After seeing one too many TikTok videos declaring thick, black opaque tights out, I was almost ready to resign myself to the idea that they were no longer a chic choice. Thankfully, Gracie Abrams has brought me back to reality with one of the most interesting takes on tights styling I've seen this season. Rather than opting for the usual black footwear, she went for high contrast, pairing her 80-denier tights with a polar-opposite pair of white pointed-toe heels.

Adding another flash of optic white, Gracie wore her tights and heels with a semi-sheer white minidress, creating a striking interplay between light and dark that gave her outfit an entirely fresh feel.

An unexpected tights-and-shoes combination, perhaps, but one that speaks to the bolder colour pairings gaining traction this season, from royal purple to energetic cobalt blue. If head-to-toe colour isn't your thing, though, black tights and white heels offer a more understated way to experiment with contrast while still giving your winter wardrobe a fresh perspective.

So, there's no need to pack your white heels away now that summer is over. Read on to shop the white heels and high-denier tights I'm recommending for the season ahead.

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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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I know all too well how tempting it is to fall back on a rotation of black and charcoal grey as the dark days of winter take hold. Comfortable in an edited palette of chic neutrals myself, I'm not here to tell you to abandon this approach. However, I would like to put you on to a new colour combination that feels a little brighter, but just as wearable.

Suddenly, I've spotted some of the chicest dressers reaching for the grey and white colour combination.

Not quite sure why it hasn't occurred to me sooner, Miranda Kerr made a case for the colour combination this week, pairing a pale grey jumper and tonal grey coat with a white, knee-grazing pencil skirt that brought a welcome hit of lightness to her winter look.

Alexa Chung also embraced the trend this week, styling a slate-grey strapless dress with a pair of white pointed-toe heels. While her look took a dressier approach, it felt just as elegant, rendered in the pared-back palette.

Despite being made up of two understated neutrals, grey and white offer a freshness that I don't always find in other classic colour pairings. Sophisticated without feeling stuffy, the combination is an easy way to bring a little energy into your winter wardrobe without having to reach for brighter, more exuberant shades.

And now that some of the most stylish women around are on board, I can see this easy pairing taking off. Inspired? Read on to shop the grey-and-white colour combination below.

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If, like me, you're clearing your schedule to binge-watch the latest season of Nobody Wants This, Adam Brody and Kristen Bell are probably occupying 90% of your brain space right now. Whilst The O.C.'s Seth Cohen will always hold a holy, unshakable place in my heart, this week, it's Kristen's autumn wardrobe that has my full, undivided attention. Currently on a press tour to promote the hit series, the actress has been hitting the streets of New York, swapping from one impossibly chic outfit for another.

Whether she's stepping out in a preppy striped polo jumper and jeans or creating a casually cool look in washed puddle jeans and a white T-shirt, every outfit has hit the seasonal style mark. Relaxed yet refined, each is charming, full of personality and easy to re-create. Naturally, we're obsessed, and it would be almost selfish not to let you in on the fun too. Scroll down to see and shop the three looks from Kristen Bell's autumn wardrobe that you simply can't miss out on.

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1. Funnel-Neck Leather Jacket + Wrap Trousers + Satin Heels

Style Notes: When I saw this look, I knew it needed to make this roundup. Pairing a rich burgundy funnel-neck jacket with a dressy pair of high-waisted wrap trousers, this 'fit serves as pure high-low styling inspiration. And the satin heels? An extra touch of elegance, especially when finished with that iconic croc Hermès Kelly. Off-duty styling at its very best.

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2. Fringe Jacket + Bermuda Shorts + Slouch Boots

Style Notes: Running to an appearance on Jimmy Fallon, Kristen went minimal in a stylish black and navy look. Her midnight suede fringe leather jacket and slouched boots felt less boho and more It-girl, thanks in part to her Bermuda shorts and The Row '90s bag. Breaking up the heaviness of a monochrome look with something tonal and low-contrast is a smart move, especially when in a stylish slouchy shape. This is how you play with colour and texture in a sophisticated way.

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3. Striped Polo Jumper + Jeans + Leather Trainers

Style Notes: Keeping things casual, Kristen still maintained her trademark polish, even in a dressed-down look. Reaching for a fun and playful striped polo knit, her choice of wide-leg indigo jeans and minimal black leather trainers kept her outfit softly tailored but still carefree. And the cherry on top? Well, that would be her red beanie and burgundy Chanel bag. Not only do they help tie in the polo with the rest of the look, but they also happen to be super functional for a chilly, busy day on the go.

