When Morgan Stewart McGraw posts an outfit, you stop scrolling. You hit save. Period. At least I do—and this denim look she wore in Paris this week is exactly why.

Her wardrobe is a master class in making everything look effortlessly cool (obviously), but this look really hits. The proportions, the undone-but-still-polished styling—it all feels incredibly easy yet very directional.

She styled a conceptual Comme des Garçons jacket with a white tank, vintage Levi's, a feathered Hermès Elan Folie clutch, and Chanel black block heels. The key takeaway is that we all can pull off this type of look to achieve that fashion-forward silhouette.

Even if these aren't the exact pieces you're reaching for, the Renggli founder and host of The Morgan Stewart Show makes a convincing case for the power of a great outerwear silhouette. It's arguably the easiest styling trick in the book: Throw a cool jacket over a white tee and jeans, and suddenly you have an outfit. Add your favorite pair of shoes plus a bag, and you're pretty much guaranteed a compliment. Keep scrolling to check out Stewart McGraw's full outfit, and shop inspired statement jackets (including pieces from her own clothing line) to consider with your jeans this season.

On Stewart McGraw: Comme des Garçons jacket; Levi's jeans; Hermès clutch; Chanel heels

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The street style we saw at Paris Fashion Week delivered a visual feast that rivals Brasserie Lipp's signature steak frites and Chez Janou’s famous chocolate mousse. As the final stop of the travelling fashion circus, one might think that the industry insiders and tastemakers who visit every style capital would’ve given up trying by now, arriving at shows in their definition of business casual in hotel-esque slippers from Charvet and oversized sunglasses that would swallow any signs of under-eye bags whole. On the contrary. Reaching the end of the line has seemed to give attendees a second wind, as big-name editors, starry clientele and all manner of celebrity guests cohabit in the City of Lights.

For the spring/summer 2027 season, a full calendar year on from countless new creative director debuts, the city found its rhythm as a hum of clacky stilettos hit the cobblestone pavements. Incumbent LVMH Prize winner, Belgian-born Julie Kegels, opened the week with an avant-garde collection of drop-crotch tan stockings and crystal-adorned nipple pasties. Dior was a true breath of fresh air, as Johnathan Anderson gathered the likes of Jennifer Lawrence and Rihanna at the Jardin des Tuileries for a show buoyed by lightness.

The mood immediately shifted to darkness as Anthony Vaccarello painted the Trocadéro Fountain black and gold. Proving his Midas touch at what is rumoured to be his final collection after a decade at the helm of the French maison, the designer illuminated the night sky with gilded silhouettes that crescendoed into a finale of funeral-inspired attire. Talk about mourning glory.

Off the runway, everywhere from the Grand Palais for Chanel to L’Observatoire de Paris for Chloé was saturated with the most outré offerings. From house ambassadors dressed in custom creations to influencers styling loaned pieces with items from their own wardrobes, the ensembles translated some of the most sophisticated trends into real-life appeal. So, without further ado, scroll through for the leading street-style trends that commanded Paris Fashion Week.

The 5 Key Street-Style Trends From Paris Fashion Week September 2026

1. Flat White

Style Notes: For a city revered for its Beaujolais and Syrah, the colour palette seen on the best-dressed this season is not compatible with sipping on a glass of red at a nearby café-tabac. From Kendall Jenner pairing a single-breasted white blazer with beige pants to Greta Lee wearing ballet slipper pink folded capris with a satin jacket and Karlie Kloss in a vanilla cape blouse with khaki jeans, the shades of this season are more attuned to café au lait. This carried through onto the runway too, from the opening looks of Matières Fécales' standout "The Ninety Nine Percent" collection to the muted mid-section in Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez’s latest show for Loewe.

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2. Ladies in Lace

Style Notes: Much has been said about the rise of "ladylike" dressing, especially with the reign of pencil skirts, white shirts and sleek heels. Of course, if this all sounds like something Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy would’ve worn to work at Calvin Klein, you’d be correct. However, as the street style at Paris Fashion Week indicated, the trend is moving out of the boardroom and into the boudoir, with romantic camisoles and delicate edges. A little less Christina Hendrix in Mad Men and a little more Nicole Kidman in Moulin Rouge! The lace-trim trend brings a romantic sensibility to even the most astute outfit, as Alexa Chung proved by pairing her butter-yellow singlet with sensible pinstripe trousers.

