If your fall and winter wardrobe is starting to feel a bit bland, it might be time to draw inspiration from some of the most interesting trends of the year. As you transition away from autumn, take a look at a few of the styles that made the runways at the biggest fashion shows of the year. There’s something new for every aesthetic — from boho to preppy. Check out this list for the most popular outerwear styles to enhance your wardrobe with something extra special.
Country Chic
One of the most charming trends for fall was the combination of long skirts, relaxed layers, and plaid designs. Whether you add a nude and black plaid overcoat or an a-line plaid maxi skirt in shades of brown, this style will make you look like you’re heading to your house in the English countryside. Explore waxed barn jackets to go with full skirts and checked coats that look great with knee-high boots for days when the forecast is all about rain. You’ll exude an undeniably stylish, upscale aura.
The New Boho
The boho style has undergone a ton of evolutions over the last few decades, but boho 3.0 might be the winner. Instead of traumatizing you with the early 2000s aesthetic, you’ll get a shabby chic style that’s all about new ways to do fringe, crochet, and flowy fabrics. This type of boho feels a little fresher than the paisley kimono cardigans and fringed vests of the past. Think global, urban designs with rich suede, retro florals, and faded denim washes on trench coats, dusters, and sweaters.
Denim on Denim on Denim
The Canadian tuxedo may not be your cup of tea, but designers simply cannot stop experimenting with a full denim look. Tons of labels put full-blue jean ensembles on the fall runways with mismatched denim, tonal looks, and Western-style jackets. You can keep your take on this denim trend a bit more subtle with a cropped jacket and matching split skirt, or you can choose a bolder silhouette with an oversized barn jacket draped over a denim jumpsuit. You can’t go wrong with pairing any type of denim outerwear with a cowboy boot or suede bootie.
Bring the Prep
Being preppy was incredibly popular in the late 90s and early aughts, but prep lost its groove when people turned toward maximalism and oversized clothing as the preferred aesthetic. However, prep is definitely back with ultra-sleek, dressed-up ensembles, including collared shirts under sharp blazers or chic sweaters. Full skirts paired with turtlenecks or v-necks are also popular.
You may want to stick with the classic color palette of gray, black, white, khaki, navy, and burgundy for this trend, as you can pair your new coats, jackets, and sweaters with nearly anything that’s already in your closet.
Cherry Bomb
If you’re looking for more subtle ways to update your wardrobe for the season, you might consider a pop of color that’s making a big splash in accessories and clothing details. Burgundy, cherry, and oxblood are everywhere! From jacket lining and sweater knits to scarves and shoes, you’ll see that claret hue creating a point of interest in a variety of different looks.
This color choice looks best with other dark colors, including black and navy. Make your color pop even more interesting when you choose pieces that have unique textures, like stippled leather, furry velvet, or soft suede.
Studded Styles
You can attribute the resurgence of stud details to the return of the boho aesthetic. Another subtle element in a variety of clothing and accessories that’s taking center stage, studs can be found on belts, jackets, bags, boots, and so much more. Find studs on jacket styles, like motos and barn jackets, that match your favorite jewelry so you can twin your go-to silver earrings or gold bangles and highlight all the metal in your outfit at the same time. Make sure your zippers and button details are also the same color to ensure a cohesive, thoughtful ensemble.
Leopard Roars
Mob-wife fall has turned into mob-wife winter with leopard prints from some of the biggest designers, including Dior and Steve Madden. While animal prints can be incredibly divisive on the runway, these designers made a successful go of it by balancing the bold design with other pieces that have big personalities. Whether you’re pairing a leopard print dress with a black leather duster or a full-sleeve leopard trench coat with dark, wide-leg denim pants, don’t forget to throw on the oversized sunglasses and red lipstick for the complete mob-wife aesthetic.
Find Your Faves
Since many of these outerwear pieces are standalone styles that act as the showstopper of your outfit, you have a chance to experiment with a few different aesthetics. You can also use the other pieces of your ensemble to style a few of the more versatile jackets and sweaters to lean toward one trend or another. Play around with these bold recommendations to find your style!
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