The Spring/Summer 2026 menswear shows just wrapped, and while the headlines will talk about “fluid tailoring” and “quiet luxury,” the real takeaway is simpler: designers are finding ways to make sharp dressing feel effortless. That’s good news for us here in Singapore, where we want style that can handle heat, humidity, and the occasional dash from boardroom to bar. Here are some of the looks that spoke to us.
Zegna: The Weightless Luxury
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Alessandro Sartori took Zegna to Dubai for a sandy, cinematic show that proved you don’t need heavy fabrics to look serious. Think 300g silk suits, washable leather jackets, and linen blends that look better with a few wrinkles. Shoulders had a hint of action-sports ease, and the colour story was pure understated refinement: faded greens, sand, tobacco, and wine. It’s that “if you know, you know” luxury. The kind where someone leans in to ask where you found your jacket.
Saint Laurent: Loosened Up
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Anthony Vaccarello is moving Saint Laurent further away from strict formality and into something more playful. Imagine 1980s-inspired trousers with paper-bag waists, fluid shirts with a little shoulder drama, and neckties casually tucked between shirt buttons. The colours? Mint, navy, ochre, even lemon. Pair one bold piece with otherwise neutral tones and you’ve nailed it. We see this as perfection for weekend dinners at Dempsey.
Hermès: Nomadic Refinement
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Hermès stayed true to their “luxury without shouting” ethos. Convertible jackets, unlined blazers, and high-waist trousers made for travel or just the streets. The textures stole the show: openwork leather that breathes, ribbed knits you actually want to wear in the tropics, and scarves reimagined as shirt details. Colours stayed earthy with small, sun-bleached pops. Think a weekend escape bottled in a wardrobe.
Louis Vuitton: India in Motion
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Pharrell’s latest for Louis Vuitton paid tribute to Indian craftsmanship without slipping into costume. Rich spice colours turmeric, cinnamon, indigo met relaxed silhouettes like robe coats and pleated pants. Embroidery appeared on hoodies, crocodile leather bombers, and travel-ready bags. It’s maximalism for people who still want to move freely. A reminder that luxury can be both artful and easy.
Dior: Past Meets Play
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Jonathan Anderson’s Dior debut mixed 18th-century opulence with modern irreverence. Gold-trimmed frock coats with cargo shorts, tuxedos with sneakers, and pleated shorts cut from 16 yards of fabric. It’s a little rebellious, a little romantic, and proof that formalwear doesn’t have to be rigid. For us, it’s inspiration to mix textures, volumes, and “high/low” pieces with confidence.
The Q Takeaway
This season, it’s all about freedom. Freedom in fabric, in fit, and in the way you wear them. SS26 shows us that tailoring isn’t stuck in the past; it moves with you, adapts to your lifestyle, and feels as effortless as your favourite weekend shirt. Think lighter layers, softer structures, and details that are distinctly yours. At Q MENSWEAR, that’s our craft: taking the season’s key trends and tailoring them to fit not just your body, but your life. Every fabric, every cut, every finish is made to your measure, so your wardrobe works as hard as you do. Tailor the season to your style. Book an appointment with us and let our Q Team bring your ideas to life.