Women’s Fashion Trends for Spring/Summer 2026: What’s New from Our Top Brands

Spring has arrived in New Zealand, and the new season's pieces are landing at RAPT ONLINE every week. We've looked at what our customers love most from our best-selling women's fashion brands, and picked out the trends worth knowing about. We've also included our best tips for dressing a curvier figure, because plus-size fashion is something we specialise in.

Jump to: The trends · Our top brands · Plus-size styling tips · Styling & sizing help

Five trends we're loving this season

1. Stripes, stripes, stripes

Stripes are everywhere in the new arrivals, from classic red and white to rich burgundy and earthy khaki. They're easy to wear and work with denim, wide-leg pants or a skirt. Try the Betty Basics Red & White Stripe Boxy Tee (back by popular demand), the Betty Basics Burgundy Stripe Maren Tee Dress or the sculptural Deeanne Hobbs Stripe Khaki Direction Pants.

2. Bold, happy prints

Print is having a moment. Think hearts, palms, florals and animal print. Jellicoe's Jellicoe Loved Monochrome Chelsie Dress and Jellicoe Frankie Palm Escape Dress are standouts, along with the Betty Basics Sadie Midi Dress – Red Eve Print and the Betty Basics Animal Print Saffra Relaxed Jeans.

3. Relaxed, wide-leg pants

Comfort is still king. Easy wide-leg shapes with soft waistbands look polished but feel relaxed. They're perfect for long summer days. Start with the Betty Basics Red Sable Wide Leg Pant.

4. Statement layers and bombers

A lightweight bomber jacket instantly lifts a tee and jeans. Zafina's Zafina Black & Gold Bianca Bomber and Zafina Pearl Breeze Bianca Bomber are designed to throw on over everything this spring.

5. Playful details and sunny accessories

Embellishment, texture and fun accessories finish an outfit. Curate's Curate Best Buds Shirt has organza and bead flowers. Add the Curate Brim-ming With Joy Hat for sunny days, or the Stella + Gemma studded Startlet Slides.

Betty Basics Red & White Stripe Boxy TeeJellicoe Loved Monochrome Chelsie DressBetty Basics Red Sable Wide Leg PantZafina Black & Gold Bianca Bomber

Our best-selling women's fashion brands

Betty Basics

Our number one fashion brand, and for good reason. Many of the new-season pieces are on pre-order now, so get in early for your size. Betty Basics makes relaxed, comfortable pieces in sizes 8–22, with easy shapes, soft fabrics and prints that make getting dressed simple.

Betty Basics Sadie Midi Dress – Red Eve PrintBetty Basics Burgundy Stripe Maren Tee DressBetty Basics Red Sable Wide Leg PantBetty Basics Red & White Stripe Boxy Tee

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Deeanne Hobbs & Jellicoe

New Zealand-designed and full of personality. Deeanne Hobbs brings relaxed, sculptural shapes, while Jellicoe is all about bold prints and easy fits, in sizes XS–4XL.

Deeanne Hobbs Khaki Sienne DressDeeanne Hobbs Stripe Khaki Direction PantsJellicoe Loved Monochrome Chelsie DressJellicoe Frankie Palm Escape Dress

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Curate by Trelise Cooper

Fun, colourful and joyful to wear. Curate is known for its playful prints, ruffles and embellishment, in sizes XS–XXXL.

Curate Dreaming of Spring Dress – Blue OrchidCurate Best Buds ShirtCurate Brim-ming With Joy HatCurate Shoulder Candy Bag

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Stella + Gemma

Laid-back everyday style with a playful twist: easy tees, sweatshirts and accessories at great prices.

Stella + Gemma Milk Spot Porter TeeStella + Gemma Choc Startlet SlideStella + Gemma Black Startlet SlideStella + Gemma Black Rose Hair Claw

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Seduce & Zafina

Elevated, wearable pieces for work, weekends and going out, from statement bombers to elegant midi dresses.

Zafina Black & Gold Bianca BomberZafina Pearl Breeze Bianca BomberZafina Black Ripple Serena DressZafina Black Kate Tee

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Plus-size fashion: our styling tips

Plus-size fashion is at the heart of what we do. Many of our brands go up to a size 22, 24 or 4XL, so you can shop the same new-season styles as everyone else. Here are the tips our customers find most helpful:

• Look for a defined waist. Shirred or elasticated waists, like the Betty Basics Sadie Dress, give shape without feeling tight.
• Choose fabrics that move. Soft cotton, viscose and stretch fabrics drape beautifully and feel comfortable all day.
• Balance relaxed and fitted pieces. Pair a boxy tee with slimmer pants, or wide-leg pants with a tucked or knotted top.
• Don't be afraid of print and colour. Stripes and bold prints look fantastic at every size. Wear what makes you feel good.
• Midi lengths are your friend. They're easy to wear with sneakers, slides or boots, and work from day to night.
• Check each brand's size guide. Sizing varies between brands, so check the guide on each product page or ask us. We're always happy to help.

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