Fall 2025 Fashion Trends

Fall is when fashion gets real, layers come out, textures mix, and your personal style has a chance to shine. This season, it's all about juxtaposition: masculine tailoring with soft silhouettes, luxe textures like suede and silk paired with unexpected pops of glitter, and color combos that feel both bold and refined.

Designers are giving us strong shoulder pads, bow-tied blouses, and a fresh take on statement jewelry, think loud luxury, layered bracelets, and resin bangles stacked over your knitwear. And when it comes to shoes, we’re seeing everything from retro track sneakers in rich suede to tall suede boots and heels worn with colored tights.

From bubble-hem skirts and sheer layers to animal print shoes and drape coat outerwear, this season is a masterclass in mixing the elegant with the unexpected. Whether you're into bohemian romanticism or tailored minimalism, fall 2025 has something that'll make you feel like the flyest version of yourself.

Let’s break down the textures, silhouettes, colors, shoes, and accessories that will upgrade your fall wardrobe, and more importantly, make you feel something.

Colors of the Season

The hues of Fall '25 are rich, unexpected, and anything but boring. According to NYC Fashion Week and Pantone, here are the colors you need to pay attention to:

Chocolate Brown – Pantone’s color of the year is Mocha Mousse. Brown is the new black. Wear it head to toe in different textures like suede, leather, and knits. It’s warm, rich, and incredibly flattering.
Deep Royal Purple – Often overlooked, this moody jewel tone is having a moment. Try a monochrome purple look with a lime green bag for contrast.
Chartreuse Green – A zesty mix of yellow and green. Chartreuse paired with brown = magic.
Poppy Red & Burgundy – Try these in accessories or statement shoes. Red + brown? Don’t be afraid.
Muted Orange & Chili Oil – Spicy, warm, and surprisingly wearable.
Winterberry, Baby Pink, and Lemongrass – Soft yet bold enough to make a statement.

I've been waiting for this Tuckernuck cashmere sweater to come back in stock!

Textures & Fabrics to Layer On

Fall fashion is all about depth, literally and visually. Here's what to add to your wardrobe:

Suede – The MVP texture of the season. From jackets to shoes to bags, suede gives everything a luxe, polished edge.
Silks & Satins – Add softness and shine to your wool and suede. Great for dresses, skirts, and blouses. I have silk pants in every color! It's my signature look.
Velvet – Ultra-luxurious. Look for it in coats, shoes, and even nails (hello, velvet nails trend!).
Glitter Fabrics – Instead of sequins, designers like Miu Miu, Tory Burch, and Louis Vuitton are weaving sparkle directly into fabric. Elegant under flash.
Luxe Knitwear – Think cashmere, mohair, and merino wool, pieces that feel like a hug but look like a million bucks. My best sweaters are from Sezane.
Sheer Layers – Skirts, dresses, and overlays that let you show skin while staying seasonally appropriate.

Key Silhouettes & Shapes

Some of the best trends this fall are all about structure and exaggeration:

Strong Shoulders & Masculine Tailoring – Blazers, coats, and shirts with power shoulders bring drama and confidence.
Balloon Pants – The funkier, the better. A playful but elevated update to wide-leg trousers. I was so excited to buy a pair!
Bubble Hem Skirts – Back and bolder than ever. My mom got one.
Cinched Belts – Belts over coats, dresses, and blazers, the ultimate waist-defining accessory. I have two posts on designer quiet luxury belts: one and two.
Flowy Dresses & Bow-Tie Blouses – Soft, romantic, and perfect for layering.

Wild Prints

Go bold or go home:

Animal Prints – Cow, leopard, and snake mostly showing up in shoes and accessories.
Fawn (Deer) Print – An unexpected soft touch that still makes a statement.

Outerwear Edit

Make your coats count, they’re your most visible layer!

Max Mara – Still the gold standard for luxury coats.
Suede Jackets
Cropped Trenches
Draped Coats & Cape Coats
Faux Fur Jackets
Leather Blazers – Sharp, structured, essential.
Hybrid Scarves (built into coats)

Shoe Game

Fall shoes are all about texture and personality:

Suede Boots – Chocolate brown, plum, burgundy… can’t decide? You need them all.
Retro Sneakers – Especially suede. The Adidas SL 72 is still hot, and they just re-released the maroon pair.
Heels + Colored Tights – A bold and fun way to brighten up colder days.
Satin Shoes & Exotic Textures
Boat Shoes
Mary Jane Ballet Flats
Hybrid Sneakers – Elevated comfort.
Ballet Sneakers – Trendy but not ideal for adults.

Suede boots - I can't decide which color to get?

plum

Suede Sneakers in chocolate brown or burgundy. I'm trying to decide between these three.

The Adidas SL 72

Jewelry & Accessories

Loud luxury is in, stack it up!

Chunky Beaded Necklaces – DIY or designer.
Resin Bangles & Chunky Bracelets – Layer them over sweaters.
Fish Necklaces – Yep, it’s a thing. From fishbowls to skeletons.
Brooches – Loewe has some fun ones.
Oversized Aviator Sunglasses – Dramatic and cool.
Slouchy Oversized Bags & Fringe Bags
The Structural Hat

I made my own this summer because stores are overpricing them!

Fish Necklaces

This summer sardines on clothes was popular in Europe. Now I'm seeing fish on necklaces everywhere!

fish bowl

double sided fish

mixing beads with a fish skeleton

Oversized aviator sunglasses are on trend and make such a statement! I got this pair. Quay also sells a beautiful pair. Free People has another version.

Broaches are popular. I used to never be a fan of them but I like this one from Loewe.

Slouchy oversized bags - Coach is back with the perfect suede version!

Fall Nail Trends

Your nails can say just as much as your outfit. What’s in:

Nude Pinky Browns – Try OPI’s Barefoot in Barcelona and Zoya’s Marcia.
Velvet Nails
Cat Eye Brown Nails
Lavender Milk Nails
Playful Prints – Cow print, tortoise, and more.
Oxblood Red – A seasonal classic.

I'm wearing nude pinky browns and warm roses in September, these are my two favorite colors:

OPI Barefoot in Barcelona

Zoya Marcia

Designers to Know (and Avoid)

🔥 On the Rise

Miu Miu – Trendsetter, especially with their NB sneaker collab.
ALAÏA – Clean lines, beautiful craftsmanship.
The Row – Minimalist perfection.
Chloe – Western influence is back, maybe inspired by Cowboy Carter?
Hermès – Always in.
Loewe – Exaggerated sunglasses and playful luxury.
YSL – Loving their moss green bags this fall.
Schiaparelli – Art-meets-fashion at its finest.
Van Cleef – Still dominating statement jewelry.

❌ Falling Off

Gucci– Sales down 25% and momentum slowing.
Loro Piana– The brand is cooling off amid controversy of labor exploitation.
Off White – Hasn’t found its footing since Virgil Abloh’s passing.
Balmain – Facing multiple controversies and losing relevance.

Final Thoughts

Fall fashion is a fly bitch sport, it’s where you get to be creative, layered, and completely unapologetic about your style. Whether you lean into masculine tailoring, soft romance, or loud accessories, there’s no wrong way to show up this season, as long as you do it intentionally.

And remember, suede sneakers > canvas. Brown is the new black. And if you're wearing chartreuse, you're already ahead of the game. Pair it with your favorite fall fragrance.

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