Tokyo Girls Collection Redefines Fashion with “Styling Performance” for 2026 S/S
Get ready to transform your wardrobe and express your unique style as the Tokyo Girls Collection (TGC) unveils its groundbreaking theme for the ’42nd MyNavi Tokyo Girls Collection 2026 SPRING/SUMMER’ (MyNavi TGC 2026 S/S). Set to electrify the National Yoyogi Stadium First Gymnasium on March 14, 2026, this season’s theme, “OUR CANVAS,” is a vibrant call to co-create the ultimate art piece of TGC together. At its heart lies a revolutionary concept: “Stapa (Styling Performance)”—a fresh take on fashion values that moves beyond mere cost-performance (cosupa) and time-performance (taipa).
“Stapa” represents the art of maximizing your self-expression by cleverly combining your cherished wardrobe staples with the season’s most captivating trend items. It’s about updating your look effortlessly, without compromise, by mixing the new with the familiar. This isn’t just about what you wear; it’s about the joy of discovery, the thrill of finding perfect combinations, and how a single item can uplift your mood. It’s a contemporary styling standard proposed by TGC, perfectly suited for an era where both practicality and personal flair are paramount.
This season, TGC spotlights three key keywords to help you master your “Stapa”: “Komono Master,” “Kawaii Vibes,” and “Meriharu Look.”
Komono Master: The Power of Accessories
The “Komono Master” trend emphasizes how small accessories can dramatically elevate your entire outfit, adding sophistication and personality. It’s about transforming simple looks with thoughtful touches.
For instance, one highlighted coordinate features a layered style with a top over bottoms—a versatile look that can incorporate new brand items or even a long-forgotten tank top from your closet. Adding necklaces and belts infuses a chic, city vibe, balancing casualness with adult sophistication.
Another example showcases how even the simplest dress can be transformed with strategic accessory use. Bracelets layered over sleeves, a double belt to add rhythm to the waist, and vibrant colored socks ensure no detail is overlooked. Scarves emerge as the ultimate versatile item, ready to be tied to a bag or woven into a hairstyle.
MAKE UP TREND! Petal Cheeks × Blur Lips
Complementing the “Komono Master” look is a soft, airy makeup trend: “Petal Cheeks × Blur Lips.” This style brings out natural charm with a gentle flush on the cheeks, reminiscent of cheeks blushing in the cold, and a soft-focus lip. The key is to apply blush broadly and softly, creating a core of color at the center of the cheek that gradually blends outwards. For lips, create a blurred outline first, then add a glossy, honey-like oil in the center, using a slightly darker shade to achieve a beautiful, hazy gradation.
Kawaii Vibes: Infusing Sweetness with an Edge
“Kawaii Vibes” is all about injecting delightful cuteness into your outfits without being overly saccharine. It’s about finding that sweet spot between adorable and chic.
One featured “cloud styling” coordinate starts with a versatile black and white striped top, then layers on a flared skirt, gingham patterns, and a sparkly hat for maximum “kawaii.” Leather boots provide a grounding, edgy contrast. Another look highlights button-motif hair clips, reminiscent of a retro 20s vibe. Feminine knits and lace belts are balanced with layered lace inners for a hint of casualness, while eyewear, silver accessories, and sporty shoes add a cool, non-sugary finish. Even subtle details like musical note necklaces and matching socks amplify the “Komono Master” element.
MAKE UP TREND! Frosted Eyes
To add a cool nuance to “Kawaii” styles, “Frosted Eyes” are the go-to trend. This look puts the eyes center stage. Start with a subtle muted base, then apply a delicate silver shadow over the entire eyelid, choosing fine glitter for an elegant finish. Add brown accent colors to the outer corners and inner tear ducts, and layer more glitter on the center of the lid over the silver shadow to create a rounded, three-dimensional effect while maintaining a cool vibe. The lower lid remains free of silver to create a striking contrast. Eyeliner is drawn thick with brown, then layered with black on the inner line to create a deep, captivating look.
Meriharu Look: The Art of Contrast
“Meriharu” (メリハリ) in Japanese refers to creating a sense of contrast or balance, and this trend applies it to fashion through both silhouette and color. It’s about bold choices that create a visually dynamic outfit.
For silhouette-focused “Meriharu,” the spotlight is on voluminous shoulder items like a Napoleon jacket, evoking a marine or uniform-like mood. This strong upper body is balanced with a fitted inner top that flatters the figure, and baggy bottoms for a contrasting silhouette. This volume-meets-fit combination is a surefire way to achieve a stylish and flattering “Meriharu Look.”
Color-driven “Meriharu” embraces vibrant palettes, as seen in an “overseas girl” style featuring an oversized hoodie, hot pants, and yellow socks. Linking colors from the pant pattern to a purple top and red belt bag creates a playful, cohesive look. Incorporating basic white or black between bold colors helps make individualistic styling more approachable. Black layering in the top also serves as a crucial accent to tighten the overall look. Long black boots, rather than sneakers, complete the ensemble, offering both style and body coverage, making boots a year-round statement.
MAKE UP TREND! Merihari Makeup
“Merihari Makeup” uses light and varying textures to create natural contrast. The key is to apply iridescent pearls broadly around the temples (extending the C-zone) to create a soft, luminous glow when light hits. For the center of the face, use non-iridescent pearl highlights to enjoy the difference in texture. Cheeks are kept subtle, while contouring enhances cheekbones for a sculpted face line. Eyeshadows are applied with strong pigmentation to ensure presence against the light, and lips feature a natural base topped with clear gloss for a touch of shine. This season, it’s not about intense color, but about layering various textures to create natural depth and contrast.
Expert Voices on the 2026 S/S Mood
Fashion professionals shed light on the exciting atmosphere for 2026 S/S. Sayumi Gunji, Fashion Creative Director, enthusiastically shares, “The 2026 Spring/Summer season marks the arrival of fashion that is more powerful, allowing individuals to express themselves more fully. It’s not about being like someone else, but about standing out as the cutest! Styling that allows each person to be the star is becoming a trend.” She highlights how “Stapa” manifests through:
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Kawaii Vibes: Styles that are cuteness-maximized with lace, minis, ribbons, and check patterns.
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Meriharu Look: Clearly defined contrasts in volume and color to highlight individuality.
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Komono Master: The power of accessories, like bandanas and charms, to create unique styles.
Embrace Your Stapa and Illuminate Your Everyday
The ‘MyNavi TGC 2026 S/S’ promises to be a canvas for self-expression, inviting everyone to embrace their “Stapa” and enjoy fashion with renewed creativity and individuality. For those eager to try these trends, official lecture videos on trend fashion and makeup are being released sequentially on TGC’s official TikTok account (@tgc__official). These videos offer practical guidance to help you experiment and find your perfect “Stapa.”
This new approach to fashion, focusing on personal styling performance, encourages a deeper connection with clothing, promoting not just fleeting trends but a sustainable enjoyment of cherished items. As fashion continues to evolve, “Stapa” is poised to become a global language for expressing personal style, influencing Kawaii culture worldwide by empowering individuals to be their own fashion artists. The future of fashion, as envisioned by TGC, is one where every outfit is a masterpiece of personal expression.
For more details on the event and trends, visit the official website:
https://tgc.girlswalker.com/26ss/
Event Details:
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Event Name: The 42nd MyNavi Tokyo Girls Collection 2026 SPRING/SUMMER
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Date: March 14, 2026 (Saturday)
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Venue: National Yoyogi Stadium First Gymnasium (2-1-1 Jinnan, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0041)
All information is subject to change as of the press release date.
