This May issue welcomes summer with softness and style. The cuts are inspired by the latest trends and lightweight pieces designed for everyday wear. Discover 32 exclusive creations, including 10 step-by-step illustrated tutorials, a summer collection of 6 Curvy designs, and 3 practical and stylish accessories.
The highlights of Burda Style magazine issue no. 05/2026
- The iconic model of this edition is inspired by Anita Pallenberg, a legendary figure of the Swinging Sixties, who left her mark on fashion with her bohemian rock style and unmistakably free spirit.
- The trend collection “On the Road,” far from classic tailoring, embraces a Western chic spirit with fluid and refined cuts. These pieces are easy to mix and match for a wardrobe that is both modern and relaxed.
- The Curvy collection “Summer Breeze,” available in sizes 46–56 and up to 60 for some designs, combines freshness and freedom. Lightweight cuts and soft fabrics offer an immediate sense of freedom, ideal for a summer wardrobe that is both elegant and practical.
- The “Like Mother, Like Daughter” collection highlights a charming style connection with feminine patterns available in two variations.
- The Best of Comfort and Chic collection offers a selection of easy-t-make trousers—long or short, fitted or loose—in sizes 34 to 44.
- DIY accessories: three designs to complete and enhance your best summer looks.
Each collection explores a key aspect of the season, featuring designs that highlight lightweight fabrics, fluid cuts, and trendy details to support all your sewing inspirations.
The Iconic Piece to Sew: The Shirt of Rock ’n’ Roll Muse Anita Pallenberg
This month, the “Fashion Icon” section pays tribute to Anita Pallenberg, a legendary figure of the Swinging Sixties. She shaped fashion with her bohemian rock style and her unmistakably free spirit.
My iconic model to sew
A true highlight of this issue, the shirt 128, with its blouse-like look, draws inspiration from Anita Pallenberg’s rock and bohemian aura. Romantic fluidity and delicate details create a feminine, luminous, and intensely modern silhouette.
This bohemian spirit, inherited from the 1960s and 1970s, continues to captivate with its natural comfort and freedom of movement, featuring a fluid cut, a buttoned placket, and beautiful pagoda-style sleeves, finished with high cuffs.
Anita Pallenberg, iconic figure of the Swinging Sixties
She left her mark on fashion with her bohemian rock style and her unmistakably free spirit. Muse of the Rolling Stones from 1965, she influenced both their style and their attitude, while asserting her own aesthetic vision.
Her wardrobe boldly mixed romantic lace, leather, vintage, luxurious pieces, and masculine cuts, creating a play of contrasts that has become timeless.
A pioneer of layering and mixing materials, she continues to inspire today’s urban and festival trends.
Her instinctive style, never overdone, combined casual ease with sophistication and a rare sense of modernity. More than an icon, Anita Pallenberg embodies a free, sovereign and nonconformist attitude that continues to fascinate contemporary fashion.
On the Road Trend: The Urban Version of Western Chic
The Far West style is reimagined here in a softer, more modern version, perfectly suited for everyday wear. With cactus prints, fringe details, checks, modern denim, and reinterpreted cowboy finishes, this collection transforms western codes into cool, elegant, and confident urban silhouettes.
Denim jacket 118
The cool cowgirl, the editorial team’s favorite!
A true key piece of the western chic trend, the denim jacket 118 stands out as the editorial team’s favorite. Its fitted cut enhances the silhouette, while its sculptural sleeves add spectacular volume and a strong fashion statement.
Tailored with darts at the waist, it stands out with its flap pockets integrated into the front yoke and its rivet fastening, a nod to the iconic codes of the cowboy wardrobe. A modern, feminine denim jacket, perfect for embracing the cool cowgirl style with elegance.
Blouse 108
A light and refined western elegance.
With its pointed ruffle, the blouse 108 showcases a carefree charm that is fully on trend. This signature detail highlights the western inspiration with softness and femininity.
