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Fall wardrobe, but make it chic. We’ve already been highlighting the emerging trends to know for the season ahead, from major themes like royal purple and opulent silk-jacquard to the smaller details like jazz shoes and long beaded necklaces that account for the moment’s buzziest micro-trends, but now that the season is descending upon us, it’s becoming clearer and clearer which specific items will define what cool style looks like for fall 2026.
I, for one, have been doing a lot of observing (and shopping), so trust me when I say that I already know the pieces I’ve gathered here will go on to become seasonal standouts. Soon enough, everyone with good taste will be buying and wearing them or something similar, so if you want to look the most relevant this season, I suggest you either take my exact recommendation or shop for the same silhouettes, colors, and details.
Whether it’s the Celine jazz shoes that are already reaching viral status, the silk cummerbunds that everyone will be copying from the fall runways and styling over their jeans and trousers, or the J.Crew royal purple sweater that will dethrone the cherry red sweaters from last year, these 42 fashion buys basically guarantee an of-the-moment outfit. Continue on to see my master list of the forward-looking pieces that are set to define the fall, if not the rest of 2026.
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Róhe
Textured Fringed Boucle Top
A piece I’ll be dreaming about for quite a while.
Saint Laurent
Brocade Midi Skirt
Brocade is the buzzword of the moment.
J.Crew
Verona Ballet Flats in Italian Leather
It’s all about a high-vamp flat for fall.
J.Crew
Oversized Cashmere Crewneck Sweater
Even the most neutral wardrobes are being interrupted with a royal purple sweater. This crewneck from J.Crew is on-trend but still so wearable.
Cotton On
90s V Neck ¾ Sleeve
The Row It bag everyone in fashion wants right now.
LE SUNDIAL
Ines Sterling Silver, Jasper and Pearl Necklace
The finishing touch to an elegant outfit.
ZARA
Linen Blend Fringe Jacket Zw Collection
I just wore this to the office and then to see Harry Styles perform at MSG and everyone I encountered was shocked to learn it’s from Zara.
Reformation
Inez Flat Mule
How pretty is this mustard hue?
The sleeve length makes it better than all the tees currently in my closet.
J.Crew
Luna Pant in Lightweight Corduroy
J.Crew’s best-selling Luna Pants dominated the summer, and I have a feeling this autumnal corduroy version will be just as strong.
Tory Burch
Runway Wrap Sunglasses
The Tory Burch wrap sunglasses from the fall runway are finally available. I want this dark-brown version.
Doen
Ginette Paneled Floral Satin-Jacquard Midi Dress
Silk jacquard is one of the biggest trends right now, and I can’t think of a pretty way to wear it.
Chan Luu
Techno Taffeta Collarless Coat
Chan Luu is the rising NYC label making some of the most gorgeous taffeta pieces I’ve ever seen.
Dorsey
Cecilia Earrings in Moissanite
Hailey, Vittoria, Kendall—everyone is eschewing jewelry trends in favor classic drop earrings. This Dorsey pair is a WWW editor favorite.
Coach
Kisslock Frame Bag 30
The best part is the removable strap that transforms it into an elongated clutch.
Massimo Dutti
Cotton Blend Gathered Bomber Jacket
Calling it now: sporty red jackets will be everywhere.
ZARA
Pleated Cummerbund Belt
Everyone and their mother is wearing a cummerbund, and Zara keeps selling out of them.
Levi’s
725 High Rise Bootcut Jeans
A great price for the It denim trend of the season.
Ballet flats, step aside—jazz shoes are officially the flats of fall.
ZARA
Zw Collection Contrast Bib Shirt
A more elevated take on a classic button-down shirt.
Blue jeans are fine, but if you want to be forward, swap them for this nutty brown color.
Polo Ralph Lauren
Metal-Accent Leather Belt
SAVETTE
Soft Symmetry Leather Top Handle Bag
This bag was all over the street during NYFW.
Jenni Kayne
Vale Leather Loafers
If you’re going to wear a pair of loafers, make it a sleek leather silhouette like this.
Helsa
The Shawl in Silk Lyocell
To tie around your waist, drape over your shoulders, or wear in an endless number of ways.
Reformation
Stella Cropped Satin Jacket
The Reformation piece that all the minimalist dressers already have this in their carts.
Conner Ives
Wrap Silk Midi Skirt
Wearing a Conner Ives silk-jacquard piece is considered a major fashion-person flex.
KHAITE
Valerie 55 Leather Pumps
Massimo Dutti
Linen-Blend Thin Strap Midi Dress
Calling all ’90s dressers.
VALESQUE
Thea Leather-Trimmed Crushed-Velvet Tote
A rising bag brand to watch.
STAUD
Adrian Twill Jacket
The construction of this is just something else.
FRAME
The Cigarette Crop Straight Leg Jeans
I love the idea of pairing this with a fitted jacket and kitten heels.
Phoebe Philo
Cluster Earrings
If Phoebe says jump, I say how high.
AFLALO
Bromer Crinkled-Satin Straight-Leg Shorts
These may not be for everyone, but if you get it, you get it.
ST. AGNI
Double-Layered Organic Cotton-Jersey T-Shirt
Yes to cool layering pieces.
Vuori
Halo Low Rise Slim Flare Pant
How to spot an L.A. It girl: these pants with a fitted tank and zig-zag headband, likely on her way to grab a matcha.
One of the standout sneakers of the year.
The type of piece that makes leggings and sneakers look so “now”.
Emulate the Prada S/S ’26 runway and let this peek out from underneath a V-neck sweater.
Aritzia
Essential Wool Cashmere Depth Sweater
