From suits in earthy shades of brown and green and heritage fabrics like flannel and tweed, to double-breasted blazers and velvet evening wear, here are the men’s suit trends you’ll be seeing everywhere this autumn winter 2026.
Brown: The ‘New Neutral’
Move over navy, there’s a new shade in town. Brown suits have taken 2026 by storm, and their popularity is set to continue through autumn and into the year ahead. From deep chocolate brown to lighter shades of camel and oatmeal, this season’s colour palette can be worn for lots of different events and occasions including work and weddings. Heritage textures and patterns are a big part of the appeal, with soft flannel, tweed and checks bringing extra character to these rich, autumnal colours.
“Brown is what I call a ‘new neutral’ because there are so many ways to wear it, and it’s a really easy move from classic navy or grey.”
Jess Levick, Assistant Formalwear Buyer at Suit Direct.
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Shades of Green
Green is another key tailoring colour this autumn and winter, with shades ranging from light sage to deep forest green and khaki. Along with brown, oatmeal and blue, green is part of the season’s wider theme of earthy, natural shades that are easy to style with neutrals you already own.
Style Tip: Try a green suit in a heritage weave like herringbone for a rustic country wedding, or keep your look formal with a deeper green in a plain or lightly textured suit. Finish with a patterned tie or pocket square in a rich jewel tone like burgundy, navy or rust.
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Double Breasted Is Back
If there’s one style to know this season, it’s the double-breasted suit. Defined by its overlapping front and signature double row of buttons, today’s double-breasted blazers are far from the rigid, stuffy shapes of the past.
These classic styles have been updated with softer constructions for a more relaxed fit, fresh colour palettes and wider peak lapels, which have enjoyed a huge resurgence alongside single- and double-breasted blazers. The result is a double-breasted suit that’s much easier to wear for different events and one of the go-to styles of red-carpet celebrities like Theo James, Tom Hiddleston and Cillian Murphy.
“If you want your suit to feel a little different and current, a double-breasted blazer is a great place to start.”
Jess Levick, Assistant Formalwear Buyer at Suit Direct.
Style Tip: A double-breasted suit can be worn with a shirt and tie for special occasions or repurpose the jacket for a smart-casual outfit and wear it over a polo shirt or roll-neck sweater.
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Heritage Textures
British heritage is a trend in its own right this autumn. A second season of Netflix’s The Gentlemen has renewed interest in traditional country tailoring, and our very own AW26 heritage collection Elements reimagines those same patterns, fabrics and textures in a contemporary range that’s easy to style and wear right now.
Soft flannel and moleskin, wool-blend tweed, puppytooth and herringbone patterns are popular British heritage styles to look out for, and make for a warmer suit with lots of character for autumn and winter.
Softer finishes and lighter constructions update the rugged feel of traditional woollen tweeds and flannels, with small-scale puppytooth checks and fine herringbone weaves bringing these country styles into everyday wear.
Style Tip: Look for heritage details like contrast trims on pockets and collars in corduroy or moleskin.
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Pinstripes Aren’t Just for the Office
This autumn and winter, pinstripe suits are no longer reserved for the office, and their recent comeback is a far cry from the corporate stereotype of the 1980s.
Now an admired trend on this season’s red carpet, recently worn by the likes of Jacob Elordi and Harry Styles, this year’s pinstripes are much more wearable than their earlier counterparts, in double-breasted styles, relaxed fits and fresh earthy shades of brown, green and taupe – a great choice for work, race days, weddings and more.
And while their close cousin, checks, are still popular and tie into the wider trend of British heritage tailoring, pinstripes are hot on their heels and look set to overtake them in the coming months.
Style Tip: Just because your suit has a pattern like a pinstripe or check doesn’t mean your accessories have to be plain. A tie or pocket square in a busy pattern like geo or floral print gives your suit more of an occasion-ready look that’s perfect for weddings.
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A Suit Worth Wearing Beyond One Occasion
For many, buying a suit is a considered purchase, with fit, style and colour all part of the decision. This season, there’s a growing focus on fabric quality and craftsmanship, with customers choosing well-made pieces they’ll be able to wear for different events and dress codes over the coming years.
“It’s the quality of the cloth and cut that makes simple clothing feel special. A well-made coat, wool trousers or soft knitwear allows men to build capsule wardrobes of timeless investment pieces, rather than chasing short-lived trends.”
Jess Levick, Assistant Formalwear Buyer at Suit Direct
Get the Look: The Ted Baker collection includes fine wool cloth from the Biella region of Italy, alongside Performance suits with water resistance and stretch for comfort and shape recovery.
Style Tip: A good-quality suit you love adds incredible value to your wardrobe. Wear the jacket and trousers as separates for work or smart-casual events, then you’ve got the full suit ready for special occasions too.
Relaxed Tailoring Fits
This season’s move towards relaxed tailoring puts comfort in focus. Softer shoulders, less rigid construction and extra room through the body and leg make suits easier to move in, whether you’re at work or spending a full day at a wedding.
The popularity of Italian tailoring ties into this shift, with softer construction and fluid shapes bringing a relaxed feel to smart tailoring. It’s an approach that encourages wearing a suit as part of your everyday wardrobe, rather than saving it for formal occasions.
“Tailoring is becoming more relaxed. That doesn’t always mean oversized. It can be a softer shoulder, more room through the body and leg, or a less structured jacket. Suits still look smart but feel less rigid and are easier to wear.”
Jess Levick, Assistant Formalwear Buyer at Suit Direct.
Style Tip: Look for room to move through the chest, waist and thighs, with a jacket that sits comfortably across your shoulders. A tailored or regular fit is a useful style to try to achieve a similar look, especially if you’re used to wearing slim fits.
Velvet Blazers
With Christmas parties and winter celebrations approaching, velvet blazers are well and truly back in our partywear wardrobes. Deep shades of warm burgundy are set to be a festive hit, while new and unexpected shades like chocolate, teal, taupe and olive offer plenty of choice over traditional black.
The familiar satin lapels of a velvet tuxedo blazer are updated this season with extra-wide peak lapels and shawl collars for formal dress codes. Classic velvet blazers are also popular, with lapels in the same velvet as the rest of the jacket for smart-casual parties and less formal events.
Style Tip: Look for cotton velvet if you prefer a matte finish. For smart-casual parties, wear your velvet blazer over a black T-shirt or rollneck.
Get the Look: Explore our new range of velvet blazers in burgundy, teal, chocolate, taupe and olive.
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