One of my favorite things about living in New York is that I can pretend I'm wandering through a European city, cosplaying the effortless, off-duty chic of an international vacation without ever leaving downtown. You can even find cobblestone streets, historic buildings, and old-world architecture that make the fantasy easy to buy into. While I don't have any international travel plans for the foreseeable future, I've found a way to bring a bit of Europe to me this season via Michael Kors' Fall 2025 collection. Shot on location in Rome, the brand's latest campaign captures the easy sophistication of an Italian getaway with chic outerwear, fringe detailing, and sculptural bags set against iconic backdrops like the Spanish Steps and Piazza Navona. But what really caught my attention was the eyewear. From sleek cat-eye sunglasses to rich tortoiseshell opticals, each pair feels like something you'd spot on a street-style icon in Milan.
Naturally, I couldn't keep these finds to myself. I immediately messaged my fellow Who What Wear editors, Bobby Schuessler and Eliza Huber, and we decided to take these new Michael Kors eyewear styles for a spin, with each of us interpreting the collection through our own unique lens. Ahead, see how we styled our favorite pairs and brought a touch of Italian-inspired glamour to our everyday looks.
"It's finally starting to feel like fall, so I wanted to lean into one of my favorite seasons by styling an outfit full of autumnal colors and materials. Nothing says autumn like mixing and matching shades of brown—which is why I chose to wear brown tortoiseshell cat-eye sunglasses with delicate gold hardware and a tan suede bomber jacket for an early-fall day of errands and lunch with friends. I paired them with black flowy trousers, shiny leather flat mules, and my new go-to pebbled leather tote. Whenever I'm in Italy, I'm struck by everyone's effortless elegance—no one's wearing leggings or flip-flops. Italians do neutrals so well, making them feel chic rather than boring, which inspired me to keep things muted and texture-forward with suede and tortoiseshell instead of bright colors. No outfit is complete without sunglasses, and Michael Kors' styles are timeless, refined, and versatile enough to go with everything from flowy trousers to a cocktail dress. The trick is to choose your sunglasses first and build your outfit around them, adding the right hardware and tones to match your look. And don't be afraid to invest in a few fun pairs—let your eyewear steer your style." — Eliza Huber, senior editor
Like I said, sometimes Manhattan feels like a European city if you know where to look. The moment I slipped on these Michael Kors sunglasses, I felt transported to another country. Their sculpted cat-eye silhouette and subtle gold detailing add a touch of quiet confidence—they look like an accessory you'd spot on an ultra-chic woman sipping an espresso outside a café in Brera. Instead of leaning into the feminine vibe of the glasses, I gave my look a modern twist with a rich fall-coded burgundy jacket, baggy jeans, and pointy heels. The result feels polished yet effortless, offering a reminder that the right pair of sunglasses can change not just your outfit, but your entire attitude. I may be in New York, but with these shades, I'm already halfway to Italy.
"Brown is my color for fall. I'm embracing various shades—especially all styled together—to look elevated this season. This suede Michael Kors jacket is absolutely breathtaking and luxe, so I paired it with a coordinating brown turtleneck, trousers, and cool (and comfy!) retro-inspired sneakers from Michael Kors. I'm a huge accessory person, so I had to complement the look with a sleek pair of frames—both fashionable and practical. Italian style, to me, is luxurious and cool with a touch of glam, and I'm emulating that vibe through elegant and intentional outerwear and accessories. Michael Kors eyewear is synonymous with words like chic and clean, with streamlined silhouettes that add polish to a look. I'm all about accessories complementing an outfit rather than simply being a finishing touch; selecting a sleek pair of glasses to go with a refined outfit creates an intentional and directional silhouette." — Bobby Schuessler, market director
