I Just Styled This Season’s Most Trending Luxury Items—These Are the 7 Worth Your Investment

Welcome to The Great Try-On. With autumn 2025 well and truly in the air, we seized the opportunity to try on some of the best new-in pieces from some of your favourite brands, documenting the process along the way. We believe that the best way to shop online is to see an item IRL and to read candid reviews, so we hope that this leads you to your most successful purchases of the year.

In my humble (read: expert fashion editor) opinion, there is no better time to invest in your wardrobe, than at the beginning of autumn. This is especially true if you're looking to make a few luxury purchases. Let me explain why: September is one of, if not the most pivotal moments of the fashion calendar. First of all, it's obviously the start of the autumn/winter season—a moment when the trends for the next six months, if not longer, really begin to emerge and cement. Within the industry, it's the time when we start to see which microtrends and cult pieces people actually want to invest in—the predictions from February that will manifest, and those that won't. It's also just culturally a time of 'new beginnings', there's a feeling of a fresh start that comes alongside that 'back to school' mood. As such, it's a significant time for publications to release their fashion issues, in which they forecast the season ahead.

There's also of course the weather, which seems almost cliché to point out, but it does have an impact. After months of wearing barely anything, we're always ready to get back into our wardrobes with full looks of layers, textures and a multitude of different occasions to dress for.

Because of all this, there's no better time to make carefully calculated investments, because if you're going to spend a little more on a bag, a coat or a cardigan, you want to ensure you have the most time to wear it, right? But, this begs the question: what should we really be buying? We want to look fashion-forward, being ahead of the season's trends, but also yearn for longevity, wearability and versatility. But that's where I step in! I went out and tried on multiple different luxury items, so I could report back and tell you which were the best for the season ahead. From the top trending trainers by Loewe to the most lavish and lovely suede and leather jackets from Róhe and Toteme, these cult luxury items are the ones I think are worth your time (and money). Consider me your fashion fairy godmother, and you can thank me later!

The Best Luxury Buys for Autumn 2025, As Tried and Reviewed By an Editor:

1. The Investment Piece: Toteme Suede Coat

My Review: We've spoken about suede jackets and coats mutliple times in the last few weeks on Who What Wear. Because, despite every autumn always bringing us a variety of sumptuous suede styles, this year the offering feels stronger and more compelling than ever. Toteme's suede coat is a true investment piece, but is the absolute definition of timelessness. Its soft creamy-beige hue will see you wear it in early spring, and it has a neat yet slightly boxy fit that feels a little reminiscent of Jennifer Anniston (read: Rachel Green) in the late '90s. It's made from 100% calf leather, has welt pockets, a rounded collar and an ever so slightly oversized fit—which is great for fitting a jumper underneath.

Pros: It's simply stunning, and won't fail to achieve compliments. I'm careful in my considerations for recommending products that are a higher price point, but this coat really does feel and look like its price tag.
Cons: The cream colour is definitely a little risky, please don't be drinking any black Americano coffees whilst wearing this! It's also, ultimately, a suede coat, so is not going to keep you warm in the coldest months. But for September and early October, as well as April and May, this will be a stand-out piece.

2. The Perfect Tailored Trousers: Róhe

My Review: What would the autumn season be without tailored trousers? And as a matter of fact, tailoring in general! I know when we talk about tailored pants, we often think of a working wardrobe, but I really think sartorial styling is incredibly sexy, and is just as good worn for dinner dates or drinks as it is in an office environment. So, it was important to me to find the very best of luxury's tailored trousers when curating this list. Róhe's grey trousers here are the best I tried on. Granted, they're long, but I'm happy to have my tailoring altered to achieve the best fit. The waistband is just over an inch, which is slightly more generous than your usual tailored pants, and I think makes a real difference to the silhouette and fit that outlines the body. It also means you can wear it with a thicker belt—I can't stand it when my belt loops don't fit my favourite belts! The pleated detail at the sides of the hips also helps flatter the form. At 98% wool, 2% elastane, they feel soft with some slight movement, without being too hot—perfect for these more transitional 'in-between' weather days.

Pros: The trousers also have a matching blazer and waistcoat, so if you love them as much as me you could also purchase the full set. Other advantages are the pleated detail on the sides, and a aforementioned generous depth on the waistband.
Cons: They're incredibly long—great for those who are 5ft10, but those with a shorter stature will need to have them altered.

