4 New York Fashion Week Street Style Trends Our Editors Are Still Talking About

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Published on Feb. 20, 2026

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From animal print coats to color blocking and red accents, the streets of New York Fashion Week were filled with the latest style trends that fashion editors are still buzzing about.

Why it matters

New York Fashion Week is a bellwether for the upcoming fashion season, with the street style of attendees often predicting the biggest trends that will soon hit the mainstream. These four standout styles spotted on the streets offer a glimpse into what fashion-forward consumers will be wearing in the months ahead.

The details

Animal print coats, particularly in leopard, fawn, zebra, and giraffe patterns, were ubiquitous on the streets of New York Fashion Week. Color blocking also made a comeback, with fashionistas pairing bold primary colors like red and cobalt blue, as well as more muted hues. Red accents, often in the form of triangle scarves wrapped around the head, were another key trend spotted throughout the week.

  • New York Fashion Week's fall/winter 2026 shows took place in February 2026.

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Meg Donohue

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The takeaway

The street style trends from New York Fashion Week offer a glimpse into the upcoming fashion season, with animal prints, color blocking, and red accents emerging as key looks that style-conscious consumers will likely be adopting in the months ahead.