The Fall '26 Trend That Makes Every Outfit Look Expensive
If there's one word to describe fall 2026, it's opulent. We've written at length about the air of opulence dominating the fashion space right now, but I've zeroed in on the one common thread that truly makes an outfit look expensive: texture. The fall collections are overflowing with textures of all kinds. Think pony hair, eel effect, velvet, jacquard, croc embossing, satin, etc. Just one of these elements is enough to make the rest of your outfit feel special, making it well worth adding to your closet.
Incorporating a textural detail is the easiest way to elevate your outfit, so I took it upon myself to curate a range of standout items at varying price points. Luckily for us, virtually every designer has a slew of gorgeous options, so we have our pick of everything from coats to bags to shoes. If you scroll on, you can expect to find stunning velvet car coats, refined satin bags, pony hair–covered jackets, luxe ostrich clutches, and chic croc-embossed boots. Oh, and The Row's eel-effect loafers I can't stop thinking about. Without further ado, below are the 35 elegant options to tap into fall's rich-texture trend.
I like everything happening here.
You would never guess this was $100.
Chartreuse is everywhere right now, and it looks even more stunning in satin.
The coat is the outfit.
Jeans just got a major upgrade.
It's a faux-fur fall.
Forever shoes.
Nights out just got so much chicer.
PSA: Mango is so good right now.
The pony hair!
Utterly chic.
This scarf elevates any outfit.
I have no words.
So rich.
A hero piece.
Prepare for compliments.
Ref is killing it lately.
This bag can be worn as a clutch, shoulder bag, or crossbody. Talk about a triple threat.
A work of art.
Okay, Zara.
I'm nowhere near over these pants.
Hello, gorgeous eel effect.
Alert—the blazer comes with this stunning scarf!
How elegant is the pony hair here?
Satin and purple? Consider me sold.
Bambi print is having a moment, and the pony hair just makes it infinitely cooler.
Meet the perfect winter bag.
The silhouette is stunning, and the velvet just takes it up a notch.
Talk about a statement skirt.
Allow me to introduce my dream loafers.
Wow.
The ostrich!
The fur collar is removable, so it's really two coats in one.
The only thing better than a leather bowling bag is a croc-embossed leather bowling bag.
I mean…