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From here on out, I'll be taking my airport styling inspiration straight from Naomi Watts. This week, she made a pair of grey track pants look surprisingly polished, thanks to two clever styling choices: a sleek leather jacket and a vibrant red pair of trainers. Rather than reaching for the more predictable Ugg boots or slipper shoes, Naomi gave her relaxed trousers a welcome injection of colour, tapping into a winter shade that's gaining momentum right now.

Still comfortable enough for a long-haul flight, her red trainers felt like a far more considered choice than classic white, adding a pop of colour without compromising on practicality.

Naomi's black leather jacket brought another layer of polish to the look, with its glossy finish offering a sleek contrast to the laid-back track pants and trainers. Finished with sunglasses and a baseball cap, she created one of the chicest celebrity airport outfits I've seen in some time.

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In my opinion, winter's arrival is no excuse to resign yourself to a rotation of black, beige and brown. As the days grow drearier and the nights draw in, I'd argue it's actually the perfect time to introduce some colour into your wardrobe, if only for the mood-boosting benefits. Which is exactly why I'll be taking my winter styling cues from Hailey Bieber, who this week brought a welcome pop of cobalt blue to an otherwise all-black outfit.

A favourite shade among fashion insiders, this punchy blue is poised to have a major moment this season, as a wider shift towards bolder, more attention-grabbing colours gathers momentum.

Among the first celebrities I've spotted embracing the trend this season, Hailey Bieber swapped the predictable beige wrap coat for a sleek, single-breasted style in the striking shade. And while Bieber might be among the first to champion the colour this season, brands are already delivering chic outerwear in the vibrant hue—all signs that this trend is one to watch.

If you're looking for an easy way to breathe new life into your winter rotation, read on to shop the cobalt-blue coats I'm recommending below.

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As if overnight, winter seems to have arrived, and if you're anything like me, you might have spent this morning rummaging through the depths of your wardrobe for last season's coat to ward off the chill. With outerwear on my mind, I've been keeping an eye out for the new-season silhouettes that feel most relevant for winter 2026.

Right on cue, Alexa Chung stepped out in London wearing the very coat trend I've got my eye on for the season ahead. Strolling through leafy London streets, the model and presenter wrapped her jeans-and-T-shirt outfit in a long-line grey coat, finished with a covetable fur-trimmed collar.

Tracing the nape of her neck, the fluffy detail brought some drama to her otherwise understated look, in keeping with Alexa's typically unfussy approach to dressing. Fur-trimmed finishes have been emerging as a key trend this season, as designers embrace more ornate details, a touch of whimsy and a little extra drama in our winter wardrobes.

Even better, Alexa skipped a fresh-from-the-runway design in favour of an elegant wrap coat from high-street favourite Aligne. Opting for the brand's George Faux-Fur Collar Wrap Coat (£295), she picked hers up in a pale shade of slate grey, but the in-demand style also comes in navy and black. If you're tempted to introduce a little more drama into your winter wardrobe but aren't quite ready to embrace the opera coat trend, this feels like the perfect everyday alternative.

Whilst Alexa used hers to elevate the humble jeans-and-T-shirt combination, I can see this style working just as well layered over a sleek, figure-skimming dress.

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You'd be forgiven for entering the winter months with a wardrobe made up almost exclusively of navy, chocolate brown and the occasional splash of burgundy. After all, these are the exact shades we've been told work best for crafting a cold-weather-ready rotation. This time around, however, I'm making a case for adding another colour to the mix.

Stepping out in New York, I spotted Zoë Kravitz wearing the chicest raspberry knit, complete with a matching scarf. Paired with black trousers, trainers and a coat, the vibrant shade brought a welcome burst of energy to her outfit while feeling entirely at home against an otherwise dark palette.

More vibrant than chocolate brown, navy or even burgundy, raspberry offers a refreshing alternative to the deeper tones we tend to gravitate towards throughout winter. Rich enough to complement our cold-weather wardrobes, it injects colour without feeling out of place.

Whilst Zoë's raspberry knit and scarf made the perfect finishing touch to her all-black look, this shade would work just as well alongside other winter staples, particularly chocolate brown and slate grey, breathing new life into the pieces you already own, without straying too far from the season's signature palette.

An under-the-radar colour trend that's well worth getting to know, read on to shop my edit of the chicest pieces in the shade.

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I don’t recall exactly how I came to own the entire filmography of pre-teen Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen. After all, I was born too late to have watched Full House live on air and was barely old enough to see New York Minute in cinemas. And yet, as an only child growing up in the early 2000s without any reference to their origins as Michelle Tanner, their collective works mysteriously appeared in my DVD collection one day, almost like kismet. With their sandy-blonde hair and matching outfits, I was instantly enthralled from the second they appeared on screen. As a commercial for one of their many lines of merchandise, which ran before each movie, drilled into me, "Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen are really cool; it would be so great to hang out with them!"

