On the fashion side, a wind of college nostalgia is blowing through our wardrobes, and one piece stands out brilliantly, proving in passing that style definitely has no age.
Forget the overly strict or uncomfortable silhouettes of recent seasons. For spring 2026, fashion is focusing on softness, lightness and a certain “campus chic” art of living. Style experts confirm this shift: nods to the student wardrobe this season take the form of small sporty polo shirts and pretty twin sets. The idea? Flattering cuts, pleasant materials and a no-fuss look that makes our lives easier in the morning, while maintaining crazy elegance.
At the heart of this excitement, our wardrobe breaks free from the rules and returns to the past, proving that style evolves with us and has no expiration date. This spring, we celebrate daring associations. We love mixing genres, for example by mixing office pieces with more casual touches for a stylish and comfortable everyday life. It’s also the time to dare with unexpected colors, like a soft pink combined with a soft brown, or to focus on khaki, the real star of the season. As for celebrities, from Kate Middleton to Zendaya to Ophélie Meunier, they have all set their sights on the same revisited basic to embody this modern look.
Yes, that’s it: the striped shirt is THE key piece of the season. Available in sky blue, powder pink or fine stripes, it has this magical power to adapt to all our lives. You can slip it under a slightly loose blazer to go to work, tie it over a beautiful voluminous midi skirt, or simply tuck it into loose jeans with pretty city sneakers. The most daring will wear it open over a small white t-shirt or under a leather jacket. And to enhance everything, we don’t hesitate to accessorize it with strong jewelry, like a beautiful bib necklace or a cuff, to add a chic touch to our daily lives.
Good news for our budget: this chameleon item of clothing is absolutely everywhere. At Kiabi and Zara, you can find it between 15 and 40 euros in very modern cuts. Uniqlo, with its collaboration with JW Anderson, offers a carefully finished model for 29.90 euros. The same goes for Maison 123, Sézane or Comptoir des Cotonniers, which offer pieces in very beautiful fabrics, around 85 to 130 euros. For those who like to invest in beautiful materials, Polo Ralph Lauren and Tommy Hilfiger remain safe values (from 120 to 180 euros). Finally, to give yourself an exceptional gift, head to the big fashion houses like Miu Miu and Celine, with pieces that make you dream.
Timeless, easy to wear and wildly in tune with the times, the striped shirt ticks all the boxes for our new favorite basic. Whether you choose it in crisp poplin or very supple linen, one thing is certain: this spring, you will definitely have at least one on your back.
