Want to be in the know when it comes to the hottest fashion trends of fall 2025? We’ve got the scoop! According to the top style editors, you’ll be seeing these 7 chic styles everywhere this autumn.
Hottest Fall Fashion Trends for 2025
The fall and winter runways recently made their debut, and we’re already looking ahead to scope out the hottest styles. For many, fall fashion is the best of the best. Sure, summer fashion is carefree and easy, but chillier weather offers more opportunities for texture, cozy fabrics, and lots of layering.
To make sure you’re on top of the styles for this upcoming autumn, we’re sharing the hottest predicted fall fashion trends for women—as well as some outfit inspiration and styling tips for taking them from the catwalks to your everyday wardrobe. From lacy moments to butter yellow bags and beyond, these are our favorite trends that will be everywhere come September.
1. Lingerie Peek-a-boo
Romance is an overarching theme across the runways…and what’s more romantic than lingerie? Wearing lingerie-as-clothes is a continuation of the Spring/Summer 2025 runways and the sheer trend we’ve seen over the past few seasons, and it isn’t going anywhere soon! Brands like Miu Miu, Valentino, and Di Petsa have all embraced the barely-there trend for autumn.
This isn’t your breezy summer bralette situation—Fall 2025 shows layered visible bras and corsetry under heavy suiting, blazers, and oversized knits. Designers leaned into fall’s natural inclination for layering but gave it a sultry twist. According to Cosmopolitan, this lingerie peekaboo effect is meant to contrast with fall’s structured silhouettes—and it showed up all over Paris and Milan fashion weeks.
I know what you’re thinking…is lingerie on display actually practical for fall? Surprisingly, this trend is more wearable than you might expect! Style lingerie tops, especially those in lace or silk fabrics, with a suede or leather jacket for a balanced and current look. I also love satin slip skirts and dresses styled with chunky knits or an oversized jacket. To incorporate the trend more modestly, start by styling a bralette under an off-the-shoulder sweater.
The best part? You can raid your own drawers to stay on top of this latest trend.
2. Polka Dots, Reimagined
While polka dots might scream spring to some, this print was spotted everywhere throughout the Fall 2025 runway shows. Brands like Vivienne Westwood, Dries Van Noten, and Moschino incorporated polka dots into their designs using deeper tones (black, burgundy, navy) and heavier fabrics like wool and satin. Of course, you can never go wrong with classic black and white polka dots!
Interesting draping and surrealist shapes also added a splash of newness to this timeless print. As noted by Harper’s Bazaar, “Playful polka dots gained an aura of elegance in the form of sophisticated draping.” Reaching for draped dotted dresses, like the Rosalynn Dress from Reformation or this flattering cowl neck dress is such a chic way to incorporate this trend.
For more everyday wear, Cosmopolitan notes how dots were styled with fall staples like tights, knee-high boots, and leather jackets, firmly anchoring them in autumn dressing. I’m loving polka dot skirts styled with ballet flats and leather jackets. Or keep things simple but stylish with a draped polka dot blouse (another chic option from Reformation), dark-wash jeans, and pointed-toe boots.
3. Butter Yellow, Bagged
Butter yellow is officially a new neutral!
We’ve seen the rising popularity of butter yellow over the past few seasons. And if you’re like us, then you also can’t get enough of this pale, straight-from-the-plate hue. While yellow might scream “spring” at first glance, butter yellow—a soft, creamy, pastel-adjacent tone—is having its autumn moment.
Whether you’re a minimalist or maximalist, this easy-to-wear color can be styled similarly to cream or beige while adding a sunny touch to an outfit. We loved serving up butter yellow dresses, jackets, trousers, and linen skirts in spring and summer. Transitioning into autumn, designers are pairing butter yellow bags with cool-weather neutrals like charcoal, camel, and navy, allowing the soft hue to brighten up layered fall outfits without overpowering them.
According to Elle, this delicious hue is popping up in structured top-handle bags, buttery leather totes, and minimalist shoulder bags. For Fall 2025, you can expect to see a range of subtle buttery tones to lemon meringue hued bags from Bottega Veneta, Ferragamo, Altuzarra, Coperni, and more. But you don’t have to shop designer to pull off this fall fashion trend! This Freja New York bag is just as chic (and a fraction of the cost!).
4. Lace Skirts & Warm Layers
The best fashion trends are fun yet wearable. Enter: The lace skirt. Maxi, midi, or mini—sheer lace skirts are one of the hottest fall fashion trends you’ll see on and off the runway.
