Wait if you like The Row and Lemaire: This time you can find that same "high-end minimalism" at MUJI!

Sometimes, dressing “expensive” really has nothing to do with logos. If your fall and winter wardrobe leans toward the relaxed proportions, quiet palettes, and deceptively simple, material-focused minimalism of Japanese designer brands, you might actually want to spend more time at MUJI this year. The MUJI Labo Fall/Winter 2026 collection has officially arrived. At first glance, it features the familiar black, gray, beige, and navy, but zoom in on the looks and you will find that the true beauty of this season is all in the materials: beautifully draped Cupro, soft and fluffy baby alpaca, recycled wool, and even fabrics made on traditional spinning machines from about 50 years ago!

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To make MUJI look like luxury, focus on the drape

What really makes a minimalist piece look expensive often isn’t a complex design, but how the garment falls on the body—and that is the most noteworthy part of MUJI Labo this season. The collection uses a Cupro and rayon blend. Derived from the short cotton linter around seeds that is usually hard to use for textiles, Cupro is processed into a regenerated fiber that offers a silky touch and a natural drape.

Applied to this season’s dark maxi skirts, tops, and loose silhouettes, the fabric falls naturally without forced waists or complicated tailoring, making those lines the best detail. If you like the understated, relaxed, and proportion-focused vibe of brands like The Row or Lemaire, these pieces are especially worth paying attention to. It isn’t about copying a brand, but finding that same “less is more” logic in a more accessible way.

The material most worth touching this fall and winter might be baby alpaca

Another material that will make you stop and feel the fabric is baby alpaca. MUJI Labo selected baby alpaca from the Andes Mountains in Bolivia and Peru, using the soft inner fleece. The fibers are lightweight and warm, and because of their length, they create a naturally fluffy texture that is also less prone to pilling.

This slightly plush yet perfectly lightweight texture looks especially beautiful in minimalist tones like beige and black. Paired with wide-leg pants, a long skirt, or a monochromatic set, it nails the “expensive-looking” formula we love for fall and winter without needing many accessories.

Plus 50-year-old machines that weave clothes that grow with you

There is more to this season than just looking expensive. MUJI Labo also used refurbished traditional spinning machines from about 50 years ago to spin slub yarn at a slower speed. This intentionally preserves the original irregular thickness and natural texture of the cotton fibers, and as you wear them, the fabric gradually changes to better fit your body. Other highlights include a shape-memory polyester that recovers easily from wrinkles and features a water-repellent finish, a light and smooth Lyocell jersey, and recycled wool made from fabric scraps and old woolen garments.

While these appear to be quiet basics, the real difference lies in details you can feel and discover over time. Perhaps that is the most charming part of MUJI Labo: it doesn’t try too hard to be high-end. This fall and winter, if you’re looking for pieces that don’t rely on logos, are professional enough for work without being too formal, and can instantly upgrade your look when paired with a good bag, this collection might be more of a treasure trove than you expect.

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