The past year has turned the fashion industry into a stylish game of musical chairs, with creative directors jumping ship left, right and centre. The result? Widespread confusion over which designer debuts to watch for spring/summer 2026. With no fewer than sixteen debuts on the horizon, and headline-grabbing names like Jonathan Anderson, Demna and Louise Trotter in the mix, it’s little wonder the industry feels caught mid-spin.

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