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The 2018 Ferrari FXX K Evo, a mobile test lab with less than 62 miles on it, will be offered through Gooding Christie’s on January 29. The 2018 Ferrari FXX K Evo, a mobile test lab with less than 62 miles on it, will be offered through Gooding Christie’s on January 29.

American designers had arguably their strongest season ever at Paris Fashion Week, led by Pharrell Williams, Willy Chavarria, Jaden Smith, Rick Owens, and Amiri. 

The new Say 42 Sport also ensures a smooth ride with a Seakeeper 2 stabilizer and shock-absorbing seats. The new Say 42 Sport also ensures a smooth ride with a Seakeeper 2 stabilizer and shock-absorbing seats.

A fashion editor dissects the key menswear trends for Spring/Summer 2026. 

Or at least, retailers believe so; spring/summer collections tend to arrive in stores within the first weeks of February, allowing the organised shopper to prepare for the dog days that are yet to come. 

But what should those garms be? Colorful or neutral? Baggy or slimline? Patterned or not? Elite Traveler can guide you in the right direction, having distilled the season’s trends into a concise recap that’s worthy of investment. 

Color blocking

Designers’ usual penchant for earthy tones (sand, olive, terracotta – you get the gist) were nowhere to be seen last June, as 2026 marks menswear’s move into bold colors. Not only did the catwalk’s have retina-burning oranges, turquoise, and pinks on display, but they were styled with other equally bright shades.

Versace was the biggest culprit, leaning into an eighties vibe by pairing complimentary colours of that vintage patina with each other: canary yellow with royal blue, or tomato red with jade green. Jil Sander had a slightly more subdued take, layering different shades of blue with one another, while Alessandro Michele’s Valentino collection felt like a middle ground between the two, as salmon pink trousers were styled with a faded baby blue shirt.

Check two-piece

While this print is a staple within many men’s wardrobes, this year, you should be wearing it differently. Amiri layered an Argyle cardigan over a knitted tank, Acne styled a white check shirt with shorts made of the same material, while Auralee opted for a chore jacket and trouser combination. When it came to checks this season, we were seeing double. 

Pyjama suits

No longer are bed-bound silhouettes just for nighttime, as plenty of pyjama suits walked down the catwalk last June. 

Dolce & Gabbana models appeared with shirts undone and one panel tucked into their trousers, as if they’d rushed out of bed without a moment to think of wearing anything else. Etro clashed prints, opting for a paisley shirt and dressing gown against a more subdued navy trouser, while Saint Laurent had knees with their shirt and shorts design, poking underneath a double-breasted blazer. 

Knotted scarf

While the tie has been having a renaissance as of late, the spring/summer shows proved that a new more informal neck accessory is making a scene. Silk scarves twisted like bandanas are being worn with the knot loosely tied at the front, elevating daytime ensembles. 

At Hermès, an emerald style was the pop of color against a neutral outfit, Ami Paris kept it tonal to the look, while Giorgio Armani went for printed styles.

This generation has surpassed boomers as the largest wine-drinking cohort and the industry is adjusting. This generation has surpassed boomers as the largest wine-drinking cohort and the industry is adjusting.

The world’s greatest tech giants have entered the world of oenophiles with artificially intelligent sommeliers. 

Temperature, humidity, and provenance all dictate whether a vintage will flourish or falter, and even the most meticulous collectors know that storage mistakes can be costly. Now, a new wave of technology promises to take out the guesswork.

AI wine cellars, as futuristic as they sounds, are systems that use artificial intelligence to track bottles, catalogue vintages, and anticipate optimal conditions. Here’s everything you need to know before investing.

What is an AI Wine Cellar?

At its simplest, an AI wine cellar blends traditional wine storage with machine intelligence and computer vision. Early products pair cameras and sensors with software that recognizes wine labels and updates inventories automatically.

In Samsung’s newly announced Bespoke AI Wine Cellar, for example, a camera positioned at the top of the unit scans bottles as they are stored or removed, updating a connected app with their location and details. Users will reportedly be able to view bottle information and receive pairing suggestions through the SmartThings AI Wine Manager app.

These capabilities are an extension of a broader trend in wine management technology. Connected wine cellar systems such as La Sommelière’s Ecellar combine sensor‑equipped shelves with an app to detect additions and removals in real time and maintain a digital register. The accompanying software can offer insights on ideal storage locations, stock alerts, and peak dates for consumption.

Other platforms, like Collector Cellar’s management software, add features such as AI‑generated tasting notes, food pairing suggestions, and guidance on optimal drinking windows for individual bottles.

How to purchase an AI wine cellar

At present, fully integrated AI wine cellars – as envisioned by the likes of Samsung alongside other competitor concepts – are still emerging, and availability remains limited. Installation typically involves professional integration into a purpose‑built space or retrofit into an existing cellar with the necessary electrical and network infrastructure. Pricing for advanced units will vary by size, features, and brand, but early systems such as Samsung’s could start in the low five figures, with bespoke climate‑controlled installations extending well beyond that depending on capacity and customization.

From a luxury perspective, the appeal is clear. AI‑enabled cellars reduce the manual labor of cataloguing bottles and checking conditions, and promise greater precision in long‑term storage. They also offer the potential for tailored sipping suggestions, making them especially relevant for collectors with extensive or international holdings.

Yet technology has its trade‑offs. Given broader debates about the role of automation in fields that have traditionally relied on sensory expertise, it is reasonable to presume some enthusiasts may find an algorithmic approach less satisfying than human judgement shaped by years of tasting and tacit knowledge about terroir and cellar evolution. And like all smart systems, connected cellars raise questions about software updates, data privacy, and long‑term durability as hardware ages.

That said, for collectors accustomed to bespoke home automation and connected residences, the idea of adding AI‑assisted wine management to a portfolio of smart systems may be a natural next step. As smart home technologies become increasingly integrated into luxury residences, AI‑assisted cellar systems could move from novelty to a feature more widely considered among affluent collectors.

Whether the next vintage in your collection really needs an AI wine cellar depends on you. For those who treat wine as a craft to be preserved with scientific precision, the technology points to a future where tradition and artificial intelligence work in tandem to protect and enhance some of the world’s most treasured bottles.

Franschhoek is claiming its rightful place as a destination for wine lovers. Franschhoek is claiming its rightful place as a destination for wine lovers.

The Swiss watchmaker drives home its link to automotive racing with two chronographs that illustrate the watchmaker’s forward-thinking vision. The Swiss watchmaker drives home its link to automotive racing with two chronographs that illustrate the watchmaker’s forward-thinking vision.

The 1,250 hp hypercar marks a change in design and construction, delivering a bucket-list experience behind the wheel. The 1,250 hp hypercar marks a change in design and construction, delivering a bucket-list experience behind the wheel.

These looks are proof that some of the most compelling fashion happens between the shows, not in them. 

Between shows, venues, and cobblestoned corners, a more personal kind of style takes shape. This season, away from the theatrics of the catwalk, Paris delivered its own masterclass in modern menswear. The city once again became an open-air runway, defined by how clothes are worn in real life by A-listers (the likes of Robert Pattinson and Lewis Hamilton), fashion commentators, stylists, and influencers.

From considered head-to-toe palettes and elevated workwear to directional dressing, the best street style looks from this season felt unmistakably individual. These are the ones that stopped us mid-stride.

Paris Men’s Fall 2026 street style looks

Taken together, the best street style looks from Paris Men’s Fashion Week point to a broader shift in how men are dressing now, and how they want to dress next.