The fashion world is experiencing a "loose fabric" trend: Make the clothes loose first, and then the person will feel warm. Choose a coat one size larger, a V-neck sweater and barrel-leg jeans. Use low saturation color schemes and soft materials to create a laid-back and cozy atmosphere.
Zip up the down jacket all the way to the top. The entire person feels as if compressed by a vacuum. This is not about warmth; it's about "human-shaped delivery". In the winter of 2026, the fashion world collectively let go: Cozycore - the loose-down trend - was officially included in the white paper of autumn and winter trends, with only one key phrase: Let the clothes loosen first, and then the person will feel warm.
Relaxed, not collapsed.
Relaxed is to leave a breathing passage for the body: if the shoulder line is lowered by half an inch, the hem is wider by one fist, and the buttons are left empty by two, then the wind can carry the body's heat through the fabric, like having its own invisible heating pipe.
In the latest European street fashion photos, Acne Studios' shearling coats and Toteme's oversized cashmere sweaters are all in "one size larger", but no one looks sloppy. The secret lies in the trio of material contrast, low saturation, and draping length, translating "I'm warm" into "I don't want to exert effort". Start with the coat.
This year, the hottest item is not down-filled fabric, but fur-like materials - faux fur and real wool. The best length for the fur is 3 cm, as it can stand up to keep out the wind and won't bury the neck like a pot plant. When choosing the silhouette, the shoulder line naturally drops by 1 cm, the sleeve length covers the knuckles, all buttons are fastened, and the top two buttons are left open, forming an inverted triangle breathing opening. This instantly reduces the visual weight by 3 kilograms. The colors are set to oatmeal, sage gray, and cold cocoa. The low saturation has a soft light filter effect, making the complexion look as if it just drank a hot latte.
And pair it with a sweater.
Avoid the high-necked style that pulls the chin down; opt for a V-neck or a gathered neckline instead: The V-neck should extend two fingers below the collarbone, revealing the edge of the cream-colored undershirt underneath; the gathered neckline should have two layers of soft pleats, resembling an invisible scarf wrapped around the neck. The yarn should be made of a blend of mohair and cashmere, lightweight enough to be picked up with one hand, yet capable of being worn alone in -10°C to withstand the wind. The length should cover the hips, with the hem tucked two fingers into the jeans, the front loose and the back flat, so as not to bulge when sitting.
Denim pants are the soul of the relaxed wool collection.
The 2026 version has been upgraded to a straight, slightly wide-leg, high-waisted, floor-length style. The裤脚 is tucked into the shoe upper， resembling soft cream pleats. The new favorite is the barrel leg - wider at the thigh， slightly tapered below the knees. Seen from the side， it has a smooth C-line， and from the front， it has a straight I-line. It combines loose and neatness in the design code. The color is selected from the original base denim or washed gray-blue. Avoiding holes， by combining soft denim with tough tops， creating a contrast， with soft on top and hard at the bottom， it resembles proper dressing.
The same color for the inner layer is a form of invisible heightening.
A woolen sweater, a cream-colored T-shirt, and a light beige pair of jeans, all in a milky ice color. There is a 0.5 degree color difference between the fabrics, making them appear seamless from a distance and clearly layered up close. The heel height is 3 cm, with either a square-toe loafers or a thick-soled DeTaine shoes, exposing the sock edges - a cream-colored thick-knit sock for the ankles, like adding a layer of cream to the ankles, making them warm and playful.
The outfit formula can be directly applied: a shearling coat (unbuttoned), a mohair V-neck sweater, a cream-colored T-shirt, barrel-leg jeans, a woolen sock in a creamy color, and DeTaine shoes. When it's windy, add a 2m x 0.5m cashmere scarf, looping it around once and hanging it halfway down, walking with the wind, and the scarf acts like a tail, adding drama to the back view.
If you want to take it to the next level, replace the belt with a matching knitted waistband. Wear it loosely over the sweater, raise the waistline by 5 cm. When sitting, it won't bunch up your skin, and when standing, it won't sag.
Remember the order: first touch the material, then look at the shape, and finally match the color. Soft material means a warm touch, a loose shape makes it visually light, and a coordinated color creates an elegant look.
Clothes are not armor, but a mobile little living room: when you take the subway, it automatically offers you a seat; when you enter a coffee shop, it helps you stretch your legs. In the winter of 2026, let the clothes adapt to you. All you need to do is to have a good mood.
