Confession: While, as an
editor, I pride myself on knowing the
latest trends and staying ahead of the curve in regard to
what’s cool in fashion, when it comes to what I’ll actually
wear, I’m a pretty late adopter. When I see something bubble up,
I like to sit on it for a while (which could mean anything from
weeks to months) and make sure I feel like it’s actually
worth my money and closet space before investing. Oftentimes, I
get it right, and, of course, sometimes I get it wrong, but
up until now, I’ve done a decent job with buying pieces that can
stick with me for the long haul—and so have my colleagues.

That’s why I asked them to share which of last year’s fall
trends they
would still wear this coming season in order to get a sense of
what pieces are on their way to becoming classics rather than being
on their way out. To see, read about, and shop the 10 trends that
made the cut (including my own pick), just keep scrolling.

It took me a while to warm up to last fall’s beige trend, and by
a while, I guess I mean one year because I’m suddenly very into it.
While my favorite “colors” to wear will always be black and white,
for now, beige is my third-favorite neutral, and I’m happy to see a
lot of it in street style and on shopping sites for this fall.

“The skirt suit was just getting started last fall, and I feel
like it’s been a slow burn, meaning it’s the perfect time to
purchase one this season. As for skirt length, opt for a mini to
keep the look more fashionable and less like a uniform.”

Shop
the matching Tweed Miniskirt ($60).

Shop
the matching Lyric Mini Skirt ($158).

“Croc- and snakeskin-embossed accessories are timeless no matter
what, and there are plenty of fresh iterations emerging all over
the market, which has me convinced this trend is here to
stay.” 

“I added a leather trench coat to my wardrobe last year, and I
feel justified in wearing it just as much now as I did then thanks
to this fall’s massive leather trend.”

“Big ’80s-style sleeves are a trend I simply can’t quit. Trust
me—there’s plenty
of evidence that will back this up.”

“I think I’ve become a cardigan wearer for life. I love
sweaters, but they can be a little dull. Add a row of buttons, and
even the plainest knit feels special. I basically wanted every one
that & Other Stories made last fall, and the same is true for
this fall.”

“This season is all about square-toe boots, which I fully
support, but I don’t think it’s time to get rid of Western boots
yet.
I bought these last fall, and I plan on continuing to wear them
often this year (partly because they’re insanely comfortable).”

“Checks and plaid are forever classics, but last year they blew
up big time on and off the runways. (Read: Everyone in our office
owned a check blazer.) This year the print is still growing strong
(playing into the bourgeois trend perfectly), and I’m excited to
add some new heritage prints to my repertoire.”

“While you could easily consider leopard print a perennial trend
at this point, the look made major waves throughout the fashion
universe last fall. I hit the trend hard, incorporating a range of
spotted jackets and bags into my wardrobe. I’m still stocking up on
animal-printed pieces this season, as they complement my all-black
outfits just flawlessly.”

“Corduroy seems to make an appearance every fall, and I’m never
mad about it. I’m particularly into corduroy jackets, and there are
so many great versions from Anine Bing, Rebecca Minkoff, and more
right now.”

Up next? The
fall dress trend everyone is already wearing.

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