25 Genius Outfit Ideas to Wear Ahead of the Pack
When it comes to the best outfits in 2020, what will we see? The runway shows offer some insight, but the looks fashion insiders are wearing do as well. If you’re looking to get a head start on trends for the New Year, you’ll want to pay attention to exactly what influencers are wearing right now.
Ahead, I’m highlighting some of their genius outfit formulas that are sure to carry over to 2020. From unexpected combos like blazers and tight and clashing colors that somehow work to head-to-toe neutrals and boots paired with dresses, these are the fashion-forward looks that are sure to define fashion long well into next year. Here, find inspiration for how to dress next season and pick up on some styling tricks to pull off the looks.
Tonal layering is the foolproof outfit trick that will never go out of style.
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Breathe new life into your blazers by pairing them with white tights and heels.
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Layer bold colors on top of one another.
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Swap out a regular trench coat for a leather version.
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When it comes to loud colors, the more the better.
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Lug sole boots look seriously cool when paired with dresses.
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The best way to wear button-down tops? Buttoned only part of the way and left half-way open.
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Wear a long jacket in place of a dress.
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Really embrace cozy outerwear to survive the cold winter months.
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Wear a head-to-toe knitwear look.
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Mix unexpected prints like checks and florals.
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Pair different shades of white together for a dynamic tonal look.
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Clashing prints have never looked so cool.
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Grab your miniskirts and wear them with knee-high boots.
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Simple and classic. This look will always be in style.
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Make pantsuit feel modern by wearing one with sneakers.
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There's simply nothing better than a pair of straight-leg jeans worn with a black top and heels.
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Need some inspiration for how to pull off a statement hat? Look no further.
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Faux fur will continue to be huge in 2020, especially in electric shades.
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Learn to embrace vibrant color.
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Match the color of your coat to your bag.
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Two-tone pieces are about to be huge.
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Wear a belt bag to cinch a puffer coat.
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Now, this is definitely the coolest way to wear your sweatpants.
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Add a pop of red to brown tones.
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Kristen Nichols is the Associate Director, Special Projects at Who What Wear with over a decade of experience in fashion, editorial, and publishing. She oversees luxury and runway content as well as wedding features, and covers fashion within the luxury market, runway reporting, shopping features, trends, and interviews with leading industry experts. She also contributes to podcast recordings, social media, and branded content initiatives. Kristen has worked with brands including Prada, Chanel, Tiffany & Co., and MyTheresa, and rising designers such as Refine and Tove, and her style has been featured in publications including Vogue.com, Vogue France, WWD, and the CFDA. Before Who What Wear, Kristen began her career at Rodarte, where she worked on styling, photo shoots, and runway shows, and at Allure, where she moved into print and digital editorial. She graduated from the University of Southern California, where she studied art history and business, and currently lives in New York.
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