I Live in L.A. and Write About Fashion—Here’s What Everyone Will Wear for Fall

Here on the West
Coast, we’re blessed with a lot of things (health cafés on
every corner, proximity to the beach, an overall leisurely approach
to work and life). But one thing we can’t lay claim to? Veritable
fall weather. The fact that 80-degree days are a reality in October
is both a blessing and a curse—on the one hand, the weather is
hardly a cause for complaint, but on the other, we rarely get to
participate in the kind of typical fall wardrobes that our East
Coast friends do.

So actual layering with thick
knits and heavy jackets might be out of the question for us
L.A. folks, but don’t let that fool you into thinking we aren’t
putting our own spin on fall style. As a fashion
editor and Angeleno myself, I’m bearing witness to some truly
amazing Los Angeles fall
fashion trends that are taking over the city right now. From
the jean style
I’m spotting on all my friends lately to the It print that’s
flooding every corner from Melrose Place to Abbot Kinney, I’m
sharing eight big trends that are defining the city’s autumnal
style. To see each of them in action, keep scrolling, and then shop
ways to get the look for yourself (proximity to Los Angeles not
necessary).

Longer jeans are on the rise in across the country, but since
denim is crucial to the L.A. girl wardrobe, I couldn’t help but
point out the number one jean style they’re embracing at the
moment: slim-fitting skinny and straight-leg fits with a notably
longer hem that pair well with a heel.

Move over, leopard. There’s a new It print in town, and it
feels even fresher for fall: tiger print. Just like any animal
print, it pairs so well with neutrals and denim, so we suggest
adding a tiger-print top or sweater to your arsenal this fall.
Then, just sit back and wait as the compliments roll in.

Combat boots have become part of the L.A. girl uniform,
replacing solid ankle boots. The tougher style lends a streetwear
feel to any look, and you can bet West Coasters will be wearing the
boots with everything from their beloved denim to their prettiest
printed dresses.

L.A. girls love a clean, neutral palette more than most, and as
we head into fall, I’m noticing an invasion of sumptuous knits in
shades of cream and off-white, which my fellow Angelenos are
already wearing with things like jeans and stacks of gold
necklaces.

As I was saying, I’m noticing an influx of gold
necklaces—arguably the jewelry item of the season—and they all
have a weighty chain-link design in common.

If you peered into the handbag collection of L.A.’s fashion
girls, you’d be convinced that the ’90s never left. It feels that
way thanks to all the vintage and redux designer bags they’re
carrying, from Louis Vuitton’s baguette bag to Fendi and Gucci’s
logo prints.

Whether traveling or lounging, knit sets have become a
comfortable trend that no L.A. girl can resist. And why would they
when the knits on offer are as comfy as they are polished?

Shop
the matching Knit Cargo Pants ($30).

Shop
the matching Juliana Sweater ($118).

Less of an item and more of an overall styling hack, my
fashionable Los Angeles friends all adore a monochromatic look,
especially when it’s one in a minimalistic color palette like
beige, tan, or cream.