I Test-Drove Fall’s Trickiest Runway Trends—These 5 Are Actually Wearable

If you read Who What Wear regularly, you’re probably already
well-versed in the biggest fall trends we
have to look forward to this season. Mock-croc boots and belted
blazers at the ready! But the F/W 19 runways also presented some
trickier trends that looked super cool on the models sashaying down
the runways but—let’s face it—can feel pretty daunting when
faced with wearing them IRL. I decided to tackle these tricky
trends head-on to see which ones I would actually feel comfortable
stepping out the door in. As a fashion editor, I always love
giving a new
trend a whirl, but as I test-drove some of the most popular
styles from the F/W 19 collections, I realized that even I can’t
pull off a meringue dress on the regular. Below, I’m highlighting
the cool (but tricky!) trends that I actually am able to pull off
with ease. The key is styling them in a way that feels accessible
and uncomplicated. Scroll below to see how I did!

From, Roksanda to Rochas, old-timey ruffled collars were seen
all over the F/W 19 runways in the form of dresses, sweaters, and
blouses. While the whimsical detail might look straight out of a
Shakespearean play, fashion girls know the power of a bold collar
to demand attention and make a statement.

The trend is actually much easier to pull off than you might
think and is a great option to take you from desk to drinks in
style. I opted for a slightly less extreme collar (which I found a
little easier to wear) and went for a chic day-to-night print
dress. For an even subtler look, I paired a ruffle-collar blouse
with skinny jeans. The look exudes sophistication, polish, and
modern-vintage vibes.

We’ve already talked in depth about the
color duo we’re about to see everywhere this fall, and while
you might be surprised to witness such bright and vibrant hues
during the colder months, we believe the color
couple could do wonders to our fall 2019 wardrobes. Orange and
pink were paired together in all their bold glory on dresses,
suits, and knits alike. And while this trend definitely takes some
confidence to pull off, mark my words: It’s well worth the effort
for the number of compliments you’ll be lavished with.

To make the trend wearable for a weekend look, I paired a
hot-pink fitted sweater over a cute orange minidress, allowing the
dress to poke through the longer-length sweater. I also liked
wearing the sweater nonchalantly tied over the orange dress for a
cool evening look. Wear with a pair of nude minimalist sandals to
simplify the look and allow the two colors to be the main
focus.

While there were unquestionably plenty of sumptuous layers on
the fall runways, there were also just as many sheer and
see-through fabrics (many worn under those layers—it is fall
after all). There’s no doubt sheer shirts, dresses, and tops can
look incredibly alluring, but put a see-through dress in front of
me, and we probably agree it can be a little daunting. For a modern
and simpler way to nail the trend, I’m opting for a see-through
polka-dot shirt with voluminous sleeves worn with a simple white
tank, and when the weather turns cooler, I’ll layer a tissue-thin
turtleneck underneath.For the more adventurous, try a bra or
bandeau. Throw the shirt on with high-waisted jeans for a
super-easy and wearable take on the trend.

Yes, colored tights are a thing this fall. We particularly loved
the whole matching-your-tights-to-your-shoes look, as showcased at
Sally LaPointe’s show. Other designers such Anna Sui, Versace,
and Dolce & Gabbana showed us that the only way to show off
your pins this season is with a pair of tights in every color of
the rainbow. Yes, this might be one of the trickiest trends to
pull off, but it’s also a fun (and relatively affordable) way to
make a statement this season.

A neutral grey tone works great with purple, so I opted for a
grey check skirt to complement a pair of lavender tights I picked
up on Amazon. Then I was going to add a basic white tee to finish
off the look but something inside me said so bold or go home! So I
went with a lime green sweater that contrasts beautifully with
purple. Tricky to pull off? Yes! But it sure is fun!

Leather dresses and separates are a huge trend for fall and
certainly one of the user-friendliest trends to tackle. But before
your head goes to Ross and his leather pants in that Friends
episode, don’t panic! Leather separates are a lot roomier this
season, with plenty of pleated, flowy, and A-line skirts; looser
trouser silhouettes; and shirts that aren’t skin-tight reigning
supreme.

For an easy look, I’m pairing a leather shirtdress with jeans
and gold accessories, and a leather skirt with an oversize
sweater.