After the temperatures dropped this week, you might have immediately started Googling "puffer coats", but one jacket I keep spotting everywhere this week is the brown leather jacket. As the softer alternative to classic black, this vintage-inspired style has well and truly found its way into the wardrobes of fashion people and celebrities alike, and it’s not hard to see why.

Whether you go for an oversized, worn-in bomber or a polished, fitted style, it’s one of those pieces that works with pretty much everything. Throw it on with your favourite jeans! Layer it over a dress ! Or, pair it with tailored trousers and a chunky knit for an easy, cold-weather look. Basically, if you’ve been thinking about adding a new jacket to your wardrobe, this might just be the one. Don't believe me? Ask Rosie Huntingdon-Whiteley.

When the model and entrepreneur stepped out this week in a cropped leather bomber in a luxe shade of reddish chestnut, I was immediately convinced that it was the jacket alone that made her simple pair of grey tailored trousers feel really special. Similarly, when Lori Harvey was photographed at a store opening in NYC on the very same night, her glossy brown jacket was the focal point in a pared-back, monochrome look.

Given just how big rich, chocolate brown has been for the last couple of winters, it was only a matter of time before the trend translated to leather jackets too, and if you're tired of suede, not into faux fur and looking for something that you can just as easily wear for evening as you can for a casual weekend, you might want to consider a sleek brown leather jacket. Black leather will never be "out", but brown leather feels like the rock and roll girl's more elevated and elegant big sister.

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As someone who wears jeans nearly every single day, I'm not usually one to suggest swapping denim for something else. But every now and then, an outfit comes along that makes me reconsider my loyalties. This week, that outfit belonged to Elsa Hosk, who got me thinking that it might be time to trade blue jeans for a pair of cropped kick-flare trousers right about now.

Styling her ankle-skimming pair with a fur-trimmed jacket and sleek slip-on flats, Hosk crafted one of the chicest everyday outfits I've come across this season. Against the plush volume of her statement coat, the cropped hemline brought a sense of lightness to her outfit, keeping the look from feeling too heavy. Had she opted for a floor-skimming pair, the proportions might have felt a little weighed down. Instead, the subtle kick-flare shape and ankle-baring finish gave the outfit a more relaxed feel, whilst allowing her elegant flats to take centre stage. The backless mule style was a particularly clever choice, too, creating an uninterrupted line through the foot and helping to offset the leg-shortening effect that cropped trousers can sometimes have.

Offering much of the same unfussy energy as your favourite jeans, but with a slightly more polished finish, kick-flare trousers are an easy alternative for days when denim starts to feel a little tired. Comfortable, uncomplicated and versatile, they're just as easy to build an everyday outfit around. So, if you're looking to give your usual jeans-and-flats combination a refresh, this is a trouser trend worth considering.

If you're inspired, read on to shop the kick-flare trousers and slip-on flats below.

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There's something about the arrival of winter, be it the longer nights that call for candlelit evenings, the chilly days that demand sumptuous wool and cashmere, or the natural shift towards richer colours and textures as the temperature drops, that makes indulging in daily luxuries feel all the more necessary.

Whatever the reason, I'm always compelled to bring a little more decadence into my daily rotation at this time of year, and that extends to my styling choices, too. Whilst velvet, silk and satin tend to be reserved for special occasions, I think there's something so chic about working these luxurious fabrics into everyday outfits. This season, my favourite way to do so is with a pair of satin mules worn with jeans.

I've always found that satin's glossy finish lends denim a more elevated feel, bringing a polish to an otherwise simple outfit without looking fussy. Now, having spotted Elsa Hosk out in the very pairing, I'm even more convinced.

Styling her jeans with navy satin flats, Elsa showed just how much this shoe trend can smarten up denim. She finished the look with a leopard-print trench coat, adding another layer of texture and interest without compromising the outfit's laid-back feel. Between the lustrous satin and the statement print, the look felt luxurious, whilst her simple blue jeans kept everything grounded and wearable.

In my opinion, satin mules are an underrated way to make blue jeans look more sophisticated than they would with leather or suede flats. If you're looking for a low-effort way to give your everyday outfits a more considered feel this winter, I'd start here.

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As we move into the coldest months, I always think it's worth taking a fresh look at your everyday colour palette. A few considered swaps can be enough to breathe new life into your rotation, and as someone who wears blue jeans nearly every day, I've been on a personal mission to find the winter colour trends that pair best with my favourite denim.

Thankfully, Elsa Hosk seems to be on the same page. Spotted styling blue jeans three different ways, she offered up some inspiration for the colours worth adding to my own rotation this season. From an understated neutral to an unexpected shade, these are the three winter colour trends I'm taking my cues from Elsa to wear with jeans right now.

3 Winter Colour Trends That Go With Blue Jeans

1. Mole + Blue Jeans

Style Notes: An understated neutral that feels more unexpected than the usual black, beige or grey, mole is a winter colour trend I think deserves far more attention. Its muted, earthy tone pairs naturally with light-blue denim, offering a softer alternative to black that still feels polished and pulled-together.