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3. Night Prowler

Style Notes: As evening settles over the arrondissements, the scintillating twinkle of the Eiffel Tower sets the stage for a night of debauchery and decadence. For after-hours that begin and end with dirty martinis at Hôtel Costes, there is only one shoe suitable for keeping up with the revelry in store: sultry slingbacks. Endorsed this season by nearly everyone in the front row at Saint Laurent, including Zoë Kravitz, Lila Moss and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, this vampy iteration brings a seductive edge to a style that’s been a staple for French dressing since Coco Chanel designed the two-tone slingback in 1957.

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4. Shabby Chic

Style Notes: As the streets of Paris Fashion Week have indicated, a penchant for curated maximalism and eccentric bohemia has finally taken the place of quiet luxury. From the printed brocade fabrics of Dries Van Noten to the chunky intarsia jumpers of Chloé, the amalgamation of different aesthetics is something that would’ve been frowned upon a few years ago, but is now gladly welcomed into the fold. Proudly eclectic and slightly bric-a-brac, this shabby-chic style is shaping up to be one of the most defining trends of the season. Someone please call their granny and tell her she did it first!

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5. Friends in High Places

Style Notes: The higher the heel, the more you need to pair a sock with it. At least that’s what the street-style set at Paris Fashion Week demonstrated. With slight nods to the "indie sleaze" styling of pairing tights with denim shorts, unexpected hosiery layering is quickly becoming the mode du jour. And with twee making a comeback, we can easily see this paving the way for a resurgence of sweet lace-trim styles under Mary Janes. Plus, with winter on the horizon, who can fault you for wanting an extra layer?

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If you count yourself amongst the fashion-obsessed, I’d hazard a guess that you've been keeping up with Paris Fashion Week this month. From Anthony Vaccarello's glittering, gold-drenched extravaganza at Saint Laurent to the fever-pitch levels of anticipation for the new accessories that will be showcased at the Grand Palais from Matthieu Blazy's Chanel, the city of lights really has well and truly sparkled this season.

But whilst we still have Isabel Marant’s pink dip-dye and Chloé's clogs-and-jeans combination at the forefront of our minds for spring/summer 2027, there's one item that hasn’t gone unnoticed by show-goers and models alike this season: trainers.

After falling relatively out of favour with fashion's most on-trend dressers, the trainer was sidelined for foot-cushioning flip-flops and French-coded ballet flats during the summer, but women in Paris were wearing them everywhere you looked over fashion week. You see, the staple shoe has what many of today’s "it" styles seem to lack: actual purpose. Practical enough for hopping on and off the Métro as you bop to shows and built to handle the inevitable additional step count, trainers strike that rare balance between fashion and function. And in 2026, what more could you ask for?

As we delve into the trends shaping autumn/ winter 2026, it's clear that trainers aren’t going anywhere fast; if anything, they’re settling in. The Lyst Index Q2 report makes one thing obvious: dressing like you’ve made the team (even when you haven’t) is in. In fact, certain styles jumped over 4000% in the quarter. If that's not convincing enough, may I direct you to the A/W 26 runways? With maximalism unashamedly back (and staying put for the foreseeable future), the new trainer silhouettes shadow precisely this.

Be it the thick, chunky-soled stompers at Balenciaga or the quietly showy styles at Miu Miu, the spectrum is wide. Even Shiatzy Chen leaned in, sending out calf-hugging, knee-high trainer-boot hybrids that made us sit up and take notice.

But don't panic; before you worry that I'm suggesting we'll all be wearing knee-high, lace-up sneaker-boots all winter, the styles the chicest dressers are backing this season aren't quite as out there as the runways may suggest. Instead, they strike that sweet spot between wearable and genuinely stylish, and they're infused with enough joy de vive to feel entirely at home in the capital. Plus, they'll all work with your autumn capsule-wardrobe staples of jeans, leggings, skirts and trousers.

It seems that Paris is no longer just flirting with function, but fully committing to it, and the five trainer trends below are how they’re doing it. Scroll to see and shop this season’s most popular trainer trends straight from Paris, and remember that you heard them here first.

5 Trainer Trends From PFW You'll Want to Wear All Year

1. Low-Profile Minimalist

Style Notes: Whilst it's true maximalism is very much "in", quiet luxury did provide us with a lasting legacy piece: the low-profile trainer. Stripped-back in silhouette and refreshingly unfussy in approach, this runner nails the holy trinity (function, style and most importantly, comfort) with ease. And with everyone from Dries Van Noten to Nike and Jacquemus creating pairs with cult followings, it's clear this trainer trend has staying power.