Made from a lightweight twill with a delicate beige print, this shirt-style blouse is as comfortable to wear as it is easy to style. It pairs perfectly with a flowy skirt, chic bermuda shorts, or light-wash jeans to create refined summer looks.
Curvy Summer Breeze Collection: Freshness and Freedom From Size 46
Designed to enhance silhouettes from size 46 and up, this summer line highlights essential basics in lightweight fabrics, fresh colors, and cheerful prints. Ideal for both vacations away and sunny days at home, it combines comfort, style and femininity.
Lightweight cuts and soft fabrics offer an immediate feeling of freedom, perfect for creating a summer wardrobe that is both practical and elegant.
Dress 119
Designed to offer comfort, freedom and femininity, the dress 119 stands out with its fluid line and impeccable drape. Its horizontal pleat positioned at the tip of the neckline creates a beautiful volume, while the cut gently flares under the bust to follow movement with ease.
Made from lightweight viscose with a subtly satin finish, it delivers an airy and particularly elegant look.
Practical details: functional side pockets and 3/4 sleeves make it an ideal dress from spring onwards.
Trousers 124
The trousers 124 tick all the boxes of the wide-leg trousers trend for summer 2026. The model's high waist structures the silhouette, ensures excellent support, and elongates the leg with style.
A standout feature is its strap detail at the hem, original and graphic, along with its striped print that visually energizes the silhouette.
The large patch pockets on the hips, very on-trend, reinforce its casual chic look, perfect for the season.
Like Mother, Like Daughter: One Cut, Two Looks
This collection showcases a charming mother-daughter duo with dual-version designs, created to share the same stylistic universe while respecting each silhouette. The cuts are thoughtfully adapted: elegant lines for the mother, comfortable and practical volumes for the daughter.
The connection is created through a print, a color palette or a signature detail, for coordinated looks that are soft, modern and easy to wear.
Jumpsuit 110
So appealing, the jumpsuit 110 revisits the feminine sporty chic style in an elegant khaki version. Available in both long and short versions, it adapts to all preferences and all generations.
The structured top, with its V-neckline and button fastening inspired by a sleeveless vest, shapes the silhouette beautifully. The waist is enhanced with well-placed seams and a matching belt to sew for a modern, practical, and always elegant look.
Top 103: the standout design of the month
Relaxed yet sophisticated, the top 103 stands out as the stylish essential of the month. Its clean lines allow it to adapt to all styles, from casual to more dressed-up looks.
The shoulder pleats and shoulder pads structure the silhouette, while the balloon-effect hem adds a very current fashion touch. Available in textured knit or in a short sweatshirt-inspired version, it easily modernizes everyday wardrobes.
The pattern pieces are highlighted in pink on the pattern sheet, making them easy and quick to find!
Best of Collection and DIY Accessories
Best of collection: the big comeback of wide-leg trousers takes center stage in this selection aimed at creating chic comfort. Versatile, elegant, and easy to make, these designs are perfect for both everyday office wear and relaxed weekends or shopping getaways.
Shorts 132
This season, chic bermuda shorts replace mini-shorts and become a must-have piece in any summer wardrobe. The model 132 stands out with its elegant cut, enhanced by two marked pleats and pressed folds that structure the silhouette.
Its elastic waistband ensures optimal comfort without compromising style. Fluid, sophisticated and easy to wear, it’s perfect for both city days and vacation escapes.
DIY accessories
Between city life and outdoor getaways, this DIY accessories capsule extends the world of the On the Road collection with a very contemporary lifestyle touch.
Designed for outings, picnics, and spontaneous weekends, these accessories combine relaxed western style with modern practicality. Special mention goes to the round crossbody bag in textured faux leather with pompom (model 27), a piece that is both trendy and easy to incorporate into a casual chic look.
Discover these designs and many more in Burda Style magazine issue no. 05/2026, currently available in stores and in our online Burda Style shop.