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2. Pink + Blue Jeans

Style Notes: Pink might not be the first shade that springs to mind when you think of a winter colour palette, but I'm here to make its case. Optimistic and fresh, it works beautifully alongside deeper seasonal shades such as burgundy and plum. Paired with blue jeans, though, pink feels brings a welcome hit of colour to an everyday outfit without overcomplicating things.

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3. Burgundy + Blue Jeans

Style Notes: Burgundy is a cornerstone of any winter colour palette, and as Elsa Hosk proved this week, the rich, vampy shade works just as well with blue jeans as it does with darker tailoring. Wearing hers in the form of a burgundy leather jacket, Elsa gave her denim look a tonal finish by pairing it with flats in the same rich, decadent hue.

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Among the many pleasures autumn brings—crisp blue skies, brown leaves and amber light—are the brisk-weather days that make it my favourite season for stomping around in my all-time favourite shoe: the loafer. With the perfect (albeit fleeting) backdrop for wearing them now upon us, I'm making the most of loafer season and honing in on the jeans pairing that makes them look their best.

Taking inspiration from off-duty models and a plethora of chic Parisians, I've come to one conclusion: the most stylish people are wearing their loafers with cropped jeans this autumn.

By leaving a little ankle on show, this denim silhouette builds on the preppy feel of a polished pair of loafers, bringing an easy smartness to an outfit that few other flat-shoe-and-jeans combinations can quite replicate.

Wearing hers with a button-down shirt and boxy blazer, Elsa Hosk leaned into the polished feel of the pairing. Elsewhere, across the Channel, I've spotted similarly chic combinations styled with chunky knits and dramatic collars for an equally preppy, put-together effect.

Jeans and flats don't have to feel casual. If you're looking to give your everyday denim a more elevated spin this season, read on to shop the best cropped jeans and loafers I've found below.

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If Elsa Hosk steps out in a new-season trend in October, you can bet the rest of us will be wearing it come December. So, when I spotted the model styling straight-leg jeans with one of the chicest jacket trends I've come across in recent months, I knew it was a look worth paying attention to.

Putting leather jackets and bombers to one side, Elsa took a more luxurious approach to getting dressed, opting for the season's emerging ornate jacket trend. Cast in a soft sage-green shade and finished with an ultra-fluffy fur trim tracing the collar, her elegant layer felt both statement-making and sophisticated—and a joyful retort to the stricter, '90s-inspired silhouettes that have ruled for so long.

With its lavish textures and considered details, this emerging jacket elevates a jeans-and-heels outfit in one swift move, making it a particularly chic choice for winter. And whilst Elsa may be among the first to debut the trend this season, several key retailers are already backing it, from Doe's decadent fur-trimmed designs to Rixo's cult favourite. Read on to shop my edit of the chicest ornate jackets below.

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I can't help but notice that the chicest dressers are already turning their attention from kitten heel flip-flops towards a new-season shoe trend. Fashion moves fast, after all, and if my latest celebrity spotting is anything to go by, this winter, every fashion person will be stepping out in mesh heels.

Already championed by some of the chicest women in their 30s and 50s, the trend has caught my eye on two particularly stylish dressers. First up, Elsa Hosk, who paired her chartreuse-green satin minidress with a pair of mesh heels. The slightly sheer finish offered a subtle contrast to the glossy fabric of her dress, adding texture and dimension while keeping the overall look sleek and polished.

Next, Catherine Zeta-Jones stepped out in a pair, opting for a rich chocolate-brown shade to complement her tonal autumn outfit. Against the depth of her brown ensemble, the semi-sheer shoes added a little lightness, stopping the tonal look from feeling too heavy.

More interesting than your standard leather pumps, these are a natural evolution from the kitten-heel flip-flops we wore all summer. Read on to discover and shop the mesh heels I'm recommending below.

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When it comes to discussing the biggest jacket trends of 2026, one sophisticated style is having a very important moment: the stand-collar jacket. Balancing enduring design with a modern update, this sculptural piece has been quietly replacing trench coats, blazers and barn jackets in the wardrobes of editors and influencers alike, switching up how we want to dress for autumn and early winter.

After flirting with us last winter in the form of certain viral funnel-neck jackets, this year, classic stand collars are finally having their main-character moment. As long as it features an upright, unfolded collar that circles the neck, it's in. A little architectural drama here, some face-framing magic there–not to mention plenty of understated appeal—its true selling point is its standout shape.

Between the bold silhouettes in Phoebe Philo’s eponymous debut collection and the sporty, windbreaker-adjacent jackets making a convincing case for practical dressing at Saint Laurent (perfectly styled on Hailey Bieber, no less), the fashion set is infatuated, and it's easy to see why.

Cosy enough to ward off the chill (I'm not one for a bulky scarf when I'm already wearing layers) but still appropriately polished to make even the simplest outfit look styled, the stand-collar shape adds a certain refinement to a look—no oversized logos or flashy embellishments required. And as the temperature begins to drop and the annual tug of war between fashion and function begins, we're all backing this neckline.

