The reviews are already in from the Spring 2026 collections shown across New York, London, Milan and Paris fashion weeks. And where critics might have focused on topics like ingenuity, showmanship and whether or not designers respect women; buyers have one primary concern: What will sell next …
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Jennifer Lawrence is taking her styling cues straight from the spring 2026 runway.
Today, the actor was spotted walking in New York City, dressed for the brisk weather in a long, off-white embroidered house coat and a bright red scarf, which she wore over a white T-shirt and loose black trousers. In lieu of her recent favorite bags—among them, her zebra-printed Fendi backpack, leopard Prada tote, and Loewe bowling bag—Lawrence opted for a tried-and-true classic: a black Hermès Kelly.
Instead of keeping her bag in pristine, museum-level condition, Lawrence wore her top-handle bag with abandon, leaving the gold hardware unclasped so it hung wide open. It’s a styling choice she surely saw on Jonathan Anderson’s inaugural Dior womenswear runway just over a week ago. Anderson wasn’t alone in showing a pickpocket-friendly format: Matthieu Blazy sent the classic Chanel flaps down the runway flung open, too.
The actor isn’t the only one who opted for this styling. Earlier this month, ahead of her own spring 2026 show in Paris, Victoria Beckham toted her Kelly in a similarly nonchalant fashion. One can imagine that Jane Birkin—whose namesake bag was always overflowing and covered in stickers—would approve of both her and Jennifer Lawrence’s choices.
Autumn is here and it is that golden-hour season where the air turns crisp, the coffee turns pumpkin-spiced, and your wardrobe officially gets its annual glow-up. This year, fall fashion isn’t about blending in with beige knits and boring boots. It’s about making headlines with bold textures, unexpected layers, and nostalgic nods.
So, pack away those summer slides and let’s talk about the 8 autumn style trends that are stealing the spotlight this season.
Move aside, neutrals because red is the new black. From cherry to wine, every shade of red is dominating runways and streetwear alike. It’s bold, confident, and impossible to ignore. If you’re slipping into a scarlet trench coat or pairing ruby heels with denim, red adds instant drama.
Style tip: Pair a monochrome red outfit with gold accessories for a fiery statement that’s equal parts chic and rebellious.
Say goodbye to cropped jackets because maxi coats are sweeping back into fashion. These floor-grazing beauties are equal parts cosy and commanding. Think oversized silhouettes, soft wool, and exaggerated lapels.
Style tip: Let your coat do the talking, wear it over a fitted turtleneck and straight trousers to keep the proportions balanced.
The preppy aesthetic is back and it’s not just for school uniforms. Think plaid skirts, cable-knit vests, crisp shirts, and loafers, all styled with a playful twist. It’s Ivy League meets downtown cool.
Style tip: Mix academia with attitude. Pair a structured blazer with chunky boots or add a pop of colour to your pleated skirt moment.
This autumn, we’re turning up the shine. Metallic fabrics are everywhere, from silver midi skirts to gold bomber jackets. These pieces catch the light (and everyone’s attention) without feeling too “New Year’s Eve.”
Style tip: Keep your metallics daytime-friendly by pairing them with matte textures. Think silver skirt + oversized knit sweater = perfection.
Think understated opulence; clean lines, quality fabrics, and minimalist silhouettes that whisper, not shout. Cashmere, silk, and structured leather are the key players here. The “old money” aesthetic continues to reign, but with modern tailoring and warm, neutral tones.
Style tip: Invest in timeless pieces like a camel coat, crisp white shirt, and leather loafers as they’ll carry you through every autumn for years.
No fall is complete without plaid, but this year, designers are remixing it with brighter hues and bolder scales. Oversized checks, tartan trousers, and patchwork blazers bring this classic pattern back with a contemporary punch.
Style tip: Mix prints fearlessly as plaid pairs surprisingly well with stripes or florals when kept in the same colour family.
Leather is having a major fashion moment. But now it’s softer in texture and pastel in shade. Think blush leather trenches or olive-green pants. It’s edgy but elevated.
Style tip: Balance the sheen with cosy knits or denim to make your leather look autumn-ready instead of night-out-only.
This season, accessories are the main event. Supersized scarves, cable-knit sweaters, and textured layers are bringing cosy couture to the streets. Knits are chunkier, sleeves are longer, and scarves are practically blankets and we’re not mad about it.
Style tip: Go for a tonal knit-on-knit look in creams or greys for a high-fashion, low-effort autumn vibe.
This fall is all about contrasts where bold meets subtle, classic meets futuristic. If you’re draping yourself in fiery reds or wrapping up in oversized knits, the message is clear: individuality is the season’s biggest trend. Forget playing it safe; mix eras, play with proportions, and own your autumn story.
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The year of the pendant necklace continues. Throughout this year into the summer, fashion people were suddenly wearing the elegant long necklace trend with everything from basic tank tops and jeans to dressy blouses and skirts all the time. This was due to runway shows like Chloé and Ralph Lauren, which encouraged the fashion set to reconsider boho-chic accessories, such as pendant necklaces. In 2026, we expect them to get even bigger.
The boho-chic trend is now trending on the runways of New York Fashion Week’s spring 2026 season, and it’s got a very new look. It seems traveling chic without compromising functionality is the throughline of the runway show’s take on the pendant necklace. Michael Kors, for instance, debuted wallet necklaces in its looks, while Coach’s necklaces were designed to resemble abstract stones. Tory Burch also created an interesting rendition of a pouch pendant with beaded details, and TWP took them to the ultimate level of functional fashion with a large wallet necklace and a glasses chain. Clearly, pendant necklaces—functional and nonfunctional—are going to be everywhere by spring 2026.
Keep scrolling to see all the renditions of a functional pendant necklace trend from this season of New York Fashion Week and get some inspiration on how to style it.
Mini pouches around as a necklace wasn’t on my bingo card for a fashion week trend, but fashion has a way of surprising you. This was elegantly executed, in my humble opinion. I’m excited to see all the ways the fashion set will style this trend.
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Gone are the days of wearing sweats and large carriers at the airport—it’ll be all about wallet pendant necklaces and chic travel ensembles. Getting dressed is so back for spring 2026.
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More wallet pendants and even a glasses chain were included in TWP’s spring 2026 runway. These accessory touches were minimal yet effective and chic in my book.
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