Anita Espasandín Reveals Two Spring Fashion Trends: Mantle-Style Shirt and White Barrel Pants

2 September 2026

Anita Espasandín is spending a few days in Chile and, true to her style, shared on her social media one of the looks she chose during her trip. A relaxed, comfortable, and very colorful combination that, moreover, brings together several of the trends expected to take center stage this spring.

The businesswoman opted for a red and white gingham shirt, a garment that inevitably calls to mind traditional checked tablecloths and that this season is re-entering the fashion world.

She paired it with a white barrel-leg pants, loose and voluminous, and completed the outfit with a pink jacket adorned with small polka dots and a striking strawberry print.

The result is a fresh, fun, and very personal look that shows how to mix trend pieces without sacrificing comfort.

Anita Espasandín’s Look: Red-and-White Gingham Shirt and White Trousers

To build her styling, Anita chose a red-and-white gingham shirt, with a relaxed silhouette and printed details that give it an even more original touch. She wore it with a white wide-leg pant with a barrel silhouette, a combination that plays with proportions and achieves a relaxed look.

On her feet, she opted for white sneakers, keeping comfort as one of the central axes of the look.

The key is that, even though the garments take the spotlight, pairing a simple palette —red, white, and pink— makes the style look harmonious.

The Mantel Shirt, the Print Making a Comeback This Spring

Also known as a gingham or vichy check shirt, this trend earns its popular name from the resemblance of its print to traditional checkered tablecloths. Far from being limited to a rustic or retro aesthetic, this spring gingham returns with a much fresher and more modern look. It is worn in loose shirts, dresses, skirts, and also in accessories.

La camisa mantel, el estampado que viene en la próxima temporada.

Its charm lies precisely in that nostalgic and cheerful vibe. The small checks in combinations like red and white, blue and white, or pink and white add a splash of color to simpler looks.

This season, the gingham print regains strength and reinvents itself in pieces with more contemporary and relaxed silhouettes.

The White Barrel Silhouette, a Shape That Continues to Set the Trend

The other major protagonist of the look is the white pants with a barrel silhouette. What is its main feature? It has a curved and wide shape: it flares at the hips and thighs and then tapers softly toward the ankles. Its name refers precisely to that distinctive barrel-like form.

La camisa mantel, el estampado que viene en la próxima temporada.

The model has solidified as one of the strongest silhouettes of 2026 and continues to appear in looks for the new season.

In white, it also becomes an ideal piece for spring because it brings brightness and works as a neutral base to combine with colors, patterns, or bolder pieces. White trousers are also one of the basics that are regaining prominence with the arrival of better weather.

The Pink Jacket with Strawberries That Brought the Funniest Touch

To go out, Anita added an unexpected piece that completely changed the look’s spirit: a pink jacket with tiny polka dots and a strawberry print.

The piece introduces a bold color and a playful motif that contrasts with the more classic aesthetic of the gingham shirt and white pants.

Moreover, it demonstrates one of the keys to building a look with personality: daring to mix prints and textures when there is a color palette that functions as a unifying thread.

In this case, the red of the shirt’s checks finds a natural dialogue with the strawberries, while the pink adds a cheerful and feminine touch.

La camisa mantel, el estampado que viene en la próxima temporada.

The result is a comfortable look for roaming around the city, but also full of small fashion-forward details. Because this spring, as Anita Espasandín shows, fashion seems eager to play a little more with color, prints, and silhouettes.

 

Angel

I write about fashion with a personal eye for detail, elegance, and real-life style. Through Angel’s Boutique, I share honest reviews, boutique finds, and style notes for women who want inspiration that feels feminine, modern, and easy to make their own.