Zip (or button) it up, and the collar does its thing; suddenly even the most low-key outfit feels styled. Whether it's adding a boardroom-meets-fashion-week finish to structured denim, loafers and a medallion belt à la Elsa Hosk, or lending a sporty finish to shorts and heels as seen on Hailey, the beauty of this silhouette is that it can swing from pared-back to highly styled without much manipulation at all.

Subtle but far from boring, this small detail will help bring your capsule wardrobe alive without having to start from scratch. Scroll to shop the best options on the market right now.

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If I’ve learnt anything from monitoring the showgoers of Fashion Month over the past few weeks, it’s that blazers really aren’t resonating in quite the same way they were a season or two ago. In their place, boxier jackets with sweeping, built-in scarf details are permeating every fashion circle.

Leading the charge is undeniably Elsa Hosk, who this week stepped out once again swaddled in the elegant layer. Wearing the Helsa Italian Herringbone Jacket (£563) with the brand’s matching straight-leg trousers, Elsa crafted an elevated, polished and remarkably easy-to-pull-together outfit.

There’s something about the way the scarf detail sweeps back from the shoulder that gives the jacket a more considered feel. Better still, the built-in scarf brings a little extra fabric and warmth to the equation, making it as practical for the cooler months as it is polished.

Elegant, elevated but unfussy, I’m convinced this is the jacket trend the chicest people will be investing in this season.

If you’re intrigued, keep scrolling to shop the scarf jackets I have my eye on.

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People in Paris are always in the know about what's happening in the fashion world—which designer to watch, which trend to add to your closet before everyone else does, which item will sell out in a few weeks, and which elevated basics work the hardest. They know the latter especially well because the city is famous for its anti-trend approach to dressing. So if you were to ask someone there right now what one of the most important denim trends for fall is, without hesitation, they would tell you black jeans. Now ask them what shoes pair best with them, and that answer might surprise you. Take Elsa Hosk's outfit, for example.

This week, Hosk took to Instagram to share a few pictures taken on the streets of Paris. In each one, she wore a black denim ensemble: slim-straight jeans, a black silk top with a plunging V-neck, a white silk scarf draped around her neck, oversize sunglasses, and a black belt. To finish, she added a vintage Hermès Kelly Bag and white Reebok sneakers.

On Elsa Hosk: Reebok x Hed Mayner sneakers; Hermès bag

Yes, you read that right: The fashion icon styled black straight-leg jeans with white sneakers in Paris. But if we think about it a little more, it makes total sense. While Paris fashion is known for its elegance, it's also focused a lot on comfort and ease. That's exactly what the sneakers provide. They're practical for walking around the city, and the white color feels fresh and crisp against the rest of the black pieces. Then the silk top and designer bag add sophisticated elements, balancing out the shoes' casualness.

If you're inspired to wear black jeans this fall and style them with white sneakers, keep scrolling. Ahead, I've rounded up the best styles to help you look as chic as Hosk.

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Had you told me before this week that the layered polo top would suddenly be "a thing" once again, I’m not sure I would have believed you. After witnessing the return of boho belts, pirate boots and lots and lots of gold, fashion's ever-fluctuating cycle has once again revisited the noughties to bring back a scene-boy signature, popped collars, contrasting colours and all.

Typically associated with classic American prep, the layered-polo trend didn’t stay buttoned up for long. Quickly adopted by New York street culture in the '90s, it took on a younger, cooler edge in the 2000s when the likes of Abercrombie & Fitch made it a must-have. All roads lead back to Tommy Hilfiger and Ralph Lauren, though—who, with the help of musicians like Aaliyah, Destiny's Child and Snoop Dogg, expanded the look into an entirely new space.

But with the start of the 2010s, as trends so often do, the aesthetic lost its pizzazz. Whilst we were treated to some memorable moments throughout the Y2K years (think Megan Fox’s layered cropped polos in Jennifer's Body), the style shifted from an aspirational signifier of cool to slightly out of touch. Sure, by the end of Gossip Girl, Ed Westwick’s Chuck Bass had evolved into the reformed "bad boy" we all adored, but in season one? Those double-layered, popped-collar polo shirts read cliché rather than downtown cool. Then there was DJ Pauly D, fully bathing the look in "guido" glory in 2011. Just take a look at the Dolce & Gabbana spring/summer 2005 menswear show if you need any further clarification.

So imagine my surprise when, 15 years after its peak, the layered polo is being adopted once again—only this time, the coolest women around have claimed it. Like any good trend, three is the magic number. First was Miu Miu’s spring/summer 2024 show, which quietly helped nudge preppy back into fashion’s ever-evolving spotlight; then came Tommy Hilfiger's just-shown spring/summer 2027 collection, and if that joy-filled homecoming that remixed archival prep with relaxed proportions wasn’t enough to sell you on the look, nothing will.

But the grand finale, so to speak, was from Demna’s Gucci. As the lights went up for the S/S 27 show, we were looking at a re-created storefront complete with metal rails, and as supermodels and nonnas nonchalantly "browsed" down the runway, one look stood out: a striped top with a stiff white collar (on Elsa Hosk, no less). At that moment, it felt undeniable: this wasn’t just a passing revival; the trend had legs. Because, in the wise words of trend forecaster and fashion oracle Mandy Lee (aka OldLoserInBrooklyn), "Evil doesn't die; Denma reinvents it".

