Ever wondered why a specific shade of blue or a weird shoe suddenly takes over your social feed? Welcome to the ultimate Spring 2026 fashion cheat sheet.

This week on Nothing To Wear, Tamara Holland (Mamamia’s Fashion Editor) and Lucinda Pickett (Trend Forecaster) break down everything you’ll actually be seeing in stores this season and more importantly, what’s worth spending your hard-earned cash on during a cost-of-living crisis.

From Margaret Qualley’s headline-diverting Chanel "circumcised shoe" on the red carpet to the return of '90s zigzag headbands, board shorts (yes, really!), and the rise of "Meadow-core," the girls leave no trend unturned.

Plus, Lucinda breaks down the exact science behind how colors like Transformative Teal and Lemon Sorbet are predicted, Tamara gives her hot take on why she's breaking up with skirts, and the duo reveals the major style staples that are officially out for spring.

BOUJIE TO BUDGET:

Tamara's items: 
Bougie: Wish Re-Nylon Drawstring Clutch Bag Prada, $1192
Mid-range: Thea Leather-Trimmed Nylon Tote Bag Valesque, $330
Budget: Drawstring Bag Baguu, $80

Lucinda's items:
Bougie: Peony Memoir Gardenia Dress,  $380
Mid-range: Millie Dress Sabo Skirt, $138
Budget: Poplin Babydoll Dress Glassons, $49.99

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CREDITS:

Co-Hosts: Tamara Holland & Lucinda Pikkat 

Producers: Talissa Bazaz, Ella Maitland & Zara Sengstock

Audio Producer: Scott Stronach

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