SS26 makes a strong case for staying in the warm spectrum. Rich, sunbaked tones like Amber Haze and Chocolate Brown are the season’s neutrals of choice, offering a more interesting alternative to default black without asking much of you in return. Look for tan formal shoes in suede or leather like the ECCO METROPOLE, brown sneakers like the ECCO SOFT, or caramel leather bags that sit easily with denim and soft tailoring alike.TanAndBrown Why It Works? Earthy neutrals don’t go out of style because they don’t really come in either. They’re the kind of tones that work across genders, across occasions and across the rest of your wardrobe. Whether you’re after tan loafers, sandals, heels or sneakers, the range covers it. Style It With:

• The Tonal Look: Mix shades like Ground Coffee and Caramel for a monochromatic result that feels considered rather than matchy.

• The Iced Coffee Vibe: Pair chocolate brown sneakers with light blue denim or white linen for one of the cleaner contrasts of the season.

• Modern Professional: The ECCO SOFT works well with olive utility jackets or navy tailored trousers. Brown and blue are the anchor pairing of SS26.

• Retro Renegade: Ground a vibrant lemon-yellow shirt or knit with rich chocolate wide-leg trousers. Finish with ECCO METROPOLE loafers in Caramel Brown to keep the silhouette clean. High contrast, done properly.

Blue Aura is the season’s most defined colour story. The range runs from vaporous light blues through to professional Aviation Blue, and it moves with the broader shift toward slender sneaker silhouettes and breathable textures. Styles like the ECCO SOFT, ECCO GRUUV, ECCO TERRACRUISE LT and ECCO STREET LITE
sit naturally in this direction, built for summer city walking without the weight.BlueTones



Why It Works? Blue has outgrown denim. For SS26 it reads as a quiet, cool-toned neutral that brings calm without fading into the background. Whether in slender sneakers like the GRUUV LITE or BIOM LITE, or in a leather GORE-TEX option, these shades offer a fresher alternative to grey and black that holds up as the season progresses Style It With:

• The Digital Zen Look: Pair light blue ECCO BIOM 2.2 sneakers with white athletic wear or Cloud Dancer knits for a clean, forward-looking combination.

• The Anchor Duo: Combine navy ECCO STREET LITE shoes with chestnut brown trousers or a tan trench coat. Blue and brown are the defining palette of the season.

• Soft Contrast: Mix Blue Aura accessories with butter yellow or soft peach. It’s an optimistic combination that doesn’t try too hard.

• Evening Navy: Take deep navy leather ECCO SOFT 10 or ECCO MOVE into the evening with silver metallic accents for a result that works without overcomplicating things.

Silver and soft gold aren’t reserved for evening anymore. Metallic sandals like the ECCO FLASH or ECCO OFFROAD and sneakers with metallic accents like the ECCO GRUUV or SOFT have moved into daytime wear, where a liquid metal finish does the work of elevating an otherwise simple outfit. Animal print accents are also coming back through straps and uppers, adding just enough interest without tipping into costume territory.MetallicsAndAnimalPrints Why It Works? Metallics function like a neutral with an edge. They sit with almost everything while adding energy that a standard white or beige won’t. Silver is the standout for 2026, reflecting a broader interest in tech-influenced aesthetics. Whether you’re choosing a heel like the ECCO LIVA 35 or ECCO FLOWT WEDGE LX for a summer event, or a city sneaker like the ECCO BIOM LITE, the reflective finish adds presence without demanding a full outfit rethink. Style It With:

• The Modern Muse: Silver ECCO MARGOT ballerina flats with slim trousers and a simple silk top. Clean, daytime-ready, works as well into the evening.

• Golden Hour Softness: Gold ECCO SOFT 7 sneakers with a floaty midi skirt in butter yellow or soft cream. Warm and optimistic without being loud.

• The Urban Edge: Silver ECCO SOFT 11 sneakers with black wide-leg trousers and a grey hoodie. The kind of look that bridges technical and street without landing too firmly in either camp.

• The Outdoor Tech Glow: Silver ECCO BIOM AEX or ECCO BIOM ENERGI outdoor shoes with charcoal cargo pants and a water-repellent jacket. Functional and intentional.

• Wild Accents: Snake-print ECCO SOFT SANDAL with neutral beige or khaki. The print does the talking; the rest of the outfit stays quiet.