8 Chic Fashion Trends Europeans Are Wearing Now That We’re Immediately Copying

When I think of a seasonal wardrobe refresh, I immediately imagine piling all of my clothes into bags and starting from scratch. If this is also you, think again. After taking the time to search through some of 2024's biggest runway and social media trends, I came to the realisation that many of these are items that we likely already own or are just small new additions that will have a big impact when paired with the pieces in your wardrobe. And what do all of these trends have in common? They've all stepped straight off the runways and onto the streets of Europe.

There's no need to pack your bags and book an immediate flight to Italy or the South of France though, because lately, stylish Europeans have been filling my feed with the very best street style looks from their countries and providing a source of endless style inspo. Curious as to how French women make jeans feel cool? Wondered how the Scandis are accessorising their minimalist looks? Looking for a practical winter coat with an Italian edge? You've come to the right place. I've rounded up the very best fashion trends that Europeans have already adopted and that you're about to see everywhere in the UK over the next 12 months.

To be expected, these chic outfits contain a mix of current trends, classics and those yet to be discovered by the masses, so should you be looking for an easy cold-weather look that will take you into spring too, these are the ones worth bookmarking. Keep scrolling to see which pieces are ticking our boxes, and shop them for yourself.

1. THE TREND: CUFFED JEANS

THE LOCATION: FRANCE

Style Notes: The French have a reputation for setting the style agenda, and after decades of relying on the same bouclé jacket, skinny jeans and ballet pumps combination, a new Parisian wardrobe has emerged. Looser and cooler but equally as effortless, I keep spotting turned-up, straight-leg jeans on the streets of France, and I'm more than happy to welcome the return of this '90s throwback.

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2. THE TREND: RED HOISERY

THE LOCATION: DENMARK

Style Notes: Red tights and socks were the microtrend we didn't see coming, but Scandi street style stars have perfected the look to a tee. Sure, they're all over Instagram now, but scroll back to the early adopters of the look and you'll find Copenhagen awash with all-black ensembles punctuated with red tights, as well as grey layering brought to life with pops of red accessories.

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3. THE TREND: SLINGBACKS

THE LOCATION: GERMANY

Style Notes: Looking for new ways to wear one of the biggest shoe trends of the past two seasons? We're taking notes from German influencers and editors, who are elevating the "ladylike" slingback to cool new heights. Whether you style them with bold tights, clashing colours or cosy socks, this easy-to-wear shoe is sticking around for another season (at least), and I have a feeling they're going to be incredibly popular during Fashion Month.

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4. THE TREND: A-LINE SKIRTS

THE LOCATION: FRANCE

Style Notes: It's fair to say that over the past two years, the fashion world has been divided into two camps: team mini and team maxi. For those still hotly debating the pros and cons of both, the midi skirt has now re-entered the chat, and it's a longer, fuller shape than we've seen for years. These romantic A-line skirts are reminiscent of '50s Dior, nipped in at the waist and filling out around the mid-calf. Who would have thought that one skirt could be the effortlessly elegant way to make even a plain white tee feel like couture?

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5. THE TREND: FAUX-FUR COATS

THE LOCATION: ITALY

Style Notes: It's been a chilly old winter, so naturally we would gravitate towards cosier, sumptuous fabrics to get us through the extended cold snap. Whilst we stocked up on longline wool coats here in the UK, the Italians brought out the ultra-thick, ultra-fluffy faux-fur variety that they've been wearing for generations. Just take a look at Sciuraglam to see how Milan's most stylish nonnas have influenced the next generation of polished dressers.

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6. THE TREND: BUSINESS-CLASS BAGS

THE LOCATION: PORTUGAL

Style Notes: Take a look at the best-selling bags of the year (so far) and you'll notice a pattern of pared-back top-handle bags that are perfect for the boardroom. No frills, no prints and certainly no bells or whistles, the Portuguese have cottoned onto the fact that a timeless bag will last a lifetime, and the more minimalist, the better, as the quiet-luxury trend continues into accessories. Expect to see plenty of totes, top-handles and shoulder bags from The Row, Little Lifner, Neous and Saint Laurent.

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7. THE TREND: TONAL COLOUR-BLOCKING

THE LOCATION: POLAND

Style Notes: It's now a well acknowledged fact that the shortcut to looking expensive doesn't have anything to do with the number of labels you wear at once, but instead comes down to colour styling. Tonal blocking always looks well put-together, especially in versatile neutrals that never go out of style. A case in point: Gosia Boy's take on spring neutrals.

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8. THE TREND: REWORKED DENIM

THE LOCATION: LONDON

Style Notes: Is it me, or has denim been a little samey lately? There's nothing wrong with a reliable pair of blue or black jeans that you can pull on with anything, but if you're looking for a wardrobe shake-up that's anything but boring, take a look at the legs of women in London. Patchwork, embellishments, tears and turn-ups, this season is all about denim that stands out from the crowd and makes jeans the focal point of the outfit, not the supporting role.

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