Enduring archetypes were the starting point for the Tory Burch Fall 2026 RTW collection, where the design process was about reinterpretation rather than a full reinvention.

Tory started with clothing shaped by history and utility and shaped them into something that was new yet still retained its original purpose. The peacoat in a longer proportion with softer sleeves and gold embroidered buttons. The Shetland crewneck patterned with raffia embroidery in place of traditional intarsia. The henley in a fine-gauge sheer knit with covered buttons.

Tory played with the contrast of traditional spring/summer elements against those that are winter-coded. The most beautiful example was the badla embroidery, hand-done by Indian artisans, on felted wool knits that were layered to stylish effect.

The collection’s slouchy, mixed-wale corduroys were a nod to Tory’s first style influence, her father Buddy Robinson. They were shown in apricot and the same saffron yellow that he often wore.

Cut in washed silks and sheer layers of chiffon, deconstructed drop-waist dresses served as a foil to the tailored and cozy elements of the show. The stand-away silhouettes echoed 1920s styles, a pivotal fashion moment that allowed women freedom of movement without the restriction of a corset.