I Live in NYC, and These Are the Fall Trends I'm Buying

Burberry F/W 19

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If you can believe it, I actually don’t own a trench coat. I’ve got rain jackets aplenty and way too many winter coats, but few things for in between. For fall, I plan to change that by opting for one of the souped-up styles trending at all our favorite brands right now. My heart tells me this Burberry one is for me, but per usual, my budget says otherwise.

Area F/W 19

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Houndstooth was on more F/W 19 runways than we could count this past February, which means that the classic print is making a modern comeback in a major way. While I can be wary of print trends, I love the neutral, easy-to-style nature of houndstooth and how it can be incorporated into almost any item. Plus, much like the animal-print resurgence of the past two years, even if you get over it temporarily, it will always come back later.

Khaite F/W 19

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Don’t get me wrong: I’m obsessed with mini bags. However, there’s ample proof that bigger bags are on the up and up, and you’ll hear no complaints from me. After all, as I mentioned earlier, sometimes you need to tote quite a bit around the city, so if big bags are cool again, all the better. 

Alexander McQueen F/W 19

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Everyone knows New Yorkers love all-black looks, so this one’s kind of a no-brainer. However, before you write this off as boring, know that the grunge trend is a unique take on the colorless look. Think lace, lace-up details, grommets, and anything else that gives off dark romance vibes.

Hellessy F/W 19

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For the season ahead, designers took sweater weather to a whole new level, and for that, we NYC girls are grateful. Aside from the obvious comfort factor, the fact that throwing a sweater over an outfit or wearing a matching knit set is going to be an actual fashion statement is just going to make getting dressed so much easier.

Max Mara F/W 19

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If you invested in mock-croc shoes last fall, you’re in luck because they’re back. I’m a huge fan for two main reasons: 1) No matter what the price, mock-croc makes any shoe look more expensive, and 2) they tend to be more durable than soft leather shoes. The only negative I can think of here is that while I already own several pairs, the next crop is cooler than ever, so I might just have to end up adding a few more to my wardrobe.

Sies Marjan F/W 19

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Investment-worthy? Check. Sleek and streamlined? Check. Actually keeps you warm in NYC? Check. Do you need more reasons to get behind the head-to-toe leather look for F/W 19? I think not.