5 New "Ugly" Trends Descending On the Fashion World This Fall

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Courtesy of Ganni

Rejoice—practical boots are here to stay. The chunky, lug-soled stompers that have been trending are getting a new look this fall with an up-to-the-knee height like the ones from Ganni and Bottega Veneta.

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Courtesy of Bottega Veneta

The color trend everyone loves to hate on is coming for your closet. Shades of rich mocha, espresso, and dark chocolate are on the rise, and in fall-ready silhouettes like ribbed knits and long skirts, it's actually quite chic.

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Courtesy of Prada

Move over, grandma. The era of "grandpa" dressing is officially upon us, and fall is ushering in the rise of sweater vests. In everything from bright jewel tones and clean neutrals, these knits are 100% chicer than what our dear grandpas are sporting.

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Courtesy of Ganni

Dramatic collars are taking it back to the Victorian era with oversized shapes and delicate ruffle trim. Style them with jeans for a bit of zhuzh or embrace the old-school vibe when you layer one underneath a sweater.

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Courtesy of Bottega Veneta

Fringe usually has a connotation with western style, but for fall, the fashion crowd is reclaiming the look and giving it an elevated new spin in exaggerated XL-length fringe as we saw on the Bottega Veneta runway.