From the warm color mocha mousse to the comfortable balloon fit jeans: classic garments dominated the Preview Women exhibition halls in Nieuwegein near Utrecht in the Netherlands. FashionUnited spoke to dozens of exhibitors about their expectations for the fall/winter 2025-26 season. They enthusiastically presented the trends and key pieces that will set the tone this season.
Mocha Mousse: the trend color of 2025
The 2025 Pantone Color of the Year, Mocha Mousse, was a noticeable trend at the show. “Whole racks full of items in this color are bought,” said an enthusiastic representative of the Nümph brand. The brands The Tiny Big Sister, Mbym, Club L’Avenir, Soft Rebels, Viveh and Gestuz also expect a lot from this classic brown tone.
“Mocha mousse is the new black,” said a Soft Rebels representative. At the show, you’ll see this warm, earthy hue everywhere, in suede sets, trousers, long dresses, bags, shoes, quilted jackets and more.
The comfortable balloon fit jeans
Jeans remain popular, but there is one style that was particularly popular with Preview Women exhibitors: the balloon fit jeans. This style has a loose fit through the hips and thighs, tapering towards the ankles for a balloon-like effect. The wide fit in the thigh area makes these jeans comfortable and stylish.
“German women love comfort. “Above all, jeans have to fit well,” says a representative of the Nümph brand. “Although it is often said in high fashion that skinny jeans are making a comeback, we continue to see greater demand for additional styles,” adds a representative from Nous Sommes Labels. “Our ‘Leila’ balloon leg jeans have been selling very well for years,” confirms a Kings of Indigo representative.
The preppy look
It’s official: The preppy look, which has its origins in classic school uniforms and the US Ivy League style, has found its way into German women’s fashion. The shirt with a collar in particular is seen by the Preview Women exhibitors as indispensable for the coming winter season.
Polo and rugby shirts are also popular. These shirts, often striped or with a contrasting collar, give the outfit a sporty touch. “The focus is on creating a sporty look through layering,” a Gestuz representative tells FashionUnited. The exhibitors from the brands The New Society, Karen by Simonsen, The Tiny Big Sister and Nous Sommes Labels also present polo and rugby shirts as favorites.
Short jackets
Short jackets are a big trend this season at exhibitors from brands such as Mbym, The Tiny Big Sister, A-view, Silvian Heach, Soft Rebels and Homage. Expect a lot from puffer jackets, biker leather jackets, shearling coats, wax jackets and styles inspired by the classic Chanel tweed jacket. “You see a lot of influencers wearing this cool model,” says a Soft Rebels representative about the popular wax jacket.
Image: Soft Rebels
Animal print faux fur jacket
In addition to short jackets, the exhibitors also presented faux fur jackets with animal print. It’s no surprise that these are popular as this trend combines luxury and comfort, which is attractive to fashion-conscious consumers. Designers like Chloé, Miu Miu and Gabriela Hearst have taken up this aesthetic at recent fashion shows. “This faux fur animal print jacket is a real eye-catcher,” an A-View representative tells FashionUnited.
There is also a growing interest in sustainable alternatives in the fashion industry. The use of faux fur and animal-friendly materials accommodates this trend, increasing the popularity of these jackets at the show.
Preview Women: Women’s fashion remains classic
The trends at the Preview Women in Nieuwegein for autumn/winter 2025-26 underline that Dutch women’s fashion maintains its classic basis. Denim is still a big favorite, while animal print jackets remain popular this season. Exhibitors noted that consumers continue to desire familiar garments like jeans, but are open to subtle innovations and fresh interpretations of these classic pieces.
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