The Key Colours of AW26 & How To Wear Them

Six seasonal shades, plus one Autumn Winter Collection later, and you have an endless amount of styling opportunities at your fingertips. From rich jewel tones to cool earthy hues, the colour palette of AW26 has plenty to offer. With a new statement bag to cushion the blow of summer ending, you’ll be ready to strut into the festive period with your head held high. 

Building a classic autumn wardrobe doesn’t need to be a chore; with a few quality, staple fabrics, darker denim, fine knits and corduroy, you’re set. Perfect for the cosy months, these are versatile pieces that can be worn repeatedly and paired with different items to refresh the look, time and time again. If you’re unsure of which colour to opt for or which colours to pair it with, don’t worry because we’ve done the heavy lifting. Keep reading to unlock free styling inspiration.

Classic Neutrals: Almond Beige & Dark Maroon

Working with neutrals as your starting point, there’s seemingly endless colours you could pair them with. Depending on your personal preference, you could go with a more colourful or muted palette. If you see the left colours on the above image, the top palette shows more vibrant colour combinations that complement the Almond Beige well. You could opt for a pop of colour with these slightly more pigmented pastels, and pair your bag with mid-blue denim, blouse or jumper in pale green or powder pink. Compared to the bottom palette, if you prefer darker clothes, choose the ruby red, dark blues, or rich browns to keep it neutral. 

A darker neutral with reddish-purple tones is the Dark Maroon. To pair it with a pleasant contrast, you can opt for cooler colours like aqua blue, pale lavender, or go for a monochromatic look with dusty pink. Choosing lighter tones with a similar red undertone can create a very harmonious look, without you having to do much thinking. To go for a bold combination, wear Dark Maroon with deep olive green to allow both colours to shine; this would be great in an outer layer, like an olive mac or knitted dress.  

Winter Warmers: Burnt Rhubarb & Olive Green

Stepping into truly autumnal territory with these rich, warm colours, there’s plenty of room to play with these saturated colours. The jewel-like hue and blue undertone of Burnt Rhubarb invites you to wear this red with cool tone purples, brown, punchy greens, and many shades of blue too. Pair your Burnt Rhubarb bag with a forest green jumper or jacket for a festive feel, or soft lilac layers to create a synonymous look. 

It’s effortless to be adventurous with Olive Green. Some of the best street style from last winter included olive paired with pale, muted pinks and butter yellow. This yellow-green shade is beautifully offset with a cool blue, and complimented by terracotta, so you have the freedom to take it whichever way you choose. Opt for the rich, sophisticated tones of autumn leaves, or keep it light and tranquil with the paler end of the spectrum to allow Olive Green to take centre stage. 

Cool & Collected: Chocolate Plum & Volcano Grey

The monochrome cool girl enters the chat. Love to keep your accessories simple, chic and versatile? Chocolate Plum and Volcano Grey present just that. With a hint of warmth, our leather designs in Chocolate Plum will add a mysterious edge to your winter wardrobe. Pairing stunningly with pale yellows, beige, dusky pink and blue, there’s minimal effort required to reach your desired look. A light grey-blue cuts a refreshing streak through this deep brown, which would be perfectly balanced with a warm mauve or even khaki. 

Last but certainly not least, we welcome in Volcano Grey. The lack of saturation allows you to run wild with colour combinations, particularly with a certain hero shade of the season: Christmas red. Bring out your favourite red garments, because they are guaranteed to pop with this particular hue. With this dark Volcano Grey, you can add a grounded feel to lighter colours; like a sage green, baby pink or blue. 

Choosing Your Colour

Whether you prefer to add more colour to brighten up your days or love darker, deep shades to embrace the cosy season, you can use these colours as a guide to style your favourite leather bags. Even us fashion-obsessed ladies need inspiration sometimes, don’t we! With so many designs in the AW26 collection to choose from, it’s easy to wonder if the colour you had your eye on would actually pair well with your wardrobe at home. Cross reference these palettes with your favourite looks, and you’ll know where you stand. Shop the collection to find the next bag that will carry your outfits throughout the autumn and winter.