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2. She Was a Sk8r Boi

Style Notes: If the trainers on your social media feeds have started to look like an Avril Lavigne "Sk8er Boi" fever dream, you’re not alone. In fact, the streets of Paris are filled with the once-considered "dated" style right now. Tapping into both the current wave of Y2K nostalgia, the style's chunky, low-profile skate silhouette has quickly fallen back into favour this autumn. A little undone and a whole lot of rebellious energy, their retro look pairs well with loose jeans, camo-print trousers and heritage plaid skirts everywhere in 2026.

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3. Back to the Streets

Style Notes: This season, streetwear shoes found a home in Paris. Think Nike Shox or New Balance 1906s—designs that lean towards performance rather than polish. Their distinctly athletic shapes and tricked-out soles have made them some of the most highly coveted pairs in the trainer sphere, and they also tap into the casual, athleisure feel of cosy season.

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4. Let's Get Technical

Style Notes: When comfort meets maximalism, you get gorpcore trainers: the original ugly shoe. Balancing high-performance, trail-ready details that don't try to be pretty with a distinctly technical finish, the key to making these feel more "fashion" lies in styling. To temper their utilitarian finish, think the opposite: a soft tulle skirt, relaxed denim or maybe a balloon trouser for contrast makes them feel less try-hard and more thrown together in the chicest way.

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5. Return of the Stack

Style Notes: As we well know, fashion is cyclical, and what's "out" one season rarely stays that way for long. This is particularly true of the chunky trainer. If you're instantly transported back to the logo-heavy, thick-soled styles of the 2010s, you aren't far wrong. Leaning into the maximalist mood shaping current trends, these silhouettes aren't ashamed to be an acquired taste (it keeps them head and shoulders above the rest, after all). The soles are substantial but streamlined; the details are functional, not flashy, and they happen to look incredibly cool styled with leggings and a cropped bomber jacket.

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Paris Fashion Week is more than a showcase of the newest collections from designers such as Saint Laurent, Dior, The Row, and Celine. It's also a runway that spills onto the streets. As editors, buyers, celebrities, and fashion insiders move from show to show, the city fills with the most stylish ensembles. Every outfit captures that unmistakable Parisian blend of polish, elegance, confidence, and just the right amount of nonchalance.

For spring/summer 2027 fashion week, attendees brought their street style A-game, focusing on true style that isn't about following trends. Highlights included wearing a car coat as a dress and pairing it with classic pumps, juxtaposing a leather bomber jacket with tailored trousers, and intentionally clashing prints across a button-down shirt, pants, and heels. Though these ensembles were designed for packed days of shows and meetings, they still felt wearable for everyday life, offering all the inspiration one needs to get dressed this fall.

Ahead, discover some of the chicest street style looks from Paris Fashion Week and the fall outfit formulas worth noting. Trust us—you'll want to bookmark and return to them all season long.

The Best Street Style Looks From Paris Fashion Week

Get the look: Long Coat + Straight-Leg Trousers + Tote Bag

Get the look: Henley Sweater + Textured Skirt + Bowler Bag

Get the look: Car Coat + Clutch + Square-Toe Pumps

Get the look: Long Leather Coat + Turtleneck + Printed Pencil Skirt

Get the look: Button-Down Shirt + Balloon Trousers + Bucket Bag

Get the look: Leather Bomber Jacket + Fringe Top + Baggy Trousers

Get the look: High-Neck Tank Top + Maxi Skirt + Pumps

Get the look: Suede Bomber Jacket + Skirt-Attached Trousers + Pumps

Get the look: Printed Blouse + Printed Trousers + Printed Pumps

Get the look: Strapless Top + Pencil Skirt + Long Beaded Necklace

Get the look: Car Coat + Maxi Dress + Printed Pumps

Get the look: Peplum Jacket + Light-Wash Jeans + Loafers

Get the look: Crewneck Sweatshirt + Cargo Pants + Suede Clogs

Get the look: Long Single-Breasted Coat + Dark-Wash Denim + Ruched Loafers

Get the look: Evening Jacket + High-Waisted Trousers + Printed Heels

Get the look: Long-Sleeve Shirt + Satin Pencil Skirt + Knee-High Boots

I've spent the past week street style spotting in Paris, and I've noticed that the French fashion set has taken a more pared-back approach to their Fashion Week wardrobes this time around. Still, there's one styling trick I kept seeing on repeat: bright pops of red worn with blue jeans.