But why now? For starters, if this fashion month is anything to go by, fashion is firmly in a maximalist mood. From the vivid colours that dominated summer to the steady rise of print over the past few years, the move away from minimalism is hard to ignore. The layered polo trend sits right at the intersection of the two, though, balancing polish with a carefree feel, structured but never overtly stiff.

And when we look at the popularity of layering and the practicality of this styling hack (especially heading into the cooler months), it just makes sense. By mixing colours and fabrics, you can make it feel less contrived and more instinctive, like you’ve just thrown things together and are embracing the chaos that follows. Did we just uncover the easiest way to make your midi skirts, jeans and cargo shorts look cooler? I think so. Scroll to shop the best layering polos on the market.

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If there’s one piece of clothing that’s worthy of being called a wardrobe staple, it’s a pair of wide-leg trousers. With a structured silhouette and tailored proportions, they do a lot of heavy lifting in making you appear more thoughtful and considered, especially when all you’ve done is throw on a pair of pants and slip into a top before heading out the door. Sure, maybe you’ve styled it up with some trending shoes and layered on pieces from your jewellery collection, but the point remains that this architectural silhouette puts in the hard graft to elevate whatever it’s styled with.

For years, black tailored trousers have remained the pinnacle of this category. The understated hue feels both contemporary and professional, making it suitable for so many settings, be it styled with a crisp shirt for the office or a sumptuous knit for lazy weekend errands. It’s this inherent versatility that has made it a fundamental piece for so many tastemakers, including Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, Jennifer Lawrence and Zoë Kravitz. (And as someone who specialises in knowing what the best black tailored trousers are, I can say with authority that they all wear The Row’s Gala pant.)

However, it appears that fashion people are pledging their allegiance to a different shade this autumn, and it’s certainly piqued my interest. Over the weekend, supermodel and brand founder Elsa Hosk took to social media to share a series of photos during her time in New York. In the pictures, she could be seen wearing two of the season’s most defining trends: a checkered shirt and Jackie Kennedy-esque bug-eyed sunglasses.

Rather than reaching for a darker pair of trousers to anchor the moody silhouette, however, she opted for a lighter beige colour. The brighter hue added a lifted effect to her ensemble, making it feel more sprightly and energetic, which is a pertinent reminder that we’ve just started the transition into cold-weather dressing and are not quite yet in the throes of it.

These trousers also offer a utilitarian element, given the colour is so synonymous with workwear. This latter point is something already explored by the upper echelons of fashion, too, with Matthieu Blazy marking his debut as creative director at Bottega Veneta with a series of tan chinos and intrecciato leather flannels. Of course, you might also recall the time Kendall Jenner hard-launched her quiet luxury era in a pair of beige trousers whilst out in New York City during the pandemic, proving the fact that fashion insiders have been repping this tone for a while.

So, whether you’re just getting on board or have loved the style for a while now, scroll through for the best beige trousers and checked shirts to shop right now.

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I’ve always found conversations around celebrity style rather compelling. Some in the fashion industry insist that if a person has an army of stylists and assistants at their disposal, they can't really claim to have good taste. But, in my opinion, knowing exactly who to call to translate your personal style into a look that pushes the needle is a form of discernment in itself.

Regardless of where you land, we can't argue that some celebrities do have impeccable taste. Case in point: Sienna Miller's high-low bohemian mix, Jennifer Lawrence’s very relatable "everywoman" off-duty uniform and the endlessly influential stylings of Hailey Bieber and Zoë Kravitz; these women just get clothes. And I wanted to know the exact pieces in their wardrobes.

Whilst it's true that much of what celebrities wear is gifted, loaned or sponsored, there are certain pieces they genuinely invest in—and, crucially, keep wearing, from the shoes that appear season after season to that bag that never leaves their arm or the pair of jeans that look good with absolutely everything. Below, you'll find nine pieces your favourite famous It girls have genuinely bought and frequently wear. You're welcome.

The 9 Pieces Our Favourite Celebrity It Girls Are Wearing Now

1. Alexa Chung

Style Notes: I had to start with Alexa Chung. Whether she’s embracing prep, going full rock and roll or leaving us all coveting her latest vintage find, her style is nothing short of impeccable. And this year, her Burberry Mid-Length Camden Heritage Car Coat continues to be her go-to outerwear. Whether styled with almost-skinny straight-leg jeans or a Miu Miu cotton knee-length dress and white cap, this is a truly timeless investment.

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2. Jennifer Lawrence

Style Notes: Whether she’s running errands in New York City or posing for the paparazzi at Dior's Paris Fashion Week show, any follower of Jennifer Lawrence's style knows that she’s rarely spotted in anything but a loose pair of jeans, tank top and a functional bag. And this year, she's all about the Cigale. Debuting during Jonathan Anderson's spring/summer 2026 collection, its sleek east-west silhouette, minimalist single strap and open-top construction blends together several of the biggest handbag trends with ease. Plus, it looks particularly chic with a statement-making fur-trimmed coat, slouchy pair of jeans and a fitted top, too.