Call it indoctrination or just tactful marketing, this has been a resounding mantra that has echoed throughout my entire life. As I’ve grown and my tastes have evolved, my fascination with the Olsen twins has shifted from coveting their Charlotte Simone-esque coats from Winning London to obsessing over whatever archival pieces have been curated by Mon Vintage exclusively for The Row’s flagship boutiques. Still, in a society hellbent on orienting itself around specific personality archetypes—read: Every Outfit’s We Should All Be Mirandas, the rise of new-wave astrology and identifying which of the Girls you are—one important question remains: am I more Mary-Kate or Ashley?

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Over the years, the sister I identified most with has waxed and waned; I adore Mary-Kate’s eclectic dressing, relate to Ashley’s pragmatic acumen and yet find a kindred spirit in the way they both apply a highly artistic lens to every endeavour, whether that be the James Turrell art they display in their stores or the Lisa Eisner jewellery that decorates their necks.

Given how notoriously reserved both women are, insights into their private lives, mainly obtained through their off-duty style via incredibly rare sightings, are mere fleeting glimpses. We glean knowledge of their personalities through a very small window. Yet, considering how long they’ve endured in the public eye and, in turn, made a fashion empire out of their style impulses, we cling to these brief moments as gospel, and for some of us, these glances do more to help navigate getting dressed than any personality test ever could.

"If you’re a true fashion girl, you’re interested in Mary-Kate and Ashley and what they’re wearing. You know the influence they have in the industry and over women in general," says Rachel Roberts, founder of fan account @olsenologyy. Boasting over 20,000 followers, the Texas-based creator spends her days working in the mortgage industry and her evenings moonlighting on Instagram as the definitive oracle on all things Olsen twins. "They’re fashion’s north stars."

Roberts started the account as a way to connect with others who worship at the altar of the Olsen twins. "I post almost every day, and I'm very interactive, so I think that’s what resonates with other Olsen enthusiasts who want the same thing I do, which is a friend to gab about the Olsens with." (For the record, Roberts herself identifies as "intrinsically a Mary-Kate girl".)

Speaking on the major differences between the two, Roberts distils it down to the following: "Ashley is boho chic, and Mary-Kate is boho grunge. Ashley’s approach has always been more minimalist; modern, very classic, elegant and never too much going on. Meanwhile, Mary-Kate’s approach is definitely more maximalist; a bit more adventurous and unconventional, even moody. They really are the perfect duo; they complement each other so well."

"Their individual styles have definitely become more aligned over the years," Roberts adds. "As they’ve matured, their style has slowly drifted closer and closer to The Row’s aesthetic: refined, understated but always chic and cool. The girls love vintage, but they need elevated core basics to pair with their designer pieces, so the main function of The Row is to create those pieces they’re missing in their [own] wardrobes. [It’s] the perfect canvas for their more ostentatious embellishments.:

Knowing whether you’re an Ashley or a Mary-Kate offers so much more than just aligning yourself with one particular sensibility. Their respective tastes serve as a paradigm through which you can understand and deconstruct style, whilst also co-signing the fact that you share a common palate, if you will.

Take a white T-shirt, for instance. Back in 2006, this humble wardrobe staple became the thesis for which Ashley built their entire brand around, following in the footsteps of Donna Karan’s "Seven Easy Pieces" style philosophy. "I really believe that an individual looks best in jeans and a T-shirt… or something beautiful with a simple silhouette or whatever it may be," she said in their 2008 book, Influence. "But at the end of the day, it comes down to the person and who they are.”

It’s this precise analysis that explains why the twins have not only become such prolific style icons in their own right, but an accessible muse to many. Style is not a stagnant thing, and the beauty of the Olsen twins is that they act as vessels for us to channel our most creative impulses through. Some days, I want to indulge my inner rich aunt, so I’ll channel Ashley more through her pristine tailoring and crisp touches, pairing the white T-shirt with architectural jeans and a cocooning yet sculptural coat. At other times, I want to evoke something more free-spirited, albeit still as expensive-looking, so I’ll look to Mary-Kate’s penchant for paisley Yaser Shaw pashmina wraps and distressed Birkins by layering it with a more raggedy casualness.

"I often wonder if it has anything to do with how they marketed growing up, or if it was just a natural progression," Roberts ponders. "Ashley has always preferred simpler silhouettes and cleaner combinations, whilst Mary-Kate described her style as 'quirky, modern, bohemian'. Her style is more controlled, but there’s always a funky element incorporated, something interesting that makes you take a second look."