Rather than reaching for the usual autumnal shades to anchor their denim, Paris's chicest dressers have been using flashes of red to bring their favourite jeans to life. I've seen the colour worked in all sorts of ways, from lightweight tees and cosy knits to smaller hits courtesy of lipstick-red bags and accessories.

Perhaps one of my favourite wearable styling tricks to come out of Paris Fashion Week this season. I've always found that red makes denim feel fresher for autumn without requiring a complete rethink of your wardrobe. Against everything from pale blue washes to rich indigo, the contrast feels polished—and is an easy way to add colour without straying too far from a classic jeans-and-knit formula.

It also goes to show that you don't need a complicated outfit or excess layers to make denim feel new. Sometimes, all it takes is the right colour.

So, if you're looking for an easy way to refresh your jeans rotation this season, consider this your Paris-approved cue to add a little red. Shop my edit of the chicest red pieces to wear with denim below.

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Meet me in London. A week ago, I was enjoying a view of Hyde Park from the private balcony of luxury hotel 45 Park Lane. I'd eat scones from my two-bedroom suite and peer out the panoramic windows to catch a glimpse of Big Ben. After a slow morning at the boutique hotel, you could find me shopping at Harrods, sipping tea at Claridge's, or catching a show in the West End. Can you tell I miss London?

Unfortunately, I couldn't fit Shakespeare's Globe or Buckingham Palace into my Calpak carry-on (despite the Mary Poppins–like capacity), but I was able to sneak something arguably just as great past TSA: London style.

London It girls know what they're doing, reaching for streamlined pieces that make it look like you tried way harder than you did (think elegant sweaters and polished footwear). The result is a wardrobe that feels intentional without being fussy, with timeless staples doing the heavy lifting. This was noticeable everywhere from the Tube and pubs to Carnaby Street and elevated restaurants, cementing the tailored aesthetic as a bona fide norm rather than a series of one-offs.

Everywhere I turned, I noted sleek shoulder bags, structured footwear, polished coats, refined pants, and preppy sweaters. The outfits weren't groundbreaking; instead, it was the styling that made them look pulled together. A simple knit cardigan looked instantly more refined with pinched loafers, while a good trench coat could carry an entire outfit on its own. While many cities feature similar silhouettes, it's all about how each one is styled—and Londoners have a way of making even the most common pieces feel fresh.

From Mayfair to Notting Hill, here are the London fall outfit ideas I spotted everywhere. All that's left to do is book a ticket to Heathrow.

Trench Coats

With England being the home of the Burberry trench coat, it's no surprise that this timeless style was everywhere. As soon as I walked into the swanky Mayfair hotel lobby, I clocked it styled with cigarette jeans and Mary Janes. A cropped version of the coat even appeared at the high-end Cut restaurant, proving its versatility.

Large Leather Totes

It girls know to go thrifting and vintage shopping in Notting Hill—and nearly everyone had a large leather tote thrown over their shoulder. Yes, it's genius for stashing the treasures you pick up along the way, but it's also a commuter essential in a walking city, where your bag becomes your lifeline.

Cinched Loafers

Riding the top of a double-decker bus, I had a bird's-eye view of London's best dressed pedestrians passing by below. Whether we drove by Big Ben or St. Paul's Cathedral, London natives opted for cinched loafers, finding the perfect balance between comfort and polish. Sleek trousers and tube socks often accompanied the footwear.

White Pants

Summer may be over, but white pants are here to stay. I spotted three different women wearing the alabaster-hued bottoms at The Devonshire in Soho. Whether they opted for wide-leg denim or silky trousers, the fresh pants added a refined touch to even the most casual outfits.

Heavyweight Cardigans

I got lucky with the London weather, with rain making an appearance on just one day. Still, the drop in temperature had Londoners reaching for their cozy layers. Rather than stuffy jackets and bulky puffers, they turned to simple, heavyweight cardigans. When it started to warm up, they simply shed a layer.

Call me biased, but New York Fashion Week has some of the best street style on the fashion calendar, rivaling even Paris and Milan. What makes it so special is the deeply personal way people dress and the interesting brands they wear to shows throughout the week. Rarely will you spot someone wearing a head-to-toe runway look unless they're a celebrity guest or ambassador, and even if a showgoer is wearing the brand they're attending a show for, they've probably mixed it in with their own pieces. Because of this, NYFW street style always makes me want to shop, as I find It items styled in new, interesting ways. I'm here today to share the most exciting ones I spotted up close.

