I’d Wear Almost Everything in Aaron Levine’s New Zara Collection
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Aaron Levine is best known as the designer behind Abercrombie & Fitch’s late-2010s return to cultural relevance. His unique eye for combining archival sportswear designs with vintage workwear silhouettes and preppy styling continues to shine athis eponymous lineof high-end made-in-America clothes, but his Zara capsule collections make a much bigger splash. His latest for spring-summer 2026 just dropped today, and much like the fall-winter collaboration that preceded it (which sold out within days), there’s basically nothing in it I wouldn’t wear. The prices for this limited run are higher than you’d expect from Zara, but this reflects the higher proportion of natural fibers and materials used to make the items. Everything will go fast, so if you’re on the fence, better err on the side of buying, knowing that Zara has a 30-day return policy for anything that doesn’t work out. And if you’re in New York City, you can shop the collection in person at theZara Man popuplocated at 73 Spring St.
The shoes go fastest
Finding a pair of calf-leather shoes with genuine Vibram soles for under $200 is basically impossible unless you get a steep discount. Whether you’re looking forapproach shoes,bluchers, orloafers, Levine’s collection offers options for all of the above — at least for now. They sold out in most sizes by the end of the day last time.
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These pieces stood out to me as being particularly good for the price given how expensive the materials alone can be.
Pleats, please
I’ve been on a bigpleated-bottomskick as of late because I find that shorts and pants feel much more comfortable with a bit more room in the hips and thighs. Levine’s collection has a lot to offer if you’re curious to try them for yourself.
Nautical-themed tops in bold colors
This collection was inspired in part by the beach, which makes sense given Levine’s penchant forimpeccable vacation outfits. I’m loving the emphasis onbold primary colors, and the well-executed sun-washed effects remind me ofChris Black’s Hanover collection.
Affordable tailoring at a price worth trying
These unstructured suits and blazers are made from mostly natural fibers and would work with a dress shirt and tie but can also be styled casually over any old T-shirt.Soft suitingcan be controversial in menswear circles, but this is an affordable way to try it for a lot less than you’d pay for similar designs from Noah or Drake’s.
The accessories tie it all together
It can be difficult to knowwhere to begin with accessories, but starting with affordable and attractive options makes it easier. The extra-long braided belts, paisley bandannas, casual jewelry, and boldly colored totes can be recombined to elevate almost any outfit.
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