Re-Decorating the Closet & Home

Tanner Richie and Fletcher Kasell return in SS26 with a show they admit they've been building toward since the brand's launch. The concept is broad, warm, and autobiographical, encompassing vintage inspirations, interior motifs, everyday rituals, whimsy, and heart. The runway set-up, staging, fabrics, and narrative align: it feels less like a fashion show and more like stepping into a richly decorated apartment in mid-renovation.

From hard hats and overalls (metaphors for work in progress) to models carrying lamps, curtains, vintage-style objects, the show opens as a kind of tableau of home life in mid-renovation. The vibe: renovating more than just space, but aesthetic, identity, and the boundaries of style.

Clothing spans a broad range, including ball gowns, suits, day dresses, track suits, knits, gingham, jorts, and lace trims. Vintage touches (bows, ruffles, gingham prints, romantic silhouettes) remain signature, but mixed with tailoring that feels sharper, fabrication that feels more intentional, and casual pieces that feel fully formed.

The staging (moving truck, home renovation metaphor), the props, the collaboration with Etsy, and the clothing are coherent. The home + fashion intersection feels authentic to their identity. Tanner Fletcher pushes its envelope this season with pieces that span both high and low evening wear, as well as casual daywear. For a brand known for its vintage-romantic aesthetic, this mix shows growth and a desire to serve multiple moments. The cuts of suits are becoming more tailored; gowns are eye-catching; casual knits and polos, mixed with romantic inflections (such as lace trims and bows), keep the brand identity while evolving it. The show exudes personality. The designers aren't distant; they share home decor, interiors, and their personal vision. It invites affection: it feels like you want to live in their world and wear their things within that world.

With such a broad range (from evening gowns to daywear, casual to romantic), the transitions sometimes feel abrupt. Some of the more statement pieces risk being diluted among the large number of looks. It's impressive to show breadth, but it comes at the cost of some standout contrast. Many of the brand's romantic vocabulary elements (bows, ruffles, gingham, lace) now feel expected, which isn't necessarily a bad thing, but moments that genuinely surprise (in fabric, silhouette, or proportions) are fewer than they might be. For a label that leans on sentimentality and vintage, achieving freshness becomes harder with familiarity. The ball gowns, the matching drapes/curtains props, extra lengths, or overly ornate trims are beautiful but may have limited real-life traction. Many pieces are strong as aspirational/editorial pieces rather than everyday or season-after-season staples. Some looks lean heavily into pastel, romantic tones, gingham, etc. There are moments of boldness, but comparatively fewer color surprises or stark prints to break up the soft-vintage palette. More contrast might help increase emotional peaks in the runway sequence.

Here are style signals from Tanner Fletcher SS26 that are especially shoppable or worth borrowing, plus how to style them:

Gingham & Vintage Prints

They evoke nostalgia but are easy to mix with basics

How to Style It

A gingham blouse with denim, a print dress layered under a suit jacket, or as a matching set trimmed with lace.

Knit Polos & Sweaters

Soft comfort and texture; less fussy than formal tops, yet elevated by detail.

How to Style It

Pair with tailored trousers or skirts; belt over knits;

contrast with polished shoes.

Evening Gowns with Romantic Detail

Statement for special occasions; shows growth in the brand's capability in tailoring and silhouette.

How to Style It

Save for the event; pair with minimal jewelry so the garment needs fewer accessories; let the fabric and silhouette shine.

Track Suits / Casual Separates with Heart

For everyday wear, blending comfort with a distinctive design.

How to Style It

Mix with boots or sneakers; break up the set; add a vintage brooch or

contrast accessory.

Suiting That’s Both Sharper + Playful

Helps the brand move toward elevated lifestyle aspiration.

How to Style It

Match suit components; play with color or accessories; pair a blazer with a casual base; trousers with casual tops.

Shoes / Jewelry / Props as Accents

Accessories and staging in this show underscore that objects around us matter (lamps, vases, etc.) - the style feels full when

surroundings & accessories connect.

How to Style It

Choose one strong accessory (bow, statement shoe, scarf,

hat) to lift an outfit; curate home decor to reflect your wardrobe mood.

Tanner Fletcher SS26 feels like a realization of a dream: becoming more than just "cute vintage-romantic" but a lifestyle brand with range, identity, and emotional weight.

Their ability to mix glamour (gowns, suits) with casual sweetness (knits, gingham, lounge pieces) shows confidence; their staging infuses it with warmth.

It may not venture too far into radical new design territory, but it doesn't have to. What it does well is deepen, refine, and expand.

For fans of the brand, this season offers many pieces that will feel like favorites. For new observers, it provides an accessible entry point: beauty, personality, craftsmanship, and the promise of a wardrobe that feels both lived-in and special.