From footwear—both flat and heeled—to handbags and outerwear, all of the most-wanted pieces worn to shows during NYFW are just a scroll away. Think Chanel by Matthieu Blazy totes and Tory Burch pumps, as well as Conner Ives's iconic fur-trimmed robe coat and Altuzarra's cool girl–favorite scarf top. Simply put, the list ahead is a treasure trove of It items that you'll be sad you didn't buy before they sold out. Some are already in the process of doing just that. Get to work or regret it later.

NYFW It Items

Kallmeyer Ornella Top

The second I saw this asymmetric blouse on the runway at Kallmeyer's F/W 26 show last February, I knew it'd be an It item for the season once it hit stores. I was right. Jenna Lyons, Chloe Malle, and Tessa Thompson are a few of the stylish people who've worn it so far.

Tory Burch Chain Pumps

Finally, Tory Burch's Runway Chain Pumps left their mark on New York City, showing up in this gorgeous red-leather color, as well as in a muted beige. I'd take any style, really. They're all perfect.

Dries Van Noten Floral-Jacquard Pants

We talk about fun skirts, tops, and jackets all the time. Shoes, too. But pants are rarely considered "fun." That is, unless they're by Dries Van Noten—then, they're always a good time.

Polo Ralph Lauren Cotton-Twill Jacket

Whether you pick a bright color or go muted à la Alex Consani outside of a NYFW show, you can't go wrong with a Polo Ralph Lauren windbreaker. It's easy to style, practical, and timeless.

Altuzarra Scarf Top

There are certain items that when you see them on the runway, you just know they're going to become an instant hit. Altuzarra's green scarf top is one such item. It's chic, easy, and cool—a trifecta if I've ever heard of one.

GiaBorghini Renata Pumps

GiaBorghini's Renata Feather Pumps are one of those IYKYK items that only the really cool fashion people know about (and are already wearing). They're from the Opera Capsule, which is full of elegant, sophisticated footwear made to wear to the theater.

Tory Burch Flower Tank Top

Summer's obsession with flower brooches—and Tory Burch's flower-brooch tank top, in particular—appears to be continuing into fall. Instead of flouncy skirts, just wear yours with a pair of low-rise bootcut jeans and flats for a cool transitional look.

Chanel Small Shopping Bag

It was Matthieu Blazy by Chanel sighting after Matthieu Blazy by Chanel sighting during NYFW this season, a trend that I guarantee will continue through London, Milan, and Paris. The Small Shopping Bag was one of many items by the French fashion house that I spotted on the streets of New York, with other pieces including dipped-toe pumps, leopard-print jackets, and more.

Conner Ives Demi Couture Robe

This silk robe coat by Conner Ives is at the top of every cool fashion person's fall wish list right now. I've even heard people talk about splitting the price of one like a South of France time-share. Hell, who am I kidding? I'd go in on one.

Home to Prada, Bottega Veneta and Fendi, Milan has some serious fashion credentials. The city has long been a breeding ground for some of the industry’s most influential designers, and when Fashion Week rolls around, the creativity that runs through the city year-round reaches another level. With the world’s best-dressed descending on Milan, excellent outfits are pretty much guaranteed.

Of the “Big Four” Fashion Weeks, Milan has always struck me as the most glamorous. There’s a little more drama, polish and, yes, glitz to the way its fashion crowd dresses, which makes street style spotting particularly fun. After spending the week keeping an eye on the best looks outside the shows, I’m here to report back on the trends that are really taking hold in Milan right now.

From the skirt silhouette that’s having a particularly big moment in Italy to the non-boring neutral I spotted everywhere, these are the five Milan Fashion Week street style trends worth knowing about now.

5 Milan Fashion Week Street Style Trends to Copy Now:

1. Whispy Skirts

Style Notes: Few trends have made as much of a splash in Milan this Fashion Week as the pencil skirt. But among the sea of knee-grazing, streamlined styles, one particularly chic iteration kept catching my eye: gauzy skirts.

Whether it was an opaque pencil skirt finished with a wraparound layer of tulle or an entirely sheer style, transparent style, gauzy elements were woven through some of the best looks I spotted on Milan’s streets, adding a little movement and softness to what could otherwise be a very polished, prim silhouette.

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2. Cummerbunds

Style Notes: Borrowed from the boys, wraparound, waist-cinching cummerbunds made a surprisingly strong showing among Milan’s street style crowd this week. Traditionally used to bring structure to formal menswear and tuxedo dressing, the glossy waistband is being given a more relaxed fashion-person spin.

