Though the shows have already come and gone in cities such as Copenhagen, Oslo, and Tokyo, officially speaking, fashion month won't begin until the festivities kick off in New York City later this week. But just because the start date is in the future doesn't mean that planning hasn't been going on for weeks—months—in preparation for the biannual event. Part of that pre-show prep is the curation of wardrobe items and outfits, all of which will be debuted on the streets of NYC, London, Milan, and Paris in the coming weeks.
To get a sneak peek at the garments, accessories, and shoes that'll be showing face throughout the month, I called on a few of the coolest dressers in the business, from content creators to editors, and asked them to share a bit about the pieces they're planning on wearing. Scroll down to find out what fashion's best dressed crowd has lined up for the next four weeks before anyone else.
Madeline Fass, Senior Market Editor, Vogue
Shop Maddie's fashion-month picks:
"I just scored The Row mesh shoes on sale and am excited to wear them during the New York shows. They strike the perfect balance of on-trend and oddly practical—they're flat after all! Plus, in a hot New York September, they're a welcomed in-between-season footwear choice when you're over sandals and not ready for something heavier."
"This tailored striped button-down from Saks Potts already got some airtime during Copenhagen Fashion Week earlier this month, and it's sure to make another appearance again soon."
Cortne Bonilla, Fashion Editor
Shop Cortne's fashion-month picks:
"I was recently, so generously, gifted this skirt from Sea and fell in love with it quickly. The styling possibilities are endless, and its flouncy, pirate-like silhouette is both edgy and elegant. I love that it can work with my chunky Prada loafers, vintage ballet flats, and a heeled mule."
"This season, I'm looking to my favorite brands for texture and details on otherwise classic silhouettes—e.g., the maxi skirt. This skirt displays movement and can be worn with a silky top or a tank, depending on the fall/winter weather of course."
"I'm a big fan of wearing pieces that do the work for me. And by that, I mean elevated and comfortable items that have such a striking detail they don't need much styling. Fuss-free comes first, especially while running around the city."
Kristen Nichols, Associate Director of Special Projects, Who What Wear
Shop Kristen's fashion-month picks:
"I'm convinced that a statement belt is the new key accessory."
"I've had my eye on these shoes ever since I spotted them in Prada's F/W 23 collection, and fashion week is the ultimate excuse to add them to my wardrobe."
"From Khaite to The Row, we're seeing more voluminous skirt shapes for fall, and I'm ready to embrace them."
Tanice Elizabeth Samuels, Content Creator
Shop Tanice's fashion-month picks:
"A small, chic bag that I can either wear as a shoulder bag or across my body for hands-free."
"My most comfortable heels for walking between shows and appointments."
"A light but eye-attracting jacket to do all the talking."
Eliza Huber, Editor, Who What Wear
Shop Eliza's fashion-month picks:
"I've been eyeing this hourglass-shaped tunic from Tory Burch's S/S 23 collection practically ever since it debuted on the runway last September, and finally, it went on sale to a big enough degree for me to buy it. The shape is incredible, and I can't wait to style it with a sheer skirt underneath to the designer's show in New York."
"I bought these in royal blue from Tibi's end-of-summer sale and cannot stop wearing them. I already have a look for fashion week planned that's a perfect mix of casual and stylish. Styling them in different, unexpected ways is going to be one of my favorite fall activities—I can already tell."
"I've been talking incessantly about Bottega Veneta's Andiamo bag for months, leading me to, at last, get my hands on one just days before NYFW from Rebag. The gold touches really do it for me, and I love how much you can fit inside of it as well as how many different ways it can be worn (as a top-handle, shoulder, or crossbody bag)."
Stephanie Broek, Fashion Writer and Consultant
Shop Stephanie's fashion-month picks:
"Ever since I saw this The Row comb necklace for the first time, I haven't been able to stop thinking about it. Unexpected and somehow, as all The Row pieces, still timeless."
"Not sure if I'm actually able to pack this Hodakova bag, as I am still saving up. I love how they upcycle vintage leather belts and turn them into the coolest bags."
"I wore these gloves during CPHFW unironically, as it was 54° in August. Gloves are my latest obsession. Such a cool styling piece and practical too."
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