Still, for fervent followers, making a distinction between the pair through what they wear is second nature. "Mary-Kate always accessorises more and tends to wear one silhouette until she’s over it, whereas Ashley stays pretty consistent with her silhouette and keeps it simple," Roberts adds. For the eagle-eyed fans, it’s knowing things like, "Mary-Kate is left-handed but carries her purse on her right arm. Ashley is right-handed and wears her purse on the left."

Ultimately, there’s no real way of knowing what separates an Ashley from a Mary-Kate other than what they’ve seldom confessed. As for their own admissions? Ashley carries Deepak Chopra manifestation cards, wears a Cartier Pasha Seatimer, has shared that her favourite perfume is Christian Dior’s Bois d'Argent and is a fan of Mick Jagger. Mary-Kate is more of a Jim Morrison girl, collects vintage ashtrays from Hermès, adores Zandra Rhodes kaftans and is a huge admirer of Stanley Kubrick. Perhaps the real way to tell them apart is to pay attention to the details they’ve chosen to leave behind.

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You can pretty much guarantee that wherever there's a good jeans trend, I'll be right behind it. Whether it's Kate Moss-coded skinnies or a timeless pair of straight-leg jeans, I've long been a believer that the right shape can completely transform your personal style. Now puddle jeans are trending again, I've been looking for the best way to style the relaxed silhouette that fits loosely through the leg but gathers around the ankle, and then along came Kristen Bell, answering my prayers in a white T-shirt-and-black-heel combo worth its weight in gold.

Pictured just hours before the release of Nobody Wants This Season 3, the actress was spotted on the streets of New York in a washed pair of straight, puddle-leg jeans. With no gimmicks, clashing colours or vibrant prints, she used this classic pairing to show how an easy outfit that feels unfussy and inherently relaxed can still look polished and considered. Finished with a personalised canvas tote from BaubleBar and cat-eye sunglasses, her sleek black heels were the perfect finishing touch. A pointed toe for daytime? I'm convinced: the architectural sharpness immediately elevates distressed denim.

Sure, this look would have been just as good with trainers and ballet flats, a blouse or a chunky-knit jumper, but this exact combo is perfection. Elegant but not too contrived; if you want to replicate it, keep scrolling to see and shop the T-shirts and heels that make puddle jeans look their best.

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I truly believe there are few wardrobe items quite as chic as a long-line, ankle-grazing coat. Draping over an outfit, these encompassing coats bring polish and cohesion that, in my eyes, have always worked best with a boot. So, when I spotted Dua Lipa strolling down the street in a long-line trench and trainers, I couldn't help but take note.

I'd have assumed that trainers might take away from the sleekness of a maxi coat—I would have been wrong. Her black pair, free from bold colours or fussy details, felt as streamlined as the dark grey coat above them, creating a considered pairing.

Layering a pale grey hoodie beneath her winter coat, she finished the outfit with black leggings, whilst the dark trainers reinforced the outfit's pared-back feel in a way that white trainers simply wouldn't have.

A long-line coat remains one of my favourite ways to elevate an outfit through winter, and Dua has reminded me that boots simply aren't the only way to style them.

If you want to give your styling an autumn 2026 update, my advice is to look beyond the usual seasonal shades and weave a little colour into your outfits instead. Case in point: Jennifer Lawrence, who stepped out in New York, swapping autumn's predictable suede brown bags for a Hermès style in the punchiest shade of apple green.

Almost anti-autumn in its vibrancy, the jolt of colour challenges everything we thought we knew about dressing for the cooler months—and that's exactly where the chicest dressers are heading in 2026. Giving vibrant hues such as apple green, royal purple and papaya orange the airtime they deserve, the autumn/winter runways are encouraging us to rethink our approach to seasonal colour, moving beyond the traditional palette in favour of the unexpected.

Taking my cues from the coolest, Jennifer's latest look is enough to convince me that this bag colour trend has legs. Keeping the rest of her outfit low-key, the actor used her apple-green pouch to bring dimension to a simple navy knit and jeans combination.

Whilst Jennifer had a Hermès bag in tow, high-street and designer labels alike are embracing the trend. I've spotted particularly good apple-green iterations at Zara, Topshop and Miu Miu this season. Read on to shop my edit of the best apple-green bags to get Jennifer's look.

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A jumper, jeans and trainers outfit is an autumn styling formula that will never, ever date. However, within each category, silhouettes and shades ebb and flow with the seasons. For autumn 2026, Kristen Bell already has the season's most relevant iterations down.