I spotted them worn over blazers to cinch in the waist, as well as in place of a belt with jumpers and trousers on repeat this week.

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3. Pink Shirts

Style Notes: Whilst a classic button-down remains a Milanese wardrobe essential, I noticed that many of the best-dressed attendees had swapped their usual gleaming white styles for a pink version instead.

An easy wardrobe switch, pink shirts bring colour and energy to an otherwise classic outfit, looking particularly good with tailored trousers or blue jeans. If the white shirt is starting to feel a little predictable, this might be the update to try.

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4. Polo Shirts

Style Notes: Sorry, T-shirts. Goodbye, tank tops. Polo shirts are shaping up to be the Milanese fashion person’s casual top of choice this season.

I spotted the sporty staple worn with everything from skirts to trousers and jeans, bringing a slightly preppy energy to otherwise polished looks. After seasons of the humble tee dominating off-duty dressing, the polo feels like a much fresher way to approach the everyday basics in your wardrobe.

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5. Chunky, Colourful Scarves

Style Notes: As temperatures dip, Milan’s fashion crowd is already trading the lightweight cotton scarves that completed so many summer looks for chunkier, wind-proof wool styles.

Brightly coloured and generously wrapped around the neck, these scarves offer an early hint at what’s coming for autumn/winter dressing. So, if you’re in the market for a new scarf, this is your sign to skip the neutrals.

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Every fashion month, I promise myself I'll stop screenshotting street style photos by the time the shows hit Milan. Every season, I fail. Milan just dresses different from the other cities. The tailoring is sharper, the leather is richer, and the accessories look like they've been in someone's family for decades (even when they were bought last week).

This season was no exception, so I narrowed it down to the 10 outfits I keep coming back to, from showgoing editors to the stylists and creators lining the streets between shows. The best part is that most of these looks start with pieces you probably already own. Keep scrolling for my favorites and how to get the looks for yourself.

Get the look: Sheer Blouse + Corset + Dark-Wash Denim + T Sandals

Get the look: Tank Top + Bermuda Shorts + Suede Bag

Get the look: Long-Sleeve Tee + Cargo Pants + Ballet Flats

Get the look: Shift Dress + Knit Sweater + Oxfords

Get the look: Pillbox Hat + Poplin Shirt + Tailored Shorts

Get the look: Zip-Up Sweater + Organza Dress + Colorful Pumps

Get the look: Knit Tank Top + Pencil Skirt + Statement Shoes

Get the look: Suiting Shirt + Cummerbund + Suit Pants

Get the look: Leather Jacket + Baggy Pants + Tee

Get the look: Bandana + Suede Jacket + Flare Jeans

And just like that, London Fashion Week has drawn to a close. Between far too many Blank Street Blondie Matchas, show reports written in the back of our Volvo chariot and endless after parties, this crown jewel event certainly showcased that Great British fashion need not be relegated to the runway. Of course, you’d only need to look at the street style on offer for proof on that front.

From Burberry’s show at Chelsea College of Arts in the West to Sinead Gorey’s soirée at an iconic Shoreditch strip club in the East, the ensembles on display were as eclectic and significant as the façade of the city itself. Take any silhouette spotted on the front row and you’ll realise there is no such thing as a uniform for stylish denizens. As a result, the outfits on display ranged from knitwear encrusted with sequin motifs to pleated skirts speckled with hardware and many a vintage Mulberry Bayswater.

As someone who attended all five days, it’s an understatement to describe the looks that flooded the cobblestone streets and cement pavements before each show as high-octane at its finest. These were ensembles that fired on all cylinders, mixing texture, colour, print and sequin with reckless abandonment. The only rules of engagement were to come as you are, whether that be in ladylike pencil skirts or in low-rise jeans and Ugg Boots, as some stalwart fashion editors were spotted in.

Still, there were a few underlying themes that I noticed running through some of the strongest looks of the week. Long gone are the days where fashion trickles down from the runway. So, it’s only a matter of time before these outfits show up on the runway themselves. But knowing how attuned the stylish tastemakers of London are, I’m hedging my bets on these ensembles cropping up everywhere come October. Without further ado, scroll through for the 7 key street style trends of London Fashion Week.

