Donna Karan Fall 2026

Before a single stitch is made, the team at Donna Karan New York begins with research. Trips across the globe lead to discoveries in vegan leather, superfine merino wool and soft jersey, forming the foundation of each new collection. It is the kind of detail-driven process often associated with luxury fashion houses at far higher price points, but since the brand’s reboot two years ago, this meticulous approach has become central to its identity. The top price point may sit at $800, yet the craftsmanship and thought behind each piece feel far beyond that.

For Autumn/Winter 2026, the brand revisits the DNA of its founder, refining a wardrobe for women who move with purpose. Tailored power suiting, fine-knit turtlenecks, gathered pencil skirts and sculptural outerwear define the season’s aesthetic. The palette of black cherry, espresso, sandy beige and jet black feels grown-up and sensual, designed to serve a modern woman from boardroom to evening dinner without pause. Standout pieces include silky faux-fur coats, a buttery leather trench, a cropped bomber and a cocoon coat with elegant cap sleeves. Each look was styled in monochrome, nodding to the iconic “seven easy pieces” concept that first defined the label.

What gives the collection its quiet confidence is attention to detail. Sculptural gold clasps close blazers and coats, while a reworked archival jacket reveals panelled undersides that move fluidly with the body. Comfort, always a cornerstone of Donna Karan’s philosophy, remains essential here. Eveningwear arrives in the form of asymmetrical satin dresses and burnout sheaths, while the Donna Karan Weekend capsule continues to evolve with lightweight cardigans, ribbed knits and fluid separates. Rounded out by polished jewellery, shoes and handbags, the collection feels deliberate, wearable and beautifully resolved — an elegant reminder that thoughtful design need not shout to be heard.