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3. Jennifer Aniston

Style Notes: On the other hand, Jennifer Aniston has been a devotee of the sleek Celine Soft Triomphe Halfmoon bag— and who could blame her. Minimal by nature and endlessly versatile, style-wise, this is the perfect bag to take you from a morning interview to drinks with the girls. Just ask Jen Ann.

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4. Elsa Hosk

Style Notes: When she’s not selling us on the chic pieces from Mango or posting countless snaps of a seemingly endless summer, model-turned-fashion mogul Elsa Hosk continues to prove that a classic pair of jeans will forever be chic. Whether styled with her rotation of stylish croc Birkins or a baby-blue blouse, Chanel's Cerf Executive Tote and ballet flats, her Helsa 1990s Jean grounds the look in casual perfection.

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5. Hailey Bieber

Style Notes: Whether you want to believe it or not, Hailey Bieber's style is undeniably influential. From her sold-out Gap collaboration to her capsule with Mango, the It girl knows a good shopping pick when she sees one. And in 2026, a piece she’s been particularly enamoured with is the raglan top. We loved her in Cou Cou Intimates’ three-quarter-length with denim shorts and flats, and she's also worn a sportier grey-and-black version with jeans to celebrate her anniversary.

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6. Victoria Beckham

Style Notes: If you’re a follower of Victoria Beckham's style, I’m sure you’re aware that there are countless pieces that could’ve made it onto this list. From her classic white T-shirts to softly tailored bootcut jeans, her 2026 wardrobe is built on a revolving door of timeless pieces that make a case for themselves season after season, just like the peep-toe heels she’s worn all year long. Whether styled with a utility jacket or a soft satin maxi dress, VB isn’t VB unless posed, ready for a picture, in a pair of sculptural pumps.

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7. Zoë Kravitz

Style Notes: Whilst her secret engagement to Harry Styles might have kept Zoë Kravitz's name on the lips of every Gen Z and millennial this year, her quintessential ‘90s style has kept her in the fashion conversation for decades. Case in point: her Saint Laurent Hortense Small Hobo. From its slouchy silhouette to its bronze-tone archival hardware (note the Cassandre ring on the side), everything about this bag quietly screams luxury. Yet its ability to pair so well with a cropped top and low-rise kick-flare jeans is what earned it a place on this list

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8. Sienna Miller

Style Notes: As the poster girl for boho fashion, Sienna Miller in Chloé simply had to make this list. Whilst her playful broderie dresses and classic clogs will have to be saved for warmer days, it's her pouch bag that currently has my attention. Leaning into the renewed micro-bag trend we’re seeing this year, it's the perfect finishing touch to just about any look this season.

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9. Kendall Jenner

Style Notes: Now, you know the arbiter of modern minimalism, Kendall Jenner, has a good few timeless shopping picks up her sleeve. But for all her leggings and stovepipe jeans, she seems to favour her gathered loafers the most. Styled with a sweeping trench coat, midi skirt or trousers, these easy, polished shoes are the gift that keeps on giving. Well, that and the sightings of her with heartthrob Jacob Elordi.

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If your goal is to look rich this fall, same. The good news is that you don't need a designer bag or a luxury watch to pull it off. Sometimes, all it takes is the right pair of jeans, and right now, the fashion set is making a strong case for dark-wash bootcut jeans.

Just look at Elsa Hosk. The model and founder of Helsa was recently spotted during New York Fashion Week wearing a pair. For the Khaite S/S 27 show in Brooklyn, Hosk embraced the brand with a head-to-toe Khaite look. She layered an alligator-embossed leather coat over a black silk button-down shirt and paired them with slim, bootcut dark-wash jeans and black pumps.

Slim bootcut jeans have been gaining serious traction in the last few months, with fashion people like Bella Hadid, Kate Moss, and Nicola Peltz Beckham all stepping out in them. While the cut is polished on its own, a deep, dark wash takes the look one step further into sophisticated territory. It's the kind of denim that works every time, making even the simplest outfits feel fresh and elegant.

Inspired to add bootcut dark-wash jeans to your fall wardrobe? Scroll on to shop the best pairs. For denim styling, follow Hosk's lead and pair them with classic pieces like black pumps and a leather jacket.

The Denim Trend on Elsa Hosk

On Elsa Hosk: Khaite Conforti Jeans ($680), Eve Pumps ($1200), and Sadie Jacket ($7400)

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With autumn finally in full swing, I've at last been reacquainted with my wardrobe's strongest asset: my jeans collection. After months of sidestepping denim in favour of lighter, more seasonally appropriate styles, the recent drop in temperatures has sent me straight back into the depths of my wardrobe. Naturally, though, a new season calls for a few fresh ways to style my favourite pairs, and today, courtesy of Elsa Hosk, I've discovered a shoe silhouette and shade that make blue jeans look chicest.

Swapping black loafers for a softer shade of brown, Elsa paired her elegant flats with a longline, bootcut pair of mid-wash blue jeans. Puddling around the ankle, the sweeping denim concealed much of her shoes, leaving just the light-brown pointed toes of her loafers peeking out from underneath.

