NEW TRENDS 2026: Sustainable Fashion & Accessories Between Innovation, Circularity and Ethical Minimalism

2026 marks a turning point for sustainable fashion. It is no longer just about a “green attitude,” but about a structural transformation of the entire supply chain: radical circularity, bio-fabricated materials, digital traceability and conscious minimalism that places quality and durability at the center.

Sustainability is no longer a capsule collection. It is the new standard.

By analyzing the collections available at Kauri Store, it clearly emerges that many brands have already integrated these trends into their production processes, anticipating the future of the industry.

1. Bio-Fabricated Materials and Leather Alternatives

Material innovation is the first major pillar of 2026.

Bio-leather derived from mycelium (the vegetative part of fungi) represents one of the most promising alternatives to animal leather. Biotech companies have developed materials with aesthetics and durability comparable to traditional leather, but with a significantly lower environmental impact.

At Kauri, we find brands working with plant-based leathers, recycled materials and certified natural fibers:

• O My Bag – uses LWG-certified leather and traceable supply chains, focusing on durability and repairability.
  

• Armedangels – employs organic cotton, TENCEL™ and recycled fibers.
  

• Thinking MU – develops garments made from hemp, organic cotton and innovative fibers.
  

The shift toward bio-fabrication is already underway: the market is preparing to progressively replace conventional leather with plant- or fungus-based alternatives.

2. Circularity and Zero Waste

The second pillar is total circularity. It is no longer just about recycling, but about designing garments with their end-of-life already in mind.

In 2026, the Digital Product Passport also becomes central, certifying traceability, environmental impact and product composition.

Brands available at Kauri that operate within a circular framework:

• Ecoalf – produces garments from plastic recovered from the oceans and regenerated fishing nets.
  

• SKFK – develops collections in organic cotton and certified fibers with a slow fashion approach.
  

Sustainability becomes measurable, verifiable and communicable through concrete data.

3. Ethical Minimalism & Slow Fashion

2026 sees the return of a 1960s/1970s aesthetic reinterpreted in a contemporary way: clean lines, natural palettes and fluid silhouettes.

At Kauri, this trend translates into:

• Lanius – timeless elegance in organic wool and cotton.
  

• Dedicated – conscious streetwear in certified organic cotton.
  

A garment does not follow the season. It follows your wardrobe over time.

4. Recycled Fabrics and Regenerated PET

Among the key materials are fabrics made from recycled PET bottles. Companies such as Polartec produce technical yarns derived from recycled plastic.

At Kauri, brands such as Ecoalf and Armedangels widely integrate recycled polyester into their outerwear collections.

The advantage?
Reduced use of virgin raw materials and lower water and energy consumption.

Why Choose Sustainable Fashion Today?

Choosing brands available at Kauri means:

• Reducing environmental impact
  

• Supporting ethical and transparent supply chains
  

• Investing in high-quality garments designed to last
  

• Rewarding companies that measure and communicate their impact
  

2026 will not be the year of sustainable fashion.
It will be the year when non-sustainable fashion loses relevance.

The difference lies in everyday choices.
And your wardrobe is one of the most powerful places to start.