Swapping a classic crew-neck knit for a polo-collared style, the actor paired her trending jumper with jeans in an inky indigo wash, before finishing her outfit with a sleek pair of black leather trainers.

Notably more directional than your everyday jeans-and-knitwear pairing, whilst nobody is suggesting that crew-neck knits are by any means "out", it's hard to deny the appeal of the preppier polo knit this season. Championed by the likes of Miu Miu, this collegiate style brings a sporty, slightly undone energy to an outfit that works oh-so-well with one of the season's favourite denim trends.

Speaking of which, if you've been paying attention to the style set this season, you'll no doubt have noticed that indigo denim is having a moment. With its rich, deep tone, this darker wash feels in step with the cooler months ahead, as its subtle depth adds a considered finish that makes it easy to feel much more elevated.

Whilst Kristen could have completed her look with a predictable pair of white trainers, she instead opted for a black leather pair, choosing a sleek, slim-soled style that feels far more relevant for autumn 2026. Sitting somewhere between a trainer and a Derby shoe, these polished black pairs offer a smarter, more refined take on everyday sneakers.

So, if you're planning to rely on the tried-and-tested jumper, jeans and trainers formula this season, consider working a polo knit, deep indigo denim and streamlined black trainers into your edit. Read on to shop my picks of the best pieces to get the look below.

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Kendall Jenner’s Instagram page is an excellent temperature check on what the cool girls are wearing right now. With her less-is-more approach to styling (save, of course, for a red-carpet occasion), the model is one of the first people I turn to when I’m after some new-season inspiration. And just this week, she shone a light on a low-key, high-impact styling trend I’m increasingly spotting among some of the chicest dressers.

For a work event, Kendall updated her tried-and-tested jeans-and-a-T-shirt formula, swapping a basic white tee for a poppy red style instead.

Her latest outing got me thinking about just how widespread this T-shirt trend has become. Popping up in place of simple white tees, vibrant red styles are being worn with everything from classic blue jeans and khaki trousers to simple black tailoring.

If you tend to keep your wardrobe rotation within the palette of black, grey and white, a simple T-shirt is one of the easiest ways to introduce a little colour without straying too far from your usual style.

Whilst the trend might feel as though it’s emerged suddenly, I don’t expect it to disappear anytime soon. From Flore Flore’s perfect red tee to COS’s reliably excellent offering, read on to shop the red T-shirts I’d recommend adding to your collection this season.

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Not loafers, not ballet flats—the celebrity style set has a new go-to flat shoe trend, and all of a sudden, they're wearing them absolutely everywhere. Bursting onto the scene, slipper shoes—yes, you read that correctly—slippers, crafted in the same pared-back silhouette as the pairs you might find in a hotel room, are fast becoming the fashion set's flat shoe of choice.

Sometimes rendered in lightweight cotton fabrics, other times in richer, more structured leathers, this flat shoe trend is taking off in all its forms.

Putting me onto the trend, I spotted model Emily Ratajkowski boarding a flight in a pair of white slipper shoes just last week. Styled with tailored trousers, the sleek, simple design kept her outfit feeling relaxed and pared-back, but the smarter silhouette of her trousers gave the otherwise casual shoes a surprisingly chic feel.

Whilst they're an obvious choice for in-flight styling, where comfort reigns supreme, I was more surprised to see them make an appearance on date night. Last week, Jennifer Lawrence wore her own pair of black leather slipper shoes for an evening out with her husband. Styled with a satin maxi dress and an elegant tweed jacket, the flats looked far more elevated than their name might suggest, slotting seamlessly into her polished outfit.

Then, spotted for a third time in the very same week, Kendall Jenner opted for the versatile shoes to see her through her working day. Wearing hers with white jeans and a simple white tee at a work event over the weekend, she answered the question her celebrity counterparts had left me wondering: do slipper shoes work with denim, too? I'm very pleased to report that the answer is yes.

With three supremely stylish outings already under their belt, I don't think it'll be long before these low-key shoes have a much bigger moment. If you want to get ahead of the trend, read on to shop my edit of the best pairs available now.

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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 you've tried your hand at styling bootcut jeans, you'll know that finding the right shoe pairing isn't always as easy as it seems. Whilst heels never fail to elevate this denim silhouette, they're hardly the shoes I feel compelled to wear on a daily basis. Which leaves me with flats—a notoriously tricky match for bootcut jeans. So, when Kate Moss stepped out this week wearing hers with a sleek pair of black loafers, I knew I'd found a combination worth revisiting.

