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Oxblood Handbags All Things Red Ruffle Accents Novelty Knitwear Menswear Handbags Statement Studs
Twice a year, fashion week takes over New York, London, Milan, and Paris—and along with the runway trends that emerge, the season’s street style usually foreshadows the next must-have item. To earn this coveted mark, a piece usually upholds a few key components: adaptable to multiple aesthetics, both fashionable and practical, and building upon current trends while still offering a welcome dose of newness. Last year, we saw cherry red and mesh flats become “it” trends, and if you’re wondering what’s next, you’ve come to the right place. Ahead, we chatted with some of the busiest fashion editors and buyers attending the fall 2024 fashion weeks to learn their favorite pieces to wear this season—read on to see them all and be one of the first to add them to cart.
Maxi Faux Fur Coats
“Love this one and it’s easy—fur is back! We took a break from faux fur the last few seasons, but glamour is all over the runways [again], and a chic, maxi-length faux fur coat is what I’m wearing over everything from wide leg jeans to leather hot shorts.” — Divya Mathur, fashion director at Revolve
Ena Pelly Harri Oversized Teddy Coat $310.00
Versatile Sock Boots
“In Paris, I’m balancing market research, wholesale appointments, and offsite meetings around the city—when it comes to packing, practicality is the name of the game. Our soon-to-be launched Borg Sock Shoe will take a top spot in my carry-on. Multi-hyphenate by design, this two-for-one style manages to solidify every look and is the secret to remaining grounded (stylistically speaking) as I navigate unpredictable weather and an ever-changing agenda.” — Sarah Brody, brand director at Tibi
Tibi Borg Sock Shoe $575.00
Office Siren Chic
“Blame it on the business-core trend, but ties were everywhere this season. From Kallmeyer’s shirt with a built-in tie—which I also bought and wore this fashion month—to neckties featuring Prada’s logo, few other trends marked New York’s street style more. I expect this trend to continue its domination from London to Milan and Paris.” — Irina Grechko, fashion director at Refinery29
Kallmeyer Léa Slim Blouse with Tie $525.00
Next-Level Flats
“I never thought I’d see the day, but I almost entirely opted out of wearing heels this season. I’m a lover of chic kitten heels and even the occasional platform pumps, but the flats on the market right now are so impressive, I never felt the need to level up to anything with a heel. Top favorites for me were the Ganni Buckle Ballerinas ($395) in red, Naturalizer Carla Flats ($110) in silver, and Dolce Vita Beny Flats ($130) in ivory. Now that I’m committed to Fashionable Flat Shoe Life (trademark pending), I’ve got my eyes on the Vince Venice Leather Slingback Flats in macadamia.” — Bella Gerard, freelance fashion editor and content creator
Vince Venice Leather Slingback Flat $330.00
Creative Denim
“Bustiers are really popular at the moment, and I’m excited about wearing our new bustier top from the spring 2024 collection. It’s made from our classic bandage knit with a denim finish, giving you the denim vibe but with the stretch and comfort of knit fabric. You can effortlessly layer it over a top or dress, or wear it on its own with a jacket. It’s the ultimate addition to your wardrobe.” — Michelle Ochs, creative director of Hervé Léger
Hervé Léger The Ellie Top $790.00
Evening-Ready Knits
“Knitwear for evening has so many new and interesting propositions, especially from one of our brands [featured on McMullen], Diotima. Rachel has been leaning into crochet and knitwear looks for evening and black tie—I, myself, donned a look from her while attending the BoF 500 Gala in Paris. Another one of our brands, Zankov, also showed some incredible evening options this New York Fashion Week, including a red knit gown with a matching scarf.” — Sherri McMullen, founder of McMullen
Diotima Gala Crystal Mesh Fringe Skirt $1,895.00
Oxblood Handbags
“One trend I noticed more in the New York Fashion Week streets was the embracing of oxblood and merlot shades in the form of accessories, shoes, and plenty of outerwear. In sporting the trend, my hero item is this beautiful bordeaux-colored canvas bag by Themoirè. It can be carried as a clutch, top handle, or shoulder bag, goes with pretty much any color while also acting as an accent piece, and it surprisingly fits a lot—including a Voss water bottle that I got from one of the shows. It’s the best combination of elegant, versatile, and sleek.” — Morgan Evans, freelance fashion and culture editor
Themoirè Bios Canvas Shoulder Bag $387.00
All Things Red
“Finally, finally, my favorite color in the world other than green is trending: red. Yes, Christmas colors are my favorite—I know, I know—but red and pops of red are everywhere. I have all my old school Michael Kors collection in red that I’m about to bust out, plus all of our clients included red this season.” — Savannah Engel, founder and CEO of Savi
Markarian Wave Print Corset Dress $2,595.00
Ruffle Accents
“While bows will be around forever, they are a bit oversaturated right now. The parallel that less people are talking about is the ruffle. We’ve noticed our buyers bringing high sell-through numbers for our Sid Lace Trim Jean, both in full length and shorts. The ruffle accent gives added character to an everyday basic.” — Fletcher Kasell, co-founder of Tanner Fletcher
Tanner Fletcher Sid Lace-Trim Mid-Rise Straight-Leg Jeans $415.00
Novelty Knitwear
“I’m inspired by the inventive, novelty knitwear we’ve seen at Zankov, Eckhaus Latta, and Paulina Russo from the fall 2024 collections. The textural yarns and rich color pairings are a yummy feast for the eyes. I’m keen on integrating novelty knitwear into my outfit rotation now, even as we head into warm-weather dressing. The lighter YanYan knit top and openwork Zankov skirt are in my shopping cart, ready to meet the moment.” — Linda Cui Zhang, associate fashion director at Nordstrom
YanYan Checkerboard Embroidered Sweater Tank $295.00
Menswear Handbags
“Over the past three-ish seasons, I've noticed the rise in men's handbags, whether that means a purse, crossbody bag, or mini backpack. I saw men's bags on the runway at Laquan Smith this season, and I honestly want every piece of his latest menswear collection—it's so incredible, functional, and high-fashion.” — Matthew Cancel, model and CEO of Cancel Communications
ASOS Design x LaQuan Smith Leather Crossbody Bag with Check Panel $95.00 $29.00
Statement Studs
“Hoops will always be a staple, but the button stud has made a comeback. Vintage-inspired shapes have been all over street style and the runway. I'm personally obsessed with statement studs because they are the perfect earrings that take you from day to night.” — Marissa Galante Frank, fashion director of beauty and women's accessories at Bloomingdale's
Aqua Molten Button Earrings $35.00