In 2026, the fashion industry emphasizes aesthetic practicality and clarity of images. Among those promoting this trend are fashion houses, which have emphasized the importance of casual clothing in their latest collections. Thus, the combination of jeans with a simple sweater is the main and undisputed favorite of the spring season. Next, we remind you how world brands interpret this trend and how the fashionable duo of street stylers are already styling.
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The first look of Chanel's Métiers d'Art show, directed by Mathieu Blasi, was a powerful testament to the industry's global shift towards the concept of “clothing for real life.” The location—the New York subway—only reinforced this idea, offering an unexpected but extremely apt context for a contemporary reading of the House's historical codes. Thus, Bhavita Mandava took to the improvised catwalk in a zip-up sweater worn over a white T-shirt, loose straight-leg jeans with a casually tightened belt, and two-tone pumps. Her look, full of a sense of movement, was completed by a jacket with a delicate yet complex finish, carelessly thrown over a suede Chanel bag.
Chanel Metiers d'art
This ensemble—and the mood it conveys—is surprisingly easy to recreate. It's familiar to anyone who's ever stood in front of their wardrobe in the morning, ultimately choosing the tried-and-true combination of jeans and a sweater as a foolproof formula.
For Dior, creative director Jonathan Anderson offered his own interpretation of the classic combination, focusing on structured denim and textured knit capes. His approach was more conceptual than Blasi's understated aesthetic, but the main idea remained the same: a sweater and jeans – regardless of the cut or shade of denim – form a union that never fails.
Christian Dior spring-summer 2026
How to make this duo even more perfect? First of all, you should pay attention to the perfect fit of the jeans – whether loose or tapered at the bottom – as well as high-quality knitwear without signs of wear. Rich colors add expressiveness to the image, and multi-layering helps create the impression of thoughtfulness and stylistic depth.
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At first glance, there is nothing complicated about the combination of a sweater and jeans. However, it is precisely in this simplicity that its power lies – it is a win-win formula that deserves a new reading from time to time. And, as Mathieu Blasi convincingly demonstrated, remains relevant.
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Based on materials from vogue.co.uk