Ready to dive into a fresh look?

Spring 2026 menswear is loosening up. Shorts are getting shorter. Denim is turning white. Thongs have left the beach, and the humble henley is making a case for replacing the everyday tee.

The pieces are familiar. It’s the way they’re being worn that feels new a little more relaxed, a little more confident and much less worried about the old rules.

Blue skies are back. Come to Watergardens for the spring switch, then stay for a fresh cut, something to eat or a catch-up with the mate you’ve been meaning to see all winter.

COME FOR…

What shoes are men wearing for spring 2026? Flip flops have left the beach.

Thongs are stepping into the rest of the wardrobe this spring. Slim rubber and leather styles from Kmart or Williams are being worn with everything from shorts to relaxed tailoring — even the suit.

Try a clean pair with workwear, tailored trousers and an open shirt, or wear them with shorts and a crisp tee when the weekend calls for something easier. The contrast is the point: something polished up top, something effortless underfoot.

Beach shoe? Not anymore.

 

Are short shorts in style for men in 2026? Hemlines are heading north.

Yes, men’s shorts are getting shorter. This spring, thigh-grazing styles from JD Sports or Connor come tailored, sporty and somewhere in between.

Balance the shorter hem with an oversized shirt from Adidas, a henley from Peter Jackson or a lightweight jacket when the temperature drops.

Start with a length you’re comfortable with. Then maybe go an inch shorter.

 

How do you wear white denim for spring 2026? Give blue the day off.

White denim is the spring switch that makes everything around it feel lighter.

Find white jeans or shorts at Universal Store or Just Jeans, then add a graphic tee from Neverland for an easy, nostalgic hit, or linen shirt when you want to sharpen things up.

Keep the fit relaxed, add thongs or loafers, and let the white denim do the rest. Same denim habit. New season.

 

What colours are trending for men in spring 2026? Things are looking brighter.

Spring menswear is turning up the colour. Aqua blue, bright yellow, red and fresh green are cutting through the season, bringing some energy to otherwise simple dressing.

Try an aqua linen shirt from Tarocash, bright yellow shorts from Kmart, or bring in red or green with a polo, tee or accessories from Rebel. Wear one strong colour with white denim or neutrals and let it do the talking.

 

What men’s accessories are trending for spring 2026? Let the details do the work.

The quickest way to make a simple outfit more interesting? Add something to it.

An oversized tote or holdall from Universal Store. Sunglasses from OPSM. A softly ruched loafer from Williams. A chain, bracelet or watch from Hoskings.

Layer the details together and even the simplest white tee and shorts start to feel considered. A great bag, sharper shoe and the right accessories are what bring the whole look into Spring ’26.

 

STAY FOR…

Where can I get a fresh cut at Watergardens? New season, new trim.

New season, new wardrobe, slightly overdue haircut.

Book in at Lux Barbers for a cut, tidy up the beard or pick up the styling products you’ve been meaning to replace at Bossman Hair.

You came for the wardrobe update. Stay for the trim that takes it into spring.

 

Where should we catch up at Watergardens this spring? Make an afternoon of it.

The best shopping trips have a habit of stretching out.

Meet a mate for coffee at Dream Drop, find what you came for, then stop for lunch at Schnitz. If neither of you is in a rush, stay for something cold at Little Sparrow and debate whether the shorts are actually too short.

You came for a shirt. He came for thongs. Lunch was the better idea.

 

What can you do at Watergardens after shopping? Stay for whatever’s next.

Sometimes you’ve done the shopping, but you’re not quite ready to head home.

Grab something to eat at The Sporting Globe, catch a movie at HOYTS, or take on the kids at Timezone — loser buys dessert.

You came for something new but stayed for the bit the kids will talk about later.

 

Dive into spring

Find your fresh look at Watergardens.

In store now.