My usual issue with styling bootcut jeans with flats is that the extra fabric tends to pool around the hem, leaving the overall look feeling a little too slouchy. Loafers, however, offer a clever solution. Whether it's their collegiate associations or their sleek, often glossy finish, they bring a sharper, more polished edge that balances out the relaxed feel of the denim.

Keeping things unfussy but cohesive, Kate layered a black knit with a chunky black belt and a pair of black sunglasses into her look. With a pile of magazines tucked into the crook of her arm, the model's look—from the denim to those mags—is one I can see myself coming back to throughout the cooler months and well beyond.

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Finding the right shoes to wear with a red dress isn't always easy. Black and cream are failsafe options, of course, but they're far from the most interesting. Red shoes can feel a little too matchy-matchy, so where does that leave us when it comes to building a cohesive outfit that doesn't clash? Well, Victoria Beckham has just stepped out in a pairing that makes the answer feel simple.

Wearing the sleekest satin dress in a striking letterbox-red shade, Victoria created one of the chicest colour combinations I've come across this season, styling her look with a pair of plum heels. Bringing just as much depth to the outfit as the red itself, the rich purple shade felt like the perfect counterpoint to the dress's vibrant hue.

Neither fading into the background nor competing with the red, plum was the chicest finishing touch. The pairing also taps into the red-and-purple colour combination that gained momentum during Fashion Month just a few weeks ago. I'm not surprised to see this richer, winter-ready take on the trend starting to gain traction.

While I'm now ready to consider plum heels a go-to for red dresses, I can see this shoe trend working just as well with jeans, too. If you're tempted to try the pairing yourself, read on for the plum heels I'd recommend shopping below.

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I’ve said it once and I’ll say it again: there's nothing comfier than slipping into a pair of leggings. Once written off as solely activewear, for years fashion insiders tried (and failed) to convince us that comfort and style had to be mutually exclusive and that stretch spandex had no place outside the walls of a gym. Thankfully, all that outside noise is in the past and fashion's best dressed regularly show us that laidback can be luxe in equal measure. So, naturally when I stumbled across not one but two off-duty celebrities (Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and Sofia Richie Grainge) rocking leggings in the exact same shade of chocolate brown, I knew this was a trend I simply had to share.

Sofia was all smiles in a post-gym 'fit, styling hers with a grey graphic jumper; and whilst her look would still look chic with a black pair of leggings, the rich, earthy tone helped to ground such a cutesy top without compromising the outfit's casual feel. Finished with a pair of technical white trainers (both practical and stylish), her leggings completed the off-duty look in a way that felt highly styled.

On the other side of the Atlantic, Rosie proved that she was still every bit the Victoria's Secret (ex) Angel as she posed for a snap in the gym. Sporting a full matching set from Alo, it was the sumptuous shade of brown that got my full attention. Quietly elegant and inherently expensive, the understated hue offered a richer alternative to black, one that has autumnal appeal and feels like a fresh way to wear casual pieces.

After seeing further proof that brown leggings pair just as well with boots and ballet flats as they do with Sofia and Rosie's trainers, I'm convinced that they picking up where black left off. And, with the weather only getting colder, it won't be long before comfy leggings and chunky knits become our go-to once again. Ready to try brown leggings for yourself? Scroll to shop the best on the market below.

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You can pretty much guarantee that where Sienna Miller leads, I will follow, and never has that felt quite so true as this week, when I spotted the actor stepping out in London in one of the chicest pairs of black knee-high boots I've seen this season. Crucially, she opted for a flat pair rather than a heeled style—a silhouette that's surprisingly hard to find a truly elegant iteration of. Her choice? A glossy black leather pair from British high-street favourite Dune. With a sleek, chisel-toe finish and an elongated design that reaches the knee, these boots brought a sophisticated feel straight to the foundation of her look.

Finding a flat knee-high boot that feels genuinely elegant isn't always easy. Too often, the options that catch my eye come with a heel, making them far less practical for everyday wear. Sienna's pair retains all of the poise of a heeled boot, with a slim sole and sleek design, yet with none of the discomfort of being propped up on the balls of your feet.

Styling hers with black tailored knee-length shorts, the pairing left just a sliver of skin between the hem and the top of the boots, bringing a lightness to the outfit that felt balanced against the navy knit she paired it with. A woven handbag sat in her grip, and dark sunglasses framed her eyes, giving me a chic autumn outfit I'll be drawing inspiration from throughout these milder days.

Whilst Sienna's boots proved the perfect pairing for her knee-length shorts, I'd wear them just as readily with a knee-length or longer skirt. Then, come winter, they'll offer an extra layer of warmth beneath longer trousers or even tucked into jeans.

