For the men’s fashion season FS26, Smart Casual is established as an ideal middle ground between formal clothing and activewear. The look is strongly shaped by college and preppy influences-with subtle references to the American style of the 1950s. These ten key pieces belong in every FS26 range:

The windbreaker

Credits: 8on8 Studio FS25/© Launchmetrics/Spotlight

Long, narrow silhouette with utility details, large pockets and strong colors such as red, yellow or green. Particularly versatile in combination with other utility styles such as shorts or cargo pants.

The checkered jacket

Credits: Ami FS25/© Launchmetrics/Spotlight
Credits: Ami FS25/© Launchmetrics/Spotlight

Narrow -cut jacket made of linen or cotton in bright cotton tuster – a versatile piece that works with both denim and wide suit.

The light sweater

Credits: Amiri FS25/© launchmetrics/Spotlight
Credits: Amiri FS25/© launchmetrics/Spotlight

Sweater with a circular or V-neck, made of wool or cotton with hole pattern details. Ideal for casual shorts or loosely cut pants.

The pants with crazy cuffs

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Credits: Dolce & Gabbana FS25/© Launchmetrics/Spotlight

Casual trousers with bundle folds and wide leg, made of linen, cotton or lighter wool. It is best worn with shirts in the retro style of the fifties.

The oversized Letterman jacket

Credits: Double FS25/© launchmetrics/Spotlight
Credits: Double FS25/© launchmetrics/Spotlight

The classic Letterman jacket is reinterpreted-with voluminous silhouettes and strong color contrasts. Jeans or sweatpants go well with this.

The knitted rugby shirt

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Credits: Fendi FS25/© Launchmetrics/Spotlight

Width stripes, polo collar and applications meet knitting structures. Particularly strong in primary colors to Khakis or shorts.

The knee -length shorts with print

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Credits: Mountainering FS25/© Launchmetrics/Spotlight

Wide cuts and striking patterns make these shorts a highlight-ideally combined with sporty tops such as windbreakers or rugby shirts.

The cardigan with zipper

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Credits: Sacai FS25/© launchmetrics/Spotlight

The classic zip jacket shows itself with Intarsia and texture mix. Casual styled with jeans or straight fabric trousers.

The light blue jeans

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Credits: Bluemarble FS25/© Launchmetrics/Spotlight

Just cut jeans with light blue washing and offset details are the perfect basis for layering looks with T-shirts.

The colored jeans set

Credits: Etudes FS25/© Launchmetrics/Spotlight
Credits: Etudes FS25/© Launchmetrics/Spotlight

Denim in bright tones such as pink and purple set strong statements, especially in coordinated complete looks

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