Skip to content
Vanity Fair Fashion
Fashion

My Friend Asked for My 2026 Zara List—These New Items Will Make a Closet Feel Modern

By Swedan Margen

My Friend Asked for My 2026 Zara List—These New Items Will Make a Closet Feel Modern

2026 isn't technically here yet, but my friend messaged me while holiday shopping to get insights into a few key items she should consider to make her wardrobe feel fresh for the new year. She's a big Zara fan, so I said I'd scroll through the site to send her a shopping list of relevant items that would make her closet feel "2026."

I focused on pieces that have forward design qualities and hit on key trends. Maximilism (re: faux fur!), cool preppy items, and bold silhouettes will all have huge moments in 2026, so there's certainly a mix of those trends in my list. I also included elevated basics that feel current. Keep scrolling to check out the finds I sent to my friend (the first seven on the list), along with a range of other great Zara items.

Rib Long Sleeve T-Shirt

ZARA

Rib Long Sleeve T-Shirt

It's the neckline that gives this simple shirt a modern feel.

Wool Blend Short Coat With Scarf

ZARA

Wool Blend Short Coat With Scarf

I told my friend that this bold scarf coat is a must.

Fitted Blazer Zw Collection

ZARA

Fitted Blazer ZW Collection

Trf High-Waist Balloon Oversize Jeans

ZARA

TRF High-Waist Balloon Oversize Jeans

Balloon jeans are trending.

Oversized High-Neck Coat Zw Collection Limited Edition

ZARA

Oversized High-Neck Coat ZW Collection Limited Edition

Zw Collection Pinstripe Wide Leg Pants

ZARA

ZW Collection Pinstripe Wide Leg Pants

Striped Belted Blazer Zw Collection

ZARA

Striped Belted Blazer ZW Collection

Faux Leather High Collar Jacket

ZARA

Faux Leather High Collar Jacket

This jacket looks very expensive.

Tall Boots With Topstitching

ZARA

Tall Boots With Topstitching

Plain Faux Fur Scarf

ZARA

Plain Faux Fur Scarf

Plaid Hooded Puffer Jacket

ZARA

Plaid Hooded Puffer Jacket

Faux Fur Collar Jacket Zw Collection

ZARA

Faux Fur Collar Jacket Zw Collection

Wait, I want this jacket.

Jacket Cardigan

Not your average cardigan.

ZARA, Limited Edition Leather Mule Shoes

ZARA

Limited Edition Leather Mule Shoes

Alpaca Jacquard Jumper Ski Collection

ZARA

Alpaca Jacquard Jumper Ski Collection

Suede Effect Bomber Jacket

ZARA

Suede Effect Bomber Jacket

Wool Blend Coat With Faux Fur Collar Zw Collection

ZARA

Wool Blend Coat With Faux Fur Collar Zw Collection

Another fantastic piece with that faux-fur collar.

Striped Knit Polo Shirt

ZARA

Striped Knit Polo Shirt

Combination Knit Jumper

ZARA

Combination Knit Jumper

This is actually one piece!

Zw Collection Limited Edition Satin Effect Midi Skirt

ZARA

ZW Collection Limited Edition Satin Effect Midi Skirt

Scarf Knit Cardigan
Basic Knit Sweater
Short Faux Fur Coat
Wool Blend Pocket Polo Shirt

ZARA

Wool Blend Pocket Polo Shirt

Zw Collection Mid-Rise Wide Leg Jeans

ZARA

ZW Collection Mid-Rise Wide Leg Jeans

Leather Maxi Tote Bag

ZARA

Leather Maxi Tote Bag

You'll be able to fit so much into this bag.

Zw Collection Combined Lace Skirt

ZARA

ZW Collection Combined Lace Skirt

Embossed Slingback Shoes

ZARA

Embossed Slingback Shoes

100% Suede Leather Jacket With Fur

ZARA

100% Suede Leather Jacket With Fur

More Fashion