Priced at £189, Dune's Leather Knee-High Boots won't stay in stock for long. If you're looking to invest in a pair of flat knee-high boots this season, read on to shop Miller's exact pair, alongside my edit of the best styles on the market right now.

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Graphic tees are back, and if you’re considering adding this classic staple to your wardrobe, might I suggest a chic new-season denim trend to wear alongside it? Courtesy of ’90s It Girl Chloë Sevigny and New York cool girl Dakota Johnson, I’m now convinced that chocolate brown is the chicest jeans colour to pair with graphic tees right now.

Clocking the cool combination, I spotted Chloë out earlier this week wearing a deep navy graphic raglan tee with chocolate brown jeans, cropped and flared just above the ankle. The rich, earthy denim added depth to her playful top, bringing an autumnal energy to her casual look. Finished with loafers—always my favourite footwear choice for a kick-flare silhouette—the jeans and tee pairing felt easy and elevated.

Doubling down, Dakota Johnson was also spotted out wearing chocolate brown jeans this week, this time cut to a slightly baggier silhouette and styled with a black graphic tee. With its rich, chocolatey finish, dark brown denim feels particularly well suited to the colder months ahead; meanwhile, graphic tees offer an easy way to keep the look relaxed.

If you’re inspired by the pairing, read on to shop the brown jeans worth wearing with graphic tees this season.

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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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It’s true that Hailey Bieber can sell us anything: a phone case exclusively designed to hold lip balms, blush sticks so tiny they can fit into your pocket, a pair of loose-cut baggy jeans. However, for her latest endeavour, which is no doubt bound to be another commercial success, the Rhode Beauty founder has returned to her roots. Teaming up with British activewear brand Adanola, which has previously worked with the likes of Kendall Jenner and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, the brand has revealed a 23-piece capsule collection designed exclusively with Hailey.

Earlier this month, Hailey teased the collaboration when she took to TikTok to film a video of herself sewing a pair of pointe shoes. Now, almost a decade after she last performed as a classical ballerina, she has stepped up to the barre for the accompanying campaign. For the uninitiated, Hailey trained as a dancer throughout her entire childhood and teenage years. She eventually hung up the tutu in favour of sleek Saint Laurent blazers as she began her professional modelling career. However, as the collection confirms, her love for the performing art runs deep.

The pieces are deeply entrenched in the styling cues adopted by ballet dancers throughout their training. It’s less of the hauntingly beautiful costumes Rodarte made for Natalie Portman in The Black Swan and more Julia Stiles' character Sara auditioning for Juilliard in Save the Last Dance. Her highly considered personal style comes through the fold, with the brand confirming the rehearsal studio was their primary source of inspiration.

"It's rooted in the instinctive way dancers layer, adapt and personalise their uniforms," Adanola writes in a press release. "Hailey's own history of creating looks—rolling and ruching trousers, cutting tights into bolero tops and cropping sweaters—became a driving [force] for the collection," the brand adds.

It's now available to shop, but I had the exclusive opportunity to try the collection on before its official launch. Though my athletic aptitude begins and ends with my ability to do a short spine stretch in my Reformer Pilates classes, I was genuinely impressed by how this collection feels authentically fit for movement.

Oftentimes, fashion figures will simply add their names to pre-existing pairs of leggings and call it a day, but these pieces felt like an extension of someone’s wardrobe who lived and breathed movement in every form. Plus, as someone regularly caught in the crosshairs of paparazzi, Bieber knows all too well how looking good translates to feeling good, too. These pieces aren’t just made to be seen in, however.

Of course, you could wear them running errands and still look meticulously put-together, but if you plan on actually working out in these pieces, you’ll be pleasantly surprised to hear that they’re also made for function. So, without further ado, scroll through to read my honest review of the Adanola X Hailey Bieber collection.

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The collection is made up of 23 pieces, ranging from bike shorts to yoga pants and tank tops with sweetheart necklines and thick straps. The colour palette is what you’d expect for something inspired by ballet, with quite a lot of slipper pinks, dusty light blues, deep blacks and chocolate browns. The outerwear offering is quite considered, too, with ribbed zip-ups in burnt beiges to fleecy zip-ups in muted mauves.

The pièce de résistance, however, has to be the loungewear. Designed for low-intensity days, these styles include yoga pants with a foldover waistband and low-back long-sleeve tops. In saying that, my favourite items were the styling accessories, including the chunky leg warmers and the sweet knitted bolero. I may not need these in my day-to-day life, but they did make me feel like Misty Copeland (one of the world’s greatest prima ballerinas and the American Ballet Theatre’s first Black female principal dancer).

