Experience the Season of Ultimate Basics: The Uniqlo 2026 Spring / Summer LifeWear Collection

Beyond aesthetics, UNIQLO’s 2026 Spring / Summer collection places strong emphasis on innovation and responsibility, beginning with its enhanced UV Protection range. Designed to protect against the sun without compromising style, these pieces integrate functional technology seamlessly into everyday clothing—making them ideal for outdoor activities, city walks, and travel. The focus is on invisible performance: garments that feel soft, look stylish, and quietly support your lifestyle.

Adding a layer of creativity and individuality, the season also highlights exciting 2026 Spring / Summer collaborations and the ever-popular UT line-up, featuring expressive graphics inspired by art, culture, and global creativity. These statement pieces inject fun into the Ultimate Basic wardrobe, allowing wearers to personalize their looks. Complementing this is UNIQLO’s continued commitment to sustainability initiatives, reinforcing its mission to improve everyday life through clothing that is thoughtfully made, responsibly sourced, and built to last. Together, these elements define a collection that is not only stylish and functional—but forward-thinking, inclusive, and made for the future of everyday wear.

By focusing its 2026 Spring/Summer collection on the idea of “Ultimate Basic,” UNIQLO continues to elevate its LifeWear philosophy of enhancing everyday life through clothing. The exciting lineup, which strikes a balance between functionality and the joy of wearing clothes, was recently unveiled during an exclusive media preview.

The idea of “Ultimate Basic” stems from contemporary consumer demands. The high demand, particularly for the next season, for the perfect everyday outfit that combines fashion and functionality serves as inspiration for UNIQLO. The end product is an enormous collection created to embrace comfort and style for the spring and summer seasons. This was accomplished via the use of clever material selections, playful colors, meaningful patterns, and relaxed silhouettes.

“At UNIQLO, our goal is to create clothes designed for life’s needs, following our LifeWear philosophy. Our new collection presents clothes that are light and airy to wear, fresh to look at, and fun to style, because we want everyone to enjoy the warm weather to the fullest. We’ve got new styles, colors, and patterns for everyone to get creative with this season. As always, there are innovations and new technology for enhanced and functional comfort.” ~Geraldine Sia, UNIQLO Philippines Chief Operating Officer

UNIQLO Philippines Chief Operating Officer Geraldine Sia, said before presenting the collection and introducing UNIQLO Philippines’ newest line-up of local celebrity partners.

While the season’s go-to may be basic jeans, t-shirts, linen, shorts, and Sport Utility Wear, UNIQLO Philippines Marketing Director Jan Ang said that the brand’s new collection has “elevated these spring and summer essentials to the ultimate level.”

The members of the updated roster, each of whom represented important UNIQLO products emphasized for the season, joined Ang on stage. The Core T-shirt line is represented by popstar royalty Sarah Geronimo, while the Linen line is represented by actor Matteo Guidicelli. The Linen line is also fronted by actress Solenn Heussaff, emphasizing this essential piece for the warmer months. Actress Alexa Ilacad for Bra Top, athlete Kianna Dy for UV Protection, and model Anthony Constantino for Jeans complete the lineup.

Spring Pieces Inspired by Urban Rome Styles

Inspired by the chic and laid-back metropolitan atmosphere of the Italian city, UNIQLO has released a new season collection. For a stylish and cozy appearance that works well both in the city and on vacation, especially in the summer, consider wearing big men's blouses or shirts with shorts. With its simple lines and stark white color scheme, Rome's modern architecture also serves as a style reference.

“You can wear a different combination every day and still get the ultimate satisfaction, because both are comfortable and versatile. So, just have fun with it! Express your mood with your color and style!” ~Sarah Geronimo

Another material that works well for this outfit is linen, which Sarah Geronimo wore at the event with a Core T-shirt.

Who says, however, that jeans aren't appropriate for the warmer months? UNIQLO bases the attraction of their jeans for its 2026 Spring/Summer Collection on three factors: timeless appeal, comfort, and style. The three Fs of Fit, Fabric, and Finish are the focal points of every item, including the Baggy Jeans and EZY Jeans, making them the ideal jeans for this summer and beyond, providing fashionable styles for all body types.

“But the UNIQLO jeans are definitely fire. It’s the perfect example of ‘Ultimate Basic.’ It’s an old reliable upgraded with better fabric and craftsmanship. You will go to bed wearing this if you can. That’s how comfortable it is.” ~Athony Constantino

For Anthony, a model, wearing a lot of clothes comes part of the job. 

