The Only 5 Trends You Need to Try This Fall

last updated 13 August 2019

Before we get started, let us just throw it out there—there’s a slew of gorgeous fall trends this season. While it would honestly be a dream to try every single one of them, most of us don’t have the resources to step out in the latest runway look day in and day out. Fortunately, you can master the It autumn vibe by adopting five key trends.

Below, we rounded up our “fall fashion short list,” which features the key trends and items worth testing out right now. Seriously—consider the looks coming at you and you’ll be on par with just about every major fashion girl of the moment. And who doesn’t want that, right?

Keep scrolling for our guide, featuring runway and street style images to inspire and show you how to wear each of the trends. Plus, shop each trend for every budget, too. We have a feeling you’re going to fall in love (yes, we just went there) with everything ahead.

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Your favorite jeans are getting a complete makeover this season, as designers like Miu Miu and Tome reimagined classic denim pieces featuring unique silhouettes and more interesting details like patches and raw hems.

the-only-5-trends-you-need-to-try-this-fall-1866531-1470949901 — Tome

the-only-5-trends-you-need-to-try-this-fall-1866545-1470949903 — Miu Miu

the-only-5-trends-you-need-to-try-this-fall-1866533-1470949901 — Marques'Almeida

the-only-5-trends-you-need-to-try-this-fall-1888046-1472665561 — Street Style

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Frame Denim

Nouveau Le Mix Jeans

Kendall and Bella love these jeans.

Miu Miu

Velvet-Paneled Denim Jacket

This is totally not your average denim jacket.

H&M

Regular Low Cropped Jeans

These jeans look so much higher-end than the $40 price tag suggests.

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Like Valentino, Prada, and so many more designers proved—velvet is the trend to test out this season. And there are so many ways to test out the look—whether that’s a velvet bomber, pair of booties, dress, or anything in between.

the-only-5-trends-you-need-to-try-this-fall-1866542-1470949903 — Valentino

the-only-5-trends-you-need-to-try-this-fall-1866532-1470949901 — Preen by Thornton Bregazzi

the-only-5-trends-you-need-to-try-this-fall-1866537-1470949902 — Prada

the-only-5-trends-you-need-to-try-this-fall-1888057-1472665566 — Street Style

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Opening Ceremony

Croc-Embossed Velvet Bomber Jacket

This color will pop so nicely against an all-black outfit.

Zara

Velvet Dress

We’d pair this with a cream-colored turtleneck when it gets cooler outside.

Sam Edelman

Taye Velvet Ankle Boots

Every fashion girl needs a pair of velvet booties this season.

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The simplest way to stand out? Go for your not-so-basic accessories—like a colorful pair of ankle boots or a bag with interesting details like crystals and pearls.

the-only-5-trends-you-need-to-try-this-fall-1866535-1470949902 — Gucci

the-only-5-trends-you-need-to-try-this-fall-1866539-1470949902 — Marni

the-only-5-trends-you-need-to-try-this-fall-1866534-1470949902 — Christopher Kane

the-only-5-trends-you-need-to-try-this-fall-1888051-1472665564 — Street Style

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Gucci

Padlock Mini Embellished Leather Shoulder Bag

This is the easiest way thus far to make a statement without trying.

Marni

Gold-Plated Bracelet

You can wear this bracelet to work, on the weekend, and everywhere in between.

Topshop

Portugal Limited Edition Boot

Now this is how you make a statement.

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The athleisure trend isn’t going anywhere anytime soon—just turn to Vetements, Balenciaga, and Stella McCartney for proof. Incorporate a bomber jacket, a cool pair of track pants, or sneakers into your ensemble and you’ll look like the epitome of cool.

the-only-5-trends-you-need-to-try-this-fall-1866540-1470949902 — Vetements

the-only-5-trends-you-need-to-try-this-fall-1866543-1470949903 — Balenciaga

the-only-5-trends-you-need-to-try-this-fall-1866544-1470949903 — Stella McCartney

the-only-5-trends-you-need-to-try-this-fall-1888052-1472665564 — Street Style

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Mango

Embroidered Bomber

It’s impossible to get through this season without a printed bomber.

Joseph

Two-Tone Scuba-Jersey Straight-Leg Pants

Imagine wearing these with a cool pullover on the weekend—so cute.

Vetements

Cropped Embroidered Cotton-Blend Hooded Sweatshirt

Try this hoodie with a pair of high-waisted jeans and sneakers when you're running around.

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It’s no secret that pretty, bohemian dresses are staples in the summer months, but like we saw on the runways from Etro to Roberto Cavalli, they’re actually just as prevalent when it’s cooler outside (especially layered with turtleneck sweaters and jackets).

the-only-5-trends-you-need-to-try-this-fall-1866541-1470949903 — Chloé

the-only-5-trends-you-need-to-try-this-fall-1866536-1470949902 — Roberto Cavalli

the-only-5-trends-you-need-to-try-this-fall-1866538-1470949902 — Etro

the-only-5-trends-you-need-to-try-this-fall-1888080-1472666386 — Street Style

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LPA

Dress 7

It’s the cutout details that make this dress unique.

Etro

Printed Silk Shirt

This is such an easy (and chic!) way to test out the trend.

Preen by Thornton Bregazzi

Adria Floral-Print Devoré-Chiffon Maxi Skirt

We’d pair this skirt with a sleek turtleneck sweater for work.

Which trend will you try first? Let us know in the comments below.

Bobby Schuessler is a fashion editor with over a decade of editorial experience covering shopping, style, and beauty. He's spent over seven years at Who What Wear, currently leading the market team to deliver highly covetable and convertible content. He creates data-driven shopping guides featuring top retialers like Nordstrom, Shopbop, and Net-a-Porter and is at the forefront of Who What Wear's shopping tentpole strategies, including Amazon Prime Day. He also works on branded content initiatives and appears on camera in video and shopping livestream franchises. He has also worked across a variety of other media brands and fashion retailers like Refinery29, PureWow, Men's Health, and Gilt covering commerce, trend reporting, women's and men's fashion, home, and lifestyle.