From bohemian styles at Chloé to sophisticated shapes at Saint Laurent, lace skirts were styled over opaque tights, under chunky knits, and paired with leather jackets on Fall 2025 runways. Instyle emphasizes how this styling—combined with darker lace hues like charcoal, navy, and wine—transforms the delicate textile into a cozy, layered fall piece.
Not your springtime doily! When it comes to styling lace skirts, we recommend teaming them with something voluminous on top, like an oversized jacket or sweater, to stay warm and balance out the feminine fabric. A bulky leather jacket or black knee-high boots will also add a touch of edginess that’s perfect for fall. Swap in your favorite sporty sweatshirt and sneakers for a more casual vibe. The possibilities are truly endless.
Don’t miss out on these chic lace styles from Dissh, Reformation, and Revolve! I love how they look styled with an oversized blazer.
5. Funnel-Neck Jackets
As the weather gets colder, we’ll all be reaching for warm jackets to layer with. To stay on trend, consider adding a funnel-neck jacket to your outerwear rotation. Funnel-neck jackets have emerged as a standout silhouette for Fall 2025, offering both style and functionality to your autumnal wardrobe.
“Over the last three seasons, no outerwear trend has dominated quite like funnel-neck coats and jackets,” wrote WhoWhatWear. Starting with Phoebe Philo’s work at Chloé and Celine, every designer from The Row to Gucci to Victoria Beckham showcased these high-necked outerwear pieces in their collections, emphasizing their relevance for the cooler months. More affordable brands like COS and Zara also have their own versions of this must-have style.
Besides its practicality, the best part about this trendy silhouette is its unique variations. Whether you opt for a trench coat, barn jacket, leather jacket, or bomber, you’ll never get bored of this fall fashion trend. I love the windbreaker jacket Marilyn sports since you can wear it with jeans and boots for a contrasting look or keep it casual with leggings. I’m also obsessed with a funnel-neck trench coat, cropped or full-length—either way, it’s so timeless!
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6. Purple Reign
Looking to add more color to your wardrobe? Fall 2025’s runways were saturated in every shade of purple, from romantic lilac to dramatic aubergine—signaling a clear season shift from pinks to purples. “Emblematic of luxury and power, this punchy hue pushed wardrobe essentials to new stylish levels,” InStyle reports.
Designers like Marc Jacobs, Prabal Gurung, Ulla Johnson, and Carolina Herrera are embracing this royal hue with jewel-toned sequins, periwinkle dresses, berry-colored knits, and eggplant outerwear. According to Harper’s Bazaar, purple is the new power color, and designers have used it to add richness, depth, and dimension to traditionally neutral fall palettes.
If adding purple to your fall wardrobe seems intimidating, take inspo from the above looks. Deep purple tones and muted mauve hues pair perfectly with creams, browns, and blacks. (It’s not that far off from burgundy!) A dark plum leather jacket or wool coat would be so chic styled with white denim and ballet flats. If you want to just dip your toe into the shade, start with a bag. This crinkle leather shoulder bag is gorgeous, but I’m equally obsessed with this Aubergine suede bag from Gimaguas.
7. Plaid Resurgence
This last trend isn’t a total surprise! Plaid is a cold-weather classic, but in Fall 2025, designers are pushing it into bolder territory. This season’s plaid isn’t just for preppy skirts or cozy flannels—it’s commanding attention in oversized coats, tailored suiting, and slouchy trousers. Harper’s Bazaar named “statement plaids” one of fall’s top print trends, noting its return in everything from heritage tartans to modern graphic checks.
Miu Miu gave the pattern a colorful upgrade with highly saturated skirts and outerwear, while brands like Burberry leaned into the print’s timeless, outdoorsy nature. No matter which style you choose, you’re bound to be on trend!
Despite being a bold pattern, plaid is surprisingly easy to style, especially when the temperatures start to dip. For those who don’t shy away from a loud print, consider opting for an oversized coat or colorful checked jacket, like this one from Sézane. You can also lean into the trend by layering a plaid shirt under a cool jacket to give your outfit more dimension and visual interest.
I hope you loved this list of the year’s top fall fashion trends straight from the season’s runways! From shades of purple to lingerie-inspired looks, there’s no doubt that this season’s trends will add a high-fashion vibe to any outfit.
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