Fresh summer looks from Amalfi Coast

Amalfi Coast vibes are created by lighter materials and more vibrant colors that complement the beach temperature and atmosphere. Start with the Premium Linen Longsleeve Shirt and Linen Blend Easy Pants for optimal comfort and breathability, or the W's Ribbed Cropped Bra Top and AIRism Bra Sleeveless Top. Additional choices include AIRism inners, including the W's AIRism Cotton Crew Neck T-shirt, W's AIRism Sleeveless Top, and W's AIRism Bra Camisole.

“It’s light and low maintenance. In this new collection, I am enjoying the new hues and patterns. I never thought I’d wear a top with built-in bra again since my early teens, but UNIQLO made it so well. Never be afraid to try and explore.” ~Alexa Ilacad

Alexa shared her thoughts about the wonders of the Bra Top, saying. 

“I like the relaxed silhouette and roomy fit at the shoulders, chest, and hem. It’s very comfortable but also stylish at the same time.” ~Matteo Guidicelli

Meanwhile, Matteo rocked UNIQLO Linen during the event, which he believes promotes the perfect summer vibes. 

“Is the most comfortable yet elegant wear in my wardrobe right now. It’s light, airy, flowy, and can be enough as is. You can still layer it, if you want and if necessary, like with knitwear or a cardigan over it. But I really focus more on the shoes and accessories that I pair with it.” ~Solenn Heussaff

Solenn followed, adding her UNIQLO Linen selection.

UV Protection

Safeguarding against the sun's damaging rays is part of feeling fashionable and self-assured. The new Ultra Stretch AIRism UV Protection Full-zip Hoodie from UNIQLO, which filters UV rays and has a cool-to-touch feature for comfort, is perfect for summertime activities. The Dry-EX UV Protection Full Zip Hoodie and the UV Protection Crew Neck Longsleeve Cardigan are two more fashionable choices.

“Since the weather is about to get hot and humid, I have started refreshing my wardrobe with new UV pieces for my active lifestyle. Wearing something with UV protection gives me the peace of mind that my skin is safe from the sun. Plus, the fact that it has so many colors that fit my outfits, as well as its casual styles, makes it perfect for my everyday looks.” ~Kianna

Moreover, for a true summer staple, UNIQLO introduces a new eyewear line under its 2026 Spring/Summer Collection, showcasing different frames that fit a myriad of looks.

2026 Spring / Summer Collaboration and UT Line-up

Additionally, an exhibit showcasing UNIQLO's major partnerships—UNIQLO: C, UNIQLO U, and UNIQLO × Comptoir des Cotonniers—was set up during the event. Given how many people purchase shirts during the warmer months, UNIQLO's UT Line-up for summer is also presented. This lineup is meant to draw attention. New designs will include Disney and Timeless Magic For All, MoMA, Elliot Erwin, Powerpuff Girls, SHUEISHA 100, and BABYMONSTER.

Sustainability Initiatives

As a company with a solid foundation in improving the lives of people, the environment, and society, UNIQLO is still promoting its sustainability projects. UNIQLO is showcasing the PEACE FOR ALL Charity T-shirt project this season, which aims to promote global peacebuilding initiatives. Since the project began in 2022, the brand has sold almost 9 million t-shirts in all of its stores worldwide, raising more than JPY 2,883,233,700. The UNHCR, Plan International, and Save the Children are UNIQLO's three partner organizations that get the earnings. In the meantime, celebrities and icons like Roger Federer, Haruka Ayase, PEANUTS, Keith Haring, and Christophe Lemair, to mention a few, collaborated on the many t-shirt designs.

Additionally, UNIQLO emphasizes its RE.UNIQLO Studio service, which promotes circularity by fixing and updating your LifeWear products. The Studio provides repair services in addition to embroidery to give your clothes a distinctive taste and make them genuinely one-of-a-kind. In partnership with Disney, the company is releasing its newest patches this season, which are sold at UNIQLO's Manila Global Flagship Store, UNIQLO SM Mall of Asia, and UNIQLO BGC High Street.

Know more about the UNIQLO 2026 Spring/Summer collection by visiting UNIQLO.com and all stores nationwide. For more information and to get all the latest updates on UNIQLO, visit www.uniqlo.com/ph/en/ and follow Uniqlo on Facebook, on Instagram, and on TikTok.