Is the Hailey Bieber X Adanola Collection Worth It?

Yes, the Hailey Bieber X Adanola collection is worth it! The fabric is durable and designed to move with you, and the pieces are also incredibly trend-led, making them a worthy addition to any activewear drawer. Even wearing sample sizes—I tried on a size S when I typically take an M—these items felt really stretchy and comfortable whilst still maintaining that signature compression effect Adanola is known for.

The pieces are also unlike anything you can find currently on the market. The flared yoga pants feature ruching through the knee, for instance, and the ballet tops are designed with contrasting piping that gives those styles a more intentional edge. Plus, with a co-sign from Hailey, you know these items are guaranteed for quality. After all, she’s never put a foot wrong when it comes to lending her name to other brands.

How to Shop the Hailey Bieber X Adanola Collection

The Hailey Bieber X Adanola collection is currently available online at Adanola. However, you can shop the key pieces and Who What Wear UK’s favourites (before they sell out!) above.

I'm a jeans-and-heels person through and through, but years of experimenting with the pairing have taught me that not every one works. So, when I spotted Daisy Edgar-Jones stepping out in New York in a timeless pair of black pointed-toe pumps and my favourite style of jeans, I found a combination worth sharing. Opting for a long, straight-leg silhouette, Daisy allowed the sharp point of her shoes to peek out beneath her denim, creating a sleek, polished finish that felt elevated but not overly dressy.

Whilst I sometimes find that the curved shape of horseshoe jeans or the kick of a cropped flare can feel a little at odds with a tall, streamlined heel, a long-line stovepipe pair always delivers the kind of elongated silhouette I'm after.

Daisy completed her look with a cropped trench coat in a rich midnight blue, introducing a tonal element that made her outfit feel all the more considered.

Neither swallowed up by oversized, wide-leg denim nor set against skin-tight jeans, they're, for me, the denim silhouette to wear with this classic shoe trend this season. If you're tempted to try the pairing yourself, read on to shop my edit of the best jeans and heels to wear together.

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If anyone can convince me to ditch one of fashion’s longest-standing “rules”, it’s Victoria Beckham. Catching my attention this week, Victoria stepped out in New York wearing a winter colour combination that fashion people have long deemed a no-no. For the occasion, she opted for a slightly relaxed chocolate-brown suit, styling it with a black lace-trim camisole for an uncomplicated but entirely elegant look.

Long labelled a fashion faux pas, black and chocolate brown have consistently appeared on lists of colour combinations to avoid. In reality, though, I’ve always found that pairing these two rich, dark shades brings a depth to an outfit that few other combinations can quite replicate.

By introducing black through the delicate lace-trimmed camisole, she broke up the chocolate-brown tailoring without compromising the look’s rich, tonal feel. True to form, she kept the rest of her styling pared-back, letting the combination do the talking rather than relying on excess jewellery or embellishment.

If this proves anything, it’s that some fashion rules are worth breaking. And if Victoria Beckham is anything to go by, black and chocolate brown might just be one of the chicest combinations to try this season. Read on to shop my favourite black and brown pieces available now.

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As soon as the temperature drops and the light, long evenings of summer start to fade into distant memory, one shoe brand comes to mind: Ugg boots. Slipping your feet into toe-warming shearling and strokably soft suede is the fashion equivalent of going into hibernation, and over the past few years, Uggs have shed their scruffy connotations and cemented their status as the cold-weather shoe of choice for It girls and fashion people alike.

Whether the classic midis favoured by Kendall Jenner and Jennifer Lawrence or the easy slip-on clog-type styles, these cosy-meets-cool shoes have always made leaving the house in freezing temperatures much more manageable. However, whether they could ever look chic has been debated for some time. That is until today, when Zoë Kravitz silenced the naysayers by pairing her Tasman II Slippers with flowy, ankle-skimming trousers in matching black.

Strolling the streets of New York arm in arm with Riley Keough on the set of the upcoming movie Die Alive, Zoë made a pretty convincing case for the Ugg-boot outfit. Wearing a loose white jersey jumper, almost-barrel-leg trousers and black low-rise UGG boots (finished with the perfect pop of colour in the form of a vivid purple scarf), the trouser-and-boot pairing immediately caught my eye.

By colour-blocking from the hips down and matching her trousers to her boots, the whole ensemble feels sleeker and more intentional, which is why it's a styling hack I'd happily recommend for petite dressers. Matching your trousers to your boots helps visually elongate the leg and neatly balance your proportions.

So, with cooler days on the horizon, this pairing feels like a fail-safe way to make your Uggs look more put-together this winter. Read on to shop the styles I recommend.

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