weeks/shows/spring-summer-2026/paris/christopher-esber/ready_to_wear_womenswear/photos/0026-27dbfdfe.jpg?format=auto&width=640 - Durazzi Milano look 4, Milan: https://assets.tfashion.ai/v3/images/fashion-weeks/shows/spring-summer-2026/milan/durazzi-milano/ready_to_wear/photos/0004-0d4afc56.jpg?format=auto&width=640 - Vetements look 44, Paris: https://assets.tfashion.ai/v3/images/fashion-weeks/shows/spring-summer-2026/paris/vetements/ready_to_wear/photos/0044-9aa7ac2e.jpg?format=auto&width=640 - Jil Sander look 16, Milan: https://assets.tfashion.ai/v3/images/fashion-weeks/shows/spring-summer-2026/milan/jil-sander/ready_to_wear/photos/0016-22fe546b.jpg?format=auto&width=640 - Vaquera look 18, Paris: https://assets.tfashion.ai/v3/images/fashion-weeks/shows/spring-summer-2026/paris/vaquera/ready_to_wear_womenswear/photos/0018-a5dbfeca.jpg?format=auto&width=640 - Miu Miu look 64, Paris: https://assets.tfashion.ai/v3/images/fashion-weeks/shows/spring-summer-2026/paris/miu-miu/ready_to_wear/photos/0064-b5cf6466.jpg?format=auto&width=640 - Bottega Veneta look 53, Milan: https://assets.tfashion.ai/v3/images/fashion-weeks/shows/spring-summer-2026/milan/bottega-veneta/ready_to_wear/photos/0053-95cfcc28.jpg?format=auto&width=640 ## FAQ **How popular was leather at the SS26 womenswear shows?** Leather appeared in 728 looks from 155 designers. That is 7.0% of all looks T-Fashion analyzed for the SS26 womenswear shows. **Is leather a trend for spring 2026?** Rising on the runways. Its share of looks is 7.0%, up from 6.2% in SS25. **Which designers showed the most leather for SS26?** Hermès (29 looks), jitrois (18 looks) and Acne Studios (15 looks). **Which fashion week showed the most leather?** Paris, where 8.7% of looks carried it (380 looks). **How does T-Fashion measure this?** T-Fashion tags every look of every Spring/Summer 2026 show. The share of looks is the number of looks with the fabric divided by all womenswear looks in the scope. The change compares that share with SS25. ## Related trends - [Satin](https://tfashion.ai/runway/ss26/satin): 19.0% of looks - [Muslin](https://tfashion.ai/runway/ss26/muslin): 9.8% of looks - [Lace](https://tfashion.ai/runway/ss26/lace) - [Chiffon](https://tfashion.ai/runway/ss26/chiffon) - [Velvet](https://tfashion.ai/runway/ss26/velvet) - [Brocade](https://tfashion.ai/runway/ss26/brocade) - [Sheer](https://tfashion.ai/runway/ss26/sheer) - [Fine Gauge](https://tfashion.ai/runway/ss26/fine-gauge) This page is a preview. Every look, the full ranking and the designer and city breakdowns are in T-Fashion: [get access](https://tfashion.ai/book-demo).