The 7 Key Street Style Trends From London Fashion Week September 2026

1. To Tie For

Style Notes: Given how unpredictable British weather can be in September, it would be unwise to leave the home without a fine-knit jumper or oversized shirt to tide you over when the skies turn grey. Instead of hiding it away, however, the London Fashion Week street style set argued for incorporating it into your look. From Lydia Tár-esque sweaters thrown over shoulders to jumpers tied around the waist à la the Celine spring/summer 2027 men's show, practicality need not be a wanton virtue when you’re running from show to show.

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2. Check Me Out

Style Notes: Fashion’s love with polka dots has run its course, with London Fashion Week attendees pledging allegiance to another print: checks. Of course, with Burberry on the schedule, there was always going to be an increase in the heritage brand's trademark Nova Checks. Still, from Somerset House to the Old Bailey for Simone Rocha’s latest runway, checks showed up in full force. Plaid shirt days are clearly upon us.

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3. Big Coat Energy

Style Notes: The street style at London Fashion Week always delivers excellent coat sightings, and this season was no different. (After all, most shows are presented only a stone’s throw away from the heart of modern tailoring on Savile Row.) From the tuxedo offering at Erdem to the witchy takes outside of Bora Aksu, these are pieces that do a lot of the heavy lifting, literally acting like a suit of armour in a full-throttle week.

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4. IDGAF Denim

Style Notes: You can always spot a seasoned fashion editor from a mile away. Instead of chintzy sequins, statement jackets and a hairstyle that’s been gelled to the gods, they wear basic white T-shirts, casual jeans and some variation of an inconspicuous leather jacket. These types of attendees prove that looking your best does not need to come with all the bells and whistles. Sometimes, excessive styling is best reserved for the runway and not the front row.

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5. Skirt Chaser

Style Notes: We here at Who What Wear UK have waxed lyrical about printed skirts, specifically our adoration for Versace’s face skirt from Dario Vitale’s sole collection as creative director. At London Fashion Week, we proved to be in good company, with that piece cropping up all over the city. Elsewhere, Chopova Loewena’s trademark carabiner skirts continued to be a hit, especially outside of the bowling alley where they staged their latest show, whilst brocade and jacquard styles seen on Dries Van Noten’s autumn/winter 2026 collection also proved popular.

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6. Ruff(led) and Ready

Style Notes: As the runways have indicated, fashion is currently enthralled with all things bohemian. From velvet devoré to oversized glasses, this nomadic and eclectic sensibility is permeating the sartorial zeitgeist, regardless of what aesthetic you identify with. Ruffles are one such motif, cropping up everywhere from Ashley Williams’s oversized and Polly Pocket-esque dresses to the gothic trims of Alexander McQueen dresses.

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7. Hold Tight

Style Notes: A little bit Miss Havisham, a little bit Brideshead Revisited. Tights are one of those perennial British staples that are worth their weight in your underwear drawer. With the right colour and denier, they can completely overhaul your look. Cementing that as gospel are the likes of New York-based trend forecaster Mandy Lee, also known as @oldloserinbrooklyn, and British journalist and blogger, Susanna Lau, a.k.a @susiebubble. From optic whites to high-octane blues, this small but mighty staple will always prove useful.

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New York Fashion Week is usually packed with people wearing the latest designer pieces, from Prada to Chanel, and this season was hardly an exception to that rule—in all but one category, that is. Every other season, a mix of luxury sunglasses brands was represented, with prices ranging from $300 to $800. This time, though, I only took notice of one pair. Funnily enough, I was wearing the style, too, and have been for about four months now. I packed other options but only ended up wearing this pair. No deviations—not once.

The sunglasses in question? Ray-Ban Wayfarers, the Levi's 501 of eyewear. They're classic and somehow complement everyone's face shape, and at $191, they won't break the bank or devastate you if, after a year or two, you leave your pair in a restaurant booth or forget them in a hotel-room bathroom. Plus, they go with everything.

Eliza Huber wearing Ray-Ban Classic Wayfarer Sunglasses ($191) during New York Fashion Week

Eliza Huber wearing Ray-Ban Classic Wayfarer Sunglasses ($191) during New York Fashion Week

Ray-Ban's iconic Wayfarer shape goes through highs and lows among fashion people, like any other timeless style item, but it always comes back around. Wearers are consistently drawn to its effortless appeal and ease of purchase. Sure, there's a thrill in buying something hard to find or somehow exclusive, but it gets old quickly. In a bind, I'd much rather be able to walk into Nordstrom or Sunglass Hut and buy my favorite pair of sunglasses.