In my opinion, black loafers against pale blue denim that can sometimes feel a little stark. Cognac brown, on the other hand, feels softer and more harmonious against the paler tones of blue denim. Whilst Elsa has inspired me to embrace the shade in an autumn-ready loafer, the colour trend would work just as well in the form of a heeled boot, sleek ballet flat or pointed-toe pump.

Whilst I especially love the way cognac brown looks with a mid-wash pair of jeans, I can see it working just as well with bright white denim or a darker wash. Opting for a lighter shade of brown also retains a lightness, making it an easy choice for these early-autumn days.

So, if you're back in the swing of wearing jeans but are looking for a fresh shoe trend to give your favourite pairs a seasonal update, read on to discover the light-brown loafers I'm eyeing now.

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Buying a designer bag is no small ordeal, especially these days, when handbags are priced higher than ever before. To invest in one takes significant forethought and involves countless variables that one must consider before pressing purchase (or walking into a boutique and swiping). Rising prices are likely also why so many are now falling back on black handbags. Bold colors and materials don't feel safe—not like black does. But before you invest in a black bag because you think you have to, consider that there are other timeless color options out there—and some are arguably even chicer and more sophisticated.

One such anti-trend shade is beige—specifically, beige suede. The bag color has quietly taken over in 2026, usurping even chocolate brown and burgundy. Much of its growing popularity stems from Matthieu Blazy's Chanel. The designer, who kicked off his tenure at the French fashion house last October with a historic spring/summer 2026 collection, has made beige suede one of the most sought-after color-and-material bag pairings of the year. And the combination's most recent sighting has only spurred fashion's growing interest.

On Kendall Jenner: Chanel bag; vintage Prada top and pants; vintage Cartier watch

At the start of the Venice Film Festival, Kendall Jenner arrived at the airport wearing a downright historic travel ensemble, featuring an ivory-colored vintage Prada top-and-pant set from the spring/summer 1998 collection that was sourced from the UK-based vintage store, Cheree Cheree, with a vintage Cartier Baignoire watch that The Millennial Decorator, a.k.a. Julia Rabinowitz, sourced. Yet, somehow, those aren't even the best parts of the airport outfit. She finished off the look with an oversized weekender made of a rich beige suede with black leather accents from Blazy's cruise 26/27 Chanel collection.

Immediately, the popular vintage sourcing agency, @sourcewhere, reported a spike in requests for the bag.

On Elsa Hosk: Chanel Maxi Flap Bag ($8500); Khaite jeans

On Elsa Hosk: Chanel Maxi Flap Bag ($8500) and boots

Jenner isn't the only person reaching for beige suede bags, though. Elsa Hosk has, too, been carrying her Chanel Maxi Flap Bag in beige suede on repeat, styling the shoulder bag with everything from button-down shirts and jeans to white summer dresses and rain boots. Both examples were elevated by the color and material of her bag, and as much as we love a black leather bag, one simply wouldn't have made the same impact as Hosk's beige suede bag.

Chanel also isn't solely responsible for this rise, even if it was Blazy's bag designs that have driven a lot of this year's interest in the trend. Gucci, too, has leaned into beige suede handbags, with Demi Moore recently donning the Italian brand's Paparazzo bag in the pairing. The Row, Loewe, and Saint Laurent are also on board. Here's the only problem: With so much interest, beige suede bags are selling out left and right. Keep scrolling to shop the ones still in stock while you can.

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If you thought the seasonal switch from summer to autumn meant relegating colour to the back of your wardrobe, think again. Amongst the sleek sea of neutrals ready to take off, purple is set to become autumn's most important colour trend—and shoes are proving to be the chicest way to wear it.

Affirming my prediction, I spotted model Elsa Hosk swapping her usual black slingbacks for a deep-purple pair, rendered in glossy leather. In a rich plum shade, the shoes retain all the opulence you'd expect from a winter-ready palette whilst bringing a fresh energy to her look.

A breakthrough trend from the autumn/winter 2026 runways, I'm hardly surprised that those with their fingers on the pulse have already begun weaving the shade into their rotations. Whilst Elsa gave the trend a particularly wearable spin by pairing her purple slingbacks with blue straight-leg jeans and a supple suede funnel-neck jacket in a chic khaki shade, there's no reason to reserve the colour for daytime. I'd be just as tempted to style a pair with an evening-ready look—think a long-line red dress for a particularly cool colour clash.

An easy way to inject some new-season energy into your current rotation, purple heels are about to be everywhere. Read on to shop my edit of the chicest pairs to buy now.

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With August almost over, I went through celebrity outfits from the past month to curate styling inspiration with easy-to-re-create looks made up of items you likely already have in your closet.

In L.A., Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin's daughter, Apple Martin, was out wearing a white cotton slip dress and ballet flats, and Elsa Hosk wore one as well, pairing hers with Chanel rain boots.

Addison Rae went to Sushi Fumi, one of the city's most popular restaurants, in a vintage Isabel Marant silk halter minidress and knee-high boots, and Hailey Bieber had on another trend I think will be big for fall—slipper shoes. Kaia Gerber wore a perfect three-piece transitional outfit for the season ahead: a trench coat, capris, and ballet flats.

