Global apparel retailer UNIQLO today announces the launch of the latest UNIQLO : C collection, a special line from renowned British fashion designer Clare Waight Keller. UNIQLO : C Spring/Summer 2026 draws inspiration from the different modes of life, pairing refined tailoring with soft, relaxed fabrics to create a wardrobe that flows smoothly with the wearer.

Clare Waight Keller said:

For this collection, I wanted to focus on how clothes feel as much as how they look. Comfort comes through in the softness of the fabrics and the ease of the cuts, creating an urban wardrobe designed to move naturally through everyday life. There’s a strong unisex spirit, with styling built around fluid layering and a palette of colors that naturally complement each other. A subtle sense of play runs through the collection, built around modern essentials designed to mix easily and create an urban chic wardrobe. The introduction of sunglasses adds a final, personal touch — completing the silhouette and allowing each look to be styled in an individual way.

A wardrobe defined by color and fabrics

Soft shades of powder lilac and sky blue introduce a sense of lightness to the season. Tailored pieces in coordinated hues are offset by a vivid red knit, creating a subtle contrast within the silhouette. A cotton volume sleeve dress with softly structured, shirt-style sleeves is finished　 with a clip belt detail, while seasonal fabrics, such as satin sets, Milano ribbed knits, and viscose knit T-shirts are used throughout the collection to enhance comfort for spring and summer.

Sunglasses included for the first time

The　accessories offering expands this season with the introduction of sunglasses to the collection. Designed with UV400 lenses that block 99% of ultraviolet rays, they combine function and design, with particular attention paid to comfort and material quality. Retro-inspired sneakers and finely crafted deck shoes complete the selection, offering a refined yet versatile finish suitable for both women and men. An ultra-light, versatile tote adds an effortless finishing touch to the accessories offering.

Clare Waight Keller

British-born designer Clare Waight Keller has worked at many top fashion houses and has been the Creative Director of some of the world’s best-known luxury brands in London and Paris, where she oversaw ready-to-wear and couture collections. In 2018 she won Womenswear Designer of the Year at the British Fashion Awards. She was named one of the most influential people of 2019 in TIME magazine’s TIME 100 Awards. In September 2024, she was appointed creative director at UNIQLO.