3. The It Bag: Loewe Flamenco

My Review: It's hard to land on the ultimate It bag, because really it depends on your needs and style. After careful consideration though, as well as testing a few different options, I landed on the Loewe Flamenco. Why? Well, with Jonathan Anderson's departure from the brand, and the Flamenco being one of his signature designs, there's icon status automatically given here, and who knows how long it will be available under the house's new leadership. But in a more practical sense, when trying out and carrying the different styles from a range of brands, this is the bag that felt the most customisable. With different straps and handles that are already part of the design (the side two drawstring-style handles on either side, as well as the attachable crossbody strap), as well as the multitude of chain straps that can be purchased separately, the Flamenco just felt like it was the most personal to the buyer. The most bespoke. What's more is the size. I road tested all the options, I loved the larger one with a shoulder strap–perfect for a laptop, by the way—but the medium felt like the most versatile; both a clutch for the evening, but a casual day bag when worn crossbody or with the attached shoulder-length chain. Also, the Loewe Puzzle has reigned supreme for a long time, and I think this is the next to take its place.

Pros: Very customisable with different straps, depending on needs and style. Lovely soft supple leather that I think will only get better with age. Comes in every colour under the sun, and some!
Cons: Less practical internally, only the larger style has compartments.

4. The Hero Staple: Róhe Leather Jacket

My Review: This jacket has probably been the most talked about leather item in our office in the last few weeks, so when tasked with doing the luxury try-on, this was top of my list. My word, it didn't disappoint. First of all, a little anecdote for you. Before I'd got to the Róhe rail in Selfridges, I was looking at other leather jackets by other luxury brands, the sales assistant actually pointed me in the direction of this one, saying "if you're looking for a leather jacket, I have a stunning one that is a more attainable price," before guiding me to this guy. I know what you're thinking, £800 isn't exactly cheap, but for luxury leather? It's not so bad. I can't not mention these gorgeous toggle ties—really the detail that makes this jacket not just a leather jacket.

Pros: It's made with the softest, most supple leather. It also comes in other fabrics and colours, I love the cream wool one too, which has a higher neckline. The fit is also very accurate—not tight, not oversized.
Cons: The leather, like a lot of leather, quite easily scratches. But perhaps this sense of aging will add to the overall look.

5. The Ultimate Denim: Toteme Jeans

My Review: Everyone that has worn denim knows how it feels when a pair of jeans just fit. It's possibly the hardest category of clothing to shop for, which is why knowing those fail-safe brands is key. Toteme denim is a favourite for the Who What Wear team and its audience. These particular Toteme Low Straight-Leg Denim Jeans are a great everyday, classic style. The fit? Perfection. They come in true to size (with sizing coming as waist sizes, i.e. 26, 27, 28 etc), they hug at the hips so neatly, without feeling too tight and lie at the ideal place on the body. They're marked as 'low', but they're not actually low waist, just lower than your usual high-waist fit, which is ideal for those who fear the comeback of trousers slung below or on the hip bones.

Pros: The biggest pro is definitely the fit, as mentioned, as well as the general quality and feel. They're breathable, and have a slight stretch, without being made with so much elastic that they make you sweat. I also really like the wash colour, this mid-to-light wash feels fresh without being summery.
Cons: For my 5ft3 height, the length is just o-k. If you're a similar height as me, and happy to wear shoes with a slight heel, or even wear them a little baggy, then fine, but if you're more petite or fairly tall, the length probably won't work for you.

6. The Cult Sneaker: Loewe Ballet Runner 2.0

My Review: Loewe sneakers have been on my radar for a while. Long gone are the days of the chunky trainer or the 'dad sneaker'—we want this slimmer silhouette these days. This category is a competitive one, with Miu Miu also giving it a run for its money and Dries Van Noten's leather trimmed style garnering more and more popularity. The Loewe Ballet Runner 2.0 just clinches it though, with it's fresh take on its original silhouette, the Ballet Runner, it has a slightly curved toe that feels a little culty and cool.

Pros: Comfortable, comes in multiple colourways and has a slightly 'fresher' take on the classic slender trainer shape.
Cons: There are parts of this sneaker that make it feel a little unfinished, like the exposed internal sponge on the top of the tongue.

7. The Chicest Knit: Toteme Cardigan

My Review: In case you missed it, grey is the colour to invest in for autumn. Especially so for knitwear. Of course, there are multiple grey knits out there right now, but what I think allows this Toteme to take first prize, is that it's a cardigan with a collar. It gives it something a little different. It's 100% cashmere, so you just know how soft it feels, and it hangs beautifully on the body. I'm a size 12, and am wearing a medium here. There's no gaping between the buttons, it finishes just on the hips, I would say it's a slightly oversized fit, but is fine enough that I could tuck into a high waisted skirt if I wanted to.

Pros: Lovely tortoise shell buttons, comes in multiple colours including black and cream.

Cons: I'm not sure that you could really consider this a con, but because this style has a collar, it does make it slightly less restrictive on the ways of wearing it. Cashmere also has a tendency to stretch slightly as you wear it, so I also worry a little that this oversized fit would get even bigger after wear. If you like a neat look, go for a size down to your usual.

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