Over on NYC's Lower East Side, Zoë Kravitz sparked discourse in a simple white T-shirt and kick-flare denim, leaving people guessing where her jeans are from.

Keep scrolling to see each outfit and shop the look, including brands such as Aeyde, Chimi, Frankies Bikinis, Rue Sophie, and more.

In a recent TikTok video, Elysia Berman addresses the speculation surrounding Kravitz's jeans in this photo. While guesses ranged from The Row's Fima or Riaco to EB Denim's Low-Rise Straight Jean and R13's Boy Straight-Leg Jeans, Berman revealed it's actually a pair of vintage Alexander Wang Trap Jeans.

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Martin wore a white slip dress with camel-colored ballet flats. The pieces were similar to the Frankies Bikinis Summer Sonnet Satin Mini Dress and Repetto's Camille Ballet Flats in Cuba Camel.

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Hosk also wore a simple white dress recently (her exact one is the Marie Bow Dress from the Australian brand Laneway the Label) with Chanel rain boots.

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This three-piece outfit formula is one of my most-worn going into fall, as seen on Gerber. Throw on a trench coat with capris and ballet flats and be out the door.

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Rae's outfit proves that knee-high boots are one of the easiest shoes to pair with dresses when shifting from summer to fall.

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Back in February, associate editorial director Eliza Huber wrote about Charvet Slippers, and Bieber just wore a similar style.

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When you don't have time to even think about what shoes to throw on before you leave the house, sometimes the best option is the most unexpected one. As someone who prefers to plan my outfits around the shoes I'd like to wear that day, sometimes I simply can't think that far ahead, and I've found that reaching for the trend that Elsa Hosk just wore makes my outfit better every single time. The trend is colorful ballet flats. I have seen their popularity rise rapidly, and they can now be considered one of the biggest flat-shoe trends of 2026.

The wrong-shoe theory, statement shoes, clashing shoes—whatever you want to call it—wearing shoes that aren't a safe neutral with your outfits has become a common practice among the fashion crowd. When it comes to Hosk's denim-shirt-and-balloon-track-pants outfit, which she recently posted to her Instagram feed, a pair of tan or white ballet flats may have felt more cohesive, but her decision to wear aqua blue ballet flats (Chanel, of course) was far more inspired.

When choosing your pair of colorful flats, the brighter, the better. Favorite brands for ballet flats, such as Reformation, Margaux, Repetto, and Alex Mill, are offering up options in yellow, red, purple, lime, and shades of blue, to name just a few. Scroll on to shop my favorite pairs.

The Flat-Shoe Trick, as Seen on Elsa Hosk

On Elsa Hosk: Helsa shirt; Lioness Aniston Full-Length Pants ($100); Chanel bag and shoes

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If you've been paying attention to the runways, you'll know that the check print trend is set to dominate come autumn and well beyond. So, when I spotted Elsa Hosk getting ahead of the trend, my attention was immediately piqued. Even more so when I realised that the shirt she was wearing wasn't a fresh-from-the-runway pick nor an archival find. Instead, her semi-transparent oversized shirt is from high-street hero Mango.

At an agreeable £36, Mango's Textured Checked Shirt comes in the season's favourite cornflower blue and features an oversized cut, textured finish and covetable checked print.

Worn with little else besides a leather belt slung low across her hips, Elsa proved that this oversized shirt could be the only piece you need in your autumn rotation. However, if you fancy layering it up even just a little, the shirt trend looks just as good styled over a white tee or tank with jeans, or layered over a slip dress while we wait out the last weeks of summer.

Somehow, it's still available in a full run of sizes—but I don't expect that to last. Read on to shop the checked shirt trend that's set to disappear before September.

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All of a sudden, I've noticed that the chicest dressers across London and France are shelving their jeans in favour of an unlikely skirt pairing. Comfortable, easy and cool, the combination of a slouchy long-sleeve T-shirt and a midi skirt is breaking through as one of the chicest outfit formulas of the transitional months.

Catching my attention this week, I spotted Elsa Hosk in the tried-and-tested pairing. Wearing a slouchy white long-sleeve T-shirt with a white knee-covering skirt, Hosk, crucially, left her top untucked, creating a relaxed, throw-on look that felt inherently cool. And the more I've noticed it, the more I've realised just how often this pairing has been cropping up lately.

From London to France, the chicest dressers are turning to knee-length skirts to wear with their slouchy tees. Relaxed and unfussy, but a little more considered than the usual denim or shorts pairing, the two-piece formula is perfect for the tricky period between summer and autumn. As temperatures eventually cool, the longer sleeves offer a little extra coverage, whilst the breezier skirt ensures there's no risk of overheating while the sun is still shining.

Start with a simple black or white T-shirt and switch up your skirt depending on the season and your mood. Crisp white styles feel particularly fresh whilst temperatures remain high, but as we edge towards autumn, try introducing darker shades or a pattern to keep the formula feeling new. When summer finally gives way to autumn, swap flip-flops or ballet flats for knee-high boots—the result will be just as chic.

