by Clutched.
New Designer Fashion
The decorations are down, group chats have gone quiet, and suddenly it is just you, your calendar, and the same coat you keep reaching for out of habit. January brings clarity and fatigue in equal measure. The excitement has passed. Real life has stepped back in.
This is not the moment for dramatic reinvention, but a chance to fine-tune. To choose clothes that work even when mornings feel rushed and evenings still carry a trace of December. Pieces that feel right when you catch yourself in the mirror before heading out the door.
With the festive blur behind us and inboxes finally easing, attention shifts to what comes next. January reflects that mindset!
Prices and availability are subject to change without notice.
Denim Jeans
Denim is the first thing that feels stale when a year turns. You notice it immediately. The jeans you relied on suddenly feel tired, even if they still fit. That’s usually the signal.
A new pair changes your posture. You stand differently. You reach for sharper shoes, cleaner knits, less apology in the outfit. Dark denim and black jeans feel especially right at the start of the year. They work well with tailoring, leather, heels or flats. They can survive long days and still look great at dinner. This is the category where updating one piece resets everything else.
Editor’s Choices
Versace
Embellished High Rise Straight Leg Black Jeans – £880
Haikure
Gery Low Rise Slim Fit Dark Denim Jeans – £250
Outer Layers
Outerwear is the most honest part of your wardrobe. Typically what people notice first. It’s also the thing you cannot fake liking. If it feels wrong, you avoid it.
This season’s trench coats or leather jackets offer authority to even the simplest base layer. You put them on and the outfit is already halfway there.
Editor’s Choices
Staud
Black Leather Biker Jacket – £1,245
Courrèges
Belted Cotton Gabardine Beige Trench Coat – £1,460
Lululemon
Wunder Hooded Shell Warm Ash Grey Jacket – £278
Knits for Layering
Knitwear does the emotional work in January. You want warmth, yes, but also something that feels good from 8am to 6pm.
High necks feel protective, while cropped proportions bring balance. Cashmere and merino matter here because they sit close to the body and you notice the difference all day. That’s usually a good sign.
Editor’s Choices
Me + Em
High Neck Crop Warm Chocolate Melan Cashmere Jumper – £250
Zadig & Voltaire
Nalma High Neck Merino Gris Chine Clai Wool Jumper – £310
Skirts and Dresses
After the holidays, dresses and skirts need to earn their place. They can’t rely on occasion alone.
Draped jerseys feel forgiving but still styled. Wool midis bring depth and weight, especially in richer tones. They just make sense, not because you planned an outfit around them.
Editor’s Choices
Christopher Esber
Orica Asymmetric Embellished Ruched Draped Jersey Grey Maxi Skirt – £675
Maygel Coronel
Abisso Appliqued Cutout Ruched Stretch Jersey Black Maxi Dress – £505
Alaïa
Sculpting Asymmetric Burgundy Wool Midi Dress – £2,500
Footwear Choices
Shoes shape the mood of everything else. Suede adds softness to darker looks, boots and patent leather are great with denim or something tailored. Animal details can add character to an otherwise restrained outfit.
Editor’s Choices
Manolo Blahnik
Trulona 50 Leather Trimmed Patchwork Animal Print Ankle Boots – £1,575
Gianvito Rossi
Sabrina Brown Suede High Heel Platform Sandals – £875
Gucci
Horsebit Embellished Patent Black Leather High Heel Sandals – £685
Bags to Carry
If you are carrying the right bag, you don’t think about it. If it’s wrong, it annoys you all day long! Make sure to focus on size, shape and colour when selecting your perfect bag for 2026!
Editor’s Choices
Victoria Beckham
Vanity Black Leather Top Handle Shoulder Bag – £590
DeMellier
New York Midi Moss Green Suede Tote Bag – £475
Marc Jacobs
The Everyday Vanity Cloud White Leather Crossbody Bag – £250
Ganni
Kat Baguette Naval Academy Leather Shoulder Bag – £480
Christian Louboutin
Venus Medium Black Leather Shoulder Bag – £2,745
Accessories to Finish
Accessories are instinctive. You grab them last, but they often define the look.
A scarf softens heavy layers and adds warmth, but a beanie shifts an outfit into something more relaxed. Finishing things off is often the hardest part to get right!
Editor’s Choices
Miu Miu
Striped Logo Patch Wool Blend Amaranto and Pesca Beanie Hat – £350
Burberry
Watercolour Check Sand Silk Scarf – £375
Prices and availability are subject to change without notice.
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