Finishing Touches: 8 Men’s Accessories Trends For Spring 2026

If you’re not accessorising, you’re doing it wrong. Any well-dressed person knows that the difference between simply wearing clothes and styling them comes down to the details. It’s not just about what pieces you wear. It’s about how you wear them and what you wear them with.

Accessories are like seasoning. They add flavour and personality. Even a few small touches can dramatically alter the vibe of an outfit. Take a simple casual suit, for example. On its own, it’s nothing remarkable, but throw on a vintage baseball cap, a neckerchief and a pair of statement shades and all of a sudden you look like someone who knows their Martin Margielas from their Massimo Osti.

The good news is that with each passing year, men’s accessories are becoming increasingly normalised – from jewellery to luxury bags and everything in between. This means you have plenty of options for adding some character to your wardrobe in a way that feels natural and in step with your personal style. With that in mind, these are the accessory trends worth looking into this season.

Light-Tint Lenses

Meller

Whether it’s orange, green, pink or blue, softer tints in sunglasses are continuing to gain momentum. They’re great for spring, when the weather can often be changeable and overcast, and they’re surprisingly good for masking a poor night’s sleep or a mild hangover, particularly as you can leave them on indoors without looking weird.

Bold Frames

Meller

Another eyewear trend for spring 2026 is the move towards bigger, blockier frames. We’re talking chunky, statement styles. Nothing overly cartoonish, just unapologetically bold. Think dark acetate in square, angular shapes.

They’re the sort of glasses that make an outfit rather than blend in, and it’s a trend that spans both sunglasses and spectacles.

Low-Profile Watches

Cartier

There’s an overarching trend towards subtler shapes across menswear. You can see it in the current proliferation of low-profile sneakers and the rejection of exaggerated legwear silhouettes in favour of more sober shapes.

The same thing is happening in the watch world. The popularity of chunky styles is declining, while more and more men are seeking slim, low-profile options like vintage dress watches and minimalist timepieces.

Square dress watches, in particular, are having a moment right now. Think Cartier if you’re feeling flush or Seiko if you’re on a budget.

Cuffless Beanies

ACNE STUDIOS at MR PORTER

Not the most wearable accessory trend, but a big one nonetheless. You’ve no doubt spotted the ubiquitous Arc’teryx logo beanie that seems to have taken over every town and city centre over the last few years. We’re not saying you should walk around with a giant bird-fossil logo on your head, but the popularity of this particular hat has triggered a broader trend for cuffless beanies in general.

If you want to jump on this one, our advice would be to go with something logoless, leaning on textured fabric for visual interest instead. We’ve seen some great shaggy wool options from And Wander, Our Legacy and Dime.

Slouchy Messenger Bags

Uniqlo

Sorry to be the bearers of bad news, but that traditional leather messenger is absolutely destroying your street cred. The good news is you can retain all its functionality while adding a contemporary touch to your everyday outfits.

Big, slouchy messenger bags are comfortable to wear, practical for everyday use, and look great with all sorts of outfits.

Take a look at brands such as ARCS, Sealson, Master-Piece and Comme des Garçons Homme for some of the best.

Minimalist Jewellery

Miansai

From simple rope bracelets to plain silver rings and understated necklaces, men’s jewellery has gone minimalist. The goal is to add a bit of personality and elevate outfits slightly, but without going overboard.

Think simple, understated designs and not too many of them being worn at once. Keep it to a maximum of two pieces per outfit.

Scarves/Bandanas

Wax London

Patterned silk scarves and neckerchiefs have been unavoidable at all the major fashion weeks, worn around the neck, tied to bags or even over the eyes.

While we’d encourage you to avoid the latter, we’re in agreement that these decorative pieces of fabric are great for adding a bit of colour and flair without completely stealing an outfit’s thunder.

Think classic red or blue paisley for something classic, or look to the likes of Drake’s and Liberty for something a tad more flamboyant.

Functional & Decorative

Mismo

Carabiners, keyrings, little wearable pouches for phones and cash – turning the mundane into wearable accessories is the big move in 2026, and there are countless ways to do it.

We’re big fans of Topologie’s clippable straps that can be used to carry everything from a water bottle to a packable jacket, Montbell’s miniature carabiners that are great for securing valuables to a belt loop or a backpack and Cote&Ciel’s keyrings that feature a quick-release mechanism for easy access to house keys when you need them.