Intentional yet easy, this is the outfit formula I'll be relying on for the weeks ahead. Read on to shop the long-sleeve T-shirts and midi skirts I recommend below.

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I know we likely have a few more heatwaves to contend with before autumn dressing begins in earnest, but if you're anything like me, you've already got your finger on the trigger of September dressing, ready to swaddle yourself in a knit at a moment's notice. Until then, there's late summer and early autumn to ease into, and this week, I've come across the chic outfit formula I think will see us through both. Styled by Elsa Hosk for a seaside soirée, the model wore the three-piece look I'll be reaching for on repeat as soon as the calendar strikes September.

Starting with the polished foundation, Elsa built her look around a classic blue shirt. Inherently polished yet pleasantly uncomplicated, the button-down lends an elevated feel without looking overly styled. Layered with another foolproof wardrobe staple, she then slipped into a pair of mid-wash straight-leg jeans. Skimming the legs without clinging to them, the straight-leg silhouette brings a relaxed polish to the outfit, harmonising with the neatness of the blue shirt.

Worn with a shoe trend moments away from taking off, Elsa styled her jeans and shirt with a pair of Miu Miu boat shoes. Having bubbled away as an emerging trend for the past few seasons, boat shoes are poised to take off properly this autumn. Perfectly suited to September's drizzlier days, the closed-toe style has been making steady appearances on the runways, offering a fresh, elevated alternative to the loafers fashion people typically return to come autumn.

Complete with a pair of oversized circular sunglasses for a playful, boho effect, and styled with Chanel's Maxi Flap Bag in beige (£6610), Elsa styled a chic early autumn look I have no doubt fashion people will be emulating soon.

Ever inspired, read on to discover the chic outfit formula, as well as my edit of the best straight-leg jeans and boat shoes below.

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I’m a great believer that a good accessory has the power to make or break an outfit. Too little effort can leave a look feeling unfinished, whilst overloading can risk overwhelming it altogether. As my personal style mostly leans into pared-back simplicity (or whatever the Gen Z version of that is), when I’m choosing my add-ons, I do so very carefully.

That is precisely why, when I saw not one, not two, but three of my top five celebrities all sporting the same affordable, French-girl-inspired bandana this week, I knew it was worth sharing.

With all eyes on Zendaya after the location of her Surrey nuptials was leaked, I found myself less interested in how many rings she had on her finger, and more in the brown-and-blue bandana wrapped around her head in these street-style shots (above). Though it has quietly become a signature style of hers since cutting her hair, bandanas tied like this are synonymous with French nonchalance, so they'll never go out of style.

Given how a bandana both adds interest to a look and hides a multitude of hair concerns, it's clear why they've become a fan favourite this summer. Take Zendaya's look, for example—from her shirred midi dress to the OG ugly shoe (the Maison Margiela Tabi ballet flat), there's an effortlessness that could stray into "got ready in a hurry" territory if not for her pretty bandana. With the addition of a simple scarf, her look feels less just-rolled-out-of-bed and more deliberately curated.

Equally into the bandana's laid-back charm, Elsa Hosk's recent Instagram posts have been full of headscarf styling. Whether worn with sleek black capri leggings and a funnel-neck windbreaker or a pretty broderie dress and Celine’s viral oversized sunnies, she rarely seems to go a day without one of these incredibly chic scarves.

And Kendall Jenner? Well, she's been wearing hers for slow weekends with a Western-inspired pair of dungarees and comfortable clogs, or with a white T-shirt and black tailored trousers in Japan with Jacob Elordi. Costing no more than a couple of pounds (depending on where you get yours), it's a relatively affordable way to add instant polish. So if you like the sound of an accessory that's ready for bad hair days, good outfit days and everything in between, scroll on to shop the best bandanas right now.

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If you're familiar with Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, you already know that comfort is their top priority. Their signature look of loose, baggy outfits and flat footwear has seamlessly carried over to their luxury label, The Row. The brand is celebrated for its incredibly soft knitwear, cozy loafers, and, most notably, the Frances slippers.

With a chic floral jacquard pattern, sleek satin fabric, and a low-profile silhouette, these flat slides have become the ultimate celebrity-coveted footwear this season. They capture the relaxed vibe of luxury hotel slippers but feature a sturdier insole and outsole designed for outdoor wear. True to The Row's aesthetic, they are minimal, sophisticated, and incredibly versatile. Style icons like Kendall Jenner and Elsa Hosk have been spotted pairing them with a variety of trousers, lightweight knits, tailored blazers, and sporty jackets.

As you might guess, these designer flats carry a premium price tag; even on sale, they will run you roughly $500. Fortunately, Zara Home has just dropped a similar alternative for $40. Much like the original, Zara's slippers are offered in black, beige, and taupe, and they come in both open-toe and closed-toe styles.

Ultimately, the decision is in your hands. Scroll down to compare The Row's Frances flats alongside Zara Home's budget-friendly slides. Whichever you choose, we highly recommend making room for them in your closet—they're the perfect way to get that It-girl look from now through fall.

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