Clearly, others agree. I saw the pair on my fellow Who What Wear editors, Kristen Nichols and Anna LaPlaca, as well as Vogue writer Maddie Schulz. Influencers ditched their usual designer shades for the timeless staple too, styling them down with a black top and jeans or up with a knee-length skirt and kitten heels. Outside of fashion week, they're just as versatile, whether paired with workout clothes or a date-night dress. Personally, I think a pair belongs in everyone's wardrobe.

Keep scrolling to see how chic people in New York wore them during fashion week, and while you're at it, shop the classic style.

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At Who What Wear, we're always keeping a close eye on the streets of London, where the city's chicest dressers offer a master class in effortless, distinctly British style. With London Fashion Week for the spring/summer 2027 season kicking off yesterday and the top fashion insiders in town, the streets are as compelling as the runways.

This season, the city's fashion crowd is gravitating toward a refined approach to dressing that balances polish and practicality. After all, that's what a packed schedule of shows and unpredictable British weather demand. Rather than chasing fleeting trends, they're investing in considered wardrobe staples and elevating them with subtle, personal touches, whether through unique accessories or intricate details on the garments. Think tailored outerwear, like trench coats and fitted blazers; directional layering, such as tying a button-down shirt or sweater around jeans instead of adding a belt; and London-esque flats, including square-toe ballet flats and low-profile sneakers.

To show what I mean, I've scoured many street style photos from London Fashion Week so far and curated an edit of the 10 chicest outfits. These are the looks worth bookmarking and referencing as you get dressed in the autumnal months ahead. Keep scrolling to discover the elegant outfit formulas.

Best Street Style Outfits From London Fashion Week

Get the look: V-neck sweater + Woven belt + Relaxed trousers + Square-toe flats

Get the look: Long-sleeve Henley shirt + Graphic midi skirt + Closed-toe wedges + Tote bag

Get the look: Fitted jacket + Barrel-leg pants + Oversize sunglasses + Slouchy clutch

Get the look: Trench coat + Cropped jeans + Loafers + Colored socks

Get the look: Scoop-neck top + Midi skirt + Heeled sandals + East-west bag

Get the look: Striped button-down shirt + Midi dress + Top-handle bag + Heeled Mary Janes

Get the look: Oversize leather jacket + Animal-print midi skirt + Heeled slingbacks + Slouchy clutch

Get the look: Cinch-waist jacket + Straight-leg jeans + Animal-print shoes + Bowler bag

Get the look: Polo sweater + Button-down shirt + Maxi skirt + Pumps

Get the look: Half-zip sweatshirt + Sweater + Jeans + Ballet flats

Fact: New Yorkers have great style 365 days a year. When fashion week rolls into town, however, the outfits are a real sight to behold. This season, the industry's top editors, critics, buyers, influencers, and models all brought their A game to New York Fashion Week, and these pictures prove it.

After sifting through hundreds of street style images captured in the past week, I noticed a few prominent themes. On one end of the spectrum, bold dressers are seemingly enthralled with one specific animal print. No, it's not leopard! Tiger print is the pattern of choice these days, and I'm certainly not complaining. Those who favor a minimalist look nixed colors and prints altogether, instead opting for sleek outfits reminiscent of Carolyn Bessette Kennedy's wardrobe. Scroll down to see examples of my four favorite NYFW street style trends this season.

The Best NYFW Street Style Trends of the Season

1. CBK Minimalism

Many showgoers eschewed prints, colors, embellishments, and extras in favor of black-and-white color palettes, sleek silhouettes, and minimal accessories. Worthy of '90s icons, these straightforward outfits were utterly timeless and completely elegant.

2. Fit to Be Tied

This season, tons of women tied sweaters around their waists and shoulders. For some, it provided a bright pop of color against an otherwise neutral outfit, and others chose sweaters that matched their outfits. It's arguably the easiest styling trick of all time, yet it can really pack a punch.

3. A Classic Combo

What's more timeless than a white button-down shirt and a pair of blue jeans? Nothing. This season, the fashion set showed off several different ways to wear the classic outfit combo that will never go out of style. Each person put their own spin on it: Some added lots of jewelry, and others kept the accessories minimal. I also noticed a variety of denim silhouettes, from straight-leg to baggy.

4. Tiger Print

Leopard has long been the animal print of choice for fashion week attendees, but this season, tiger print has surged in popularity. The styling options are endless. You can play up the pattern's boldness with bright colors or balance it with all-black pieces.