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I Just Got Back From Spain—6 Fall Trends I Spotted From Madrid to Seville

A fashion writer shares the six fall trends she saw everywhere on a recent trip to Spain.

Тренды8 октября 2026 г.

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Women wearing Spain fashion trends.
(Image credit: @mariadelaord; @helenacuesta)@mariadelaord; @helenacuesta
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Royal PurpleTwo-Tone FlatsPuff-Sleeve BlousesVelvetStriped PantsBrocade

In recent years, I've found myself increasingly drawn to Spanish indie brands. Gimaguas, the Barcelona-based label founded by twin sisters, has become a favorite, as has Paloma Wool, the cool-girl brand born in Spain and made in Portugal. I've long admired Spanish style from afar, and I finally got to experience the country's fashion scene firsthand a few weeks ago. I spent a week traveling through Madrid, Seville, and Toledo, and while the gorgeous architecture certainly grabbed my attention (and had me stopping at every corner to snap photos), the swoon-worthy outfits flooding the cobblestone streets did too. Everywhere I looked, locals were already sporting some of fall's biggest trends, and naturally, I took note.

Unlike Scandi style, Spanish fashion tends to favor playful silhouettes and unexpected details over sleek, minimalist designs. That said, the outfits aren't necessarily in your face. They're just bold enough to make you do a double take. As someone who appreciates a fun detail, I was smitten with the fringe- and tassel-adorned pieces I spotted, along with seasonal textures like velvet and suede. Spanish women have also mastered the art of jewelry mixing, pairing beads in various shapes with contrasting metals.

I'm back in the United States, and I'm still thinking about all the fall trends I saw in Spain. Below, I'm breaking down six I plan to add to my wardrobe this season.

Royal Purple

Helena Cuesta in a purple top.
(Image credit: @helenacuesta)@helenacuesta

There's no denying it: Royal purple is fall's It color—worldwide, it seems. In Spain, the striking shade appeared on everything from flowy tops to bags and shoes. Haven't yet embraced the color? Consider this your sign to give it a try.

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Two-Tone Flats

Luna Isabellaa in two-tone flats.
(Image credit: @lunaisabellaa)@lunaisabellaa

Chanel popularized two-tone flats in the '50s, and the style has gone in and out of fashion ever since. This fall, however, the polished, timeless shoes are back, and Spanish women are on board. I spotted classic beige-and-black pairs in Madrid, but for a more colorful take on the trend, brands are offering styles in contrasting shades. Pink and maroon? Yes, please.

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Puff-Sleeve Blouses

Woman in a puff-sleeve top.
(Image credit: @lunaisabellaa)@lunaisabellaa

In the United States, puff-sleeve blouses have taken a back seat in recent years, but that certainly isn't the case in Spain. In fact, I noticed the voluminous silhouette early on while sightseeing. The Spanish way to wear the top is with loose trousers and ballet flats.

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Velvet

Eider Garcia in velvet clothing.
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I can't remember the last time I purchased anything in velvet, but after spending a week in Spain, the soft, sumptuous material is firmly back on my radar. Women wore the fabric in the form of matching sets and accessories, most notably flats.

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Striped Pants

Lucia Cuesta in striped pants.
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Striped pants were out in full force, which made sense given that La Veste is based in Spain and has recently gained traction for its sequin-striped bottoms. Though I didn't come across that exact pair, plenty of other trousers rendered in the classic print caught my eye.

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Brocade

Maria de la Orden in a brocade jacket.
(Image credit: @mariadelaord)@mariadelaord

If I had to pick my number one trend from my trip to Spain, it would be brocade. My vintage-obsessed self has long been a sucker for the high-shine fabric, which had quite the heyday in the 18th century. Today, it's having a moment on everything from outerwear to dresses.

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