Scandi Style Is Inspiring My Autumn Wardrobe—7 Stylish Looks I'm Copying to Look Chic

Scandi girls know how to assemble a chic outfit—I've found seven I know I'll wear on repeat this autumn.

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If there's one fashion set I'm constantly looking to for fashion inspiration, it's the Scandis. There's just something about their aesthetic that is so irresistible: minimalist yet always with an irreverent touch, polished yet effortless, on-trend yet rooted in classic pieces. Now, with the start of a new season, it only makes sense that my favourite Scandi influencers are the first source I turn to for fresh outfit inspiration for autumn/winter 2025.

@nnennaechem wearing a pinstripe skirt, turtleneck jumper and a leopard print bag

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Whilst I often think of my favourite Scandi outfits as being almost intimidatingly cool, it turns out most of the best looks are surprisingly easy to re-create with pieces that may very well be lurking in your capsule wardrobe. This is largely because so many of the looks centre around what we generally consider to be fashion "staples". I know this term means different things to different people but, in the interest of streamlining, I'm referencing trend-proof pieces such as a crisp white shirt, tailored trousers and long coats, to name just a few.

Throw in a few current-feeling accessories—leopard print is still going strong—and you'll have a sleek, Scandi-approved outfit at your disposal. Need further proof? Scroll on for my top picks of seven effortlessly cool Scandi outfits I plan on copying this season.

7 Scandi-Girl Outfits I'm Into for Autumn

1. Shirt + Jumper + Pinstripe Trousers

@_jeanettemadsen_ wearing pinstripe trousers, jumper and shirt

(Image credit: @_jeanettemadsen_)

Style Notes: This is the kind of elegant yet effortless look that could work for so many different occasions, whether you're headed to the office or to a weekend dinner. Every element is a classic item that you can easily work into plenty of other looks. Win-win.

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2. Jumper + Jeans + Trench + Colour-Pop Trainers

@ amaka.hamelijnck wearing a jumper, jeans, trench and yellow trainers

(Image credit: @amaka.hamelijnck)

Style Notes: From my research, it seems that the key to a cool Scandi look is taking a simple, casual outfit—like jeans and a jumper—and giving it a playful spin by throwing in an unexpected accessory. In this case, it's all about the pop of colour, courtesy of a statement trainer.

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3. White Jeans + Long Coat + Converse + Leopard-Print Bag

@anoukyve wearing white jeans, converse, long grey coat and holding a leopard print bag

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Style Notes: When it comes to everyday outfits, nothing is more effortlessly elevated than white denim. Keep it clean and classic by pairing your jeans with a long grey coat and some always-in-style Converse, but throw in a leopard bag to keep things interesting and Scandi-approved.

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4. Striped Shirt + Trousers + Wool Coat

@nnennaechem wearing a striped shirt, tailored trousers and long coat

(Image credit: @nnennaechem)

Style Notes: One of the things I love about Scandi style is how they always make classic pieces feel fresh. A striped shirt, tailored trousers and a long, camel coat are all timeless items, but styled like this, they seem so current. Sign me up.

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5. Pleated Miniskirt + Roll-Neck Jumper + Loafers

@maryljean wearing a pleated mini skirt, red jumper and loafers with socks

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Style Notes: Miniskirts and pleated skirts are two important skirt trends for 2025, and this look ticks off both. Plus, red has proven to be an extremely popular colour over the past few years, and something tells me it's not going anywhere any time soon. All to say, this look is super on-trend without trying too hard. Perfection.

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6. Faux-Fur Jacket + Wide-Leg Jeans + Loafers

@annabelrosendahl wearing a faux fur coat, wide-leg jeans and loafers

(Image credit: @annabelrosendahl)

Style Notes: Didn't jump on the faux-fur coat trend in last year? Get into it in 2025. As Annabel Rosendahl proves above, the fuzzy jacket can give sleek minimalism rather than OTT Old Hollywood glamour—you just have to dress it down with the right pieces.

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7. Column Skirt + Matching Blazer + Strappy Heels

@iliridakrasniqi wearing a white blazer and skirt

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Style Notes: This is the look I'm planning on re-creating for my next evening event. It's elegant, understated and timeless: all my favourite things.

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Jess Kelham-Hohler
Freelance Fashion Editor

Jess Kelham-Hohler is a freelance writer, editor and content strategist. She has been a contributor for Who What Wear UK since 2023. Currently based in London following six years in Washington D.C. and New York, she was previously the Digital Editor for Soho House & Co, an international group of private members’ clubs for creatives. She has interviewed a range of artists, creators and more, including Alighieri founder Rosh Mahtani, photographer Misan Harriman and fashion editor Lindsay Peoples Wagner. Today, she writes primarily about fashion, travel and culture for various publications, and has worked as a copywriter and content strategist for brands such as Belstaff, Olivela and Equinox.

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