6 New York Fashion Week Street-Style Looks to Try This Fall

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Fashion month is great for people who like to think ahead; you can preview what’s coming next season and start planning your wardrobe in advance. But it’s also great for those of us who are—how can I put this?—live-in-the-moment-type folk. Why? Because while some fashion lovers are trend forecasting based on the runways, you can get an idea of what’s hot right now based on what people are wearing in the streets.

This New York Fashion Week, that’s exactly what I did. In between shows, previews, and meetings, I surveyed the sidewalks to see what fellow fashion insiders were wearing to said shows, previews, and meetings. The results did not disappoint. Ahead, see six street-style outfits to make your own this fall.


Modern Minimalist

Person walking on the sidewalk wearing a white shirt, wide-leg jeans, and sunglasses, with people and luggage in the background.

Valentina Valdinoci

I love when people get back to basics. Here’s proof that a white poplin shirt and crisp denim are infallible. Accessorize with jewelry, shoes, and a shoulder bag, then finish off the look with a pair of flat-top sunglasses for a touch of trendiness in an otherwise timeless ensemble.

Making a Statement

Woman in stylish clothing with a white top and black pants, standing by an ornate black gate.

Valentina Valdinoci

Capris forever! This is one fashion comeback that I hope never fades away. This street-style trendsetter artfully paired her sleek pedal pushers with a voluminous top that pulls focus without stealing the show.

Wild at Heart

Woman wearing a snake-print coat, jeans, and sunglasses, holding a brown bag while standing on a city street.

Francesca Babbi

Sometimes, you just need one key piece to build your entire wardrobe around. Good outerwear is like that. You can stick to staples everywhere else, like your go-to white camisole and favorite pair of jeans, and let the jacket be the moment.

Proportion Play

Woman in a stylish outfit with a knotted top and wide-leg pants, standing against a decorative building.

Valentina Valdinoci

Throw all those old-fashioned rules right out the window. You could dress for your body type, but you certainly don’t have to. These days, anything done with intention and good taste is fair play. Pair a billowing pair of pants with an oversize tunic for a look that is as breezy as it is chic.

Fringe Factor

Woman in a sheer white top and fringed brown skirt, wearing sunglasses and holding a small black handbag.

Vincenzo Grillo

Your fringe doesn’t have to be suede, but the two do go together quite nicely. Something about fall always inspires western influences; it’s simply a fact. So, this autumn, consider adding movement and flair to your everyday outfits with a pop of fringe.

Set Match

Woman in a stylish brown suede outfit smiling while walking across a crosswalk, holding a small black handbag.

Valentina Valdinoci

If denim-on-denim is called a Canadian tuxedo, what’s suede-on-suede? While we workshop that, allow me to point out that suede is the unofficial fabric of fall, making this season the perfect time to indulge in a matching set.


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