More than any time of year, fashion month is when the freshest emerging trends appear, and not just on the runway—the streets of New York, London, Milan, Copenhagen, and Stockholm (and soon Paris) have been filled with insiders wearing pieces that will soon be everywhere, thanks to them. The aforementioned insiders are particularly fond of sneakers, and while plain white ones will certainly always be a staple, style setters are currently swapping them out for something a little more eye-catching: neon sneakers.
Because all things ’80s are back, including neon, it’s only natural that sneaker brands like Nike and Balenciaga are letting that influence their designs and color selections and that fashion insiders are on board. The beauty of this trend is that it goes with nothing, so it goes with everything, as they say. We’ve spotted the fashion crowd styling neon sneakers with both neutral basics and equally “extra” pieces, so there are no rules when it comes to this trend. See the neon sneaker trend in action and shop our favorite pairs on the market below.
As someone who is not a model (I’m 5’4″ on a really good day), I sometimes find it difficult to imagine how my online purchases will actually look IRL. I’m also not necessarily trying to become a regular at the post office anytime soon, so to avoid as many returns as possible, I scroll through Instagram to see how pieces fit other women before buying. Sidenote: This is also a really great way to get outfit inspiration.
One of my favorite brands to shop online is Mango, and I frequent #MangoGirls on Instagram more often than I’d like to admit (for other brands, I just check their tagged photos). There are hundreds of new posts a day, so chances are I can source at least one or two images of any new item I’m considering buying. Since I’m officially knee-deep in fall shopping, I did a recent search to see how these 14 Mango pieces I’m eyeing fit on other non-models. Spoiler alert: they look even better than I’d hoped.
As I hope you’ve gathered from the title of this story, today we’re in for a roundup of epic proportions. After reading this, not only will you be able to emulate the styles of the ever-elusive French girl and always enviable NYC girl, but you will be able to cover both bases at the same time—because 1. why choose one if you don’t have to, and 2. what could be better?
To make it as easy as possible, I’ve combed through Instagram and rounded up the five pieces both demographics wear, just in time for the start of fall. From the classic animal-print dress to fashion’s It item of the moment, bike shorts, simply continue on for the five items both groups have in common, to see how they each style them, and, of course, to shop them.
Welcome to #WhoWhatWearing, a series where we highlight you, our stylish community of readers. Each of the following looks came straight from the photos you tagged us in on Instagram. Want to be featured next time? You guessed it: Use #WhoWhatWearing on the outfit posts you want us to see.
When I was younger, jewelry was always an afterthought—something you threw on right before you walked out the door as the finishing touch to an already well-thought-out look. But with age comes wisdom, and I’ve realized that jewelry should not only be part of the equation from the beginning, but it can also be the focal point of a standout outfit. The right pieces can level-up even the most basic outfits. Simple jeans and a tee can suddenly become a look.
Fashion girls are already proving that this theory rings true by pairing the season’s biggest jewelry trends with outfits on all ends of the spectrum. From the ’80s earring trend making a major comeback (the most extra of accessory trends, in the best way) to the seashell trend carrying over from summer, below we’re breaking down the six biggest fall jewelry trends we’re already seeing all over our most stylish readers. We’ve also shopped out each trend, you know, in case any or all of these really speak to you.
Pair these beauties with everything from polka dots to a white tee.PSA: Your favorite heart earrings are now a thing again—and no, you haven’t grown out of wanting to wear them.Yes to everything going on here.You can keep all your other jewelry simple and let the earrings do the work.They work well for daytime. They work even better for the evening.Gold earrings and slicked-back hair are a match made in heaven. We love that this shape can be worn day or night. A vintage-looking pair is always a good idea. How pretty is this layered look? One and done. Also pairs well with gold hoops. Casual enough to be worn during the day. This is what we want to be wearing all day, every day. A gold chain makes everything look sophisticated.Silver collar + leopard = very fall 2018.A little bling never hurt anybody. Is it just me, or does everything about this look feel so directional?We love the addition of a simple necklace layered with this piece.Seashells, but make it fashion. The classic shell necklace isn’t going anywhere.We love these shell earrings as a fun twist on the trend. Shells are the perfect complement to florals. Okay—how fun is this outfit?Pairing shells with neutrals looks so elevated.This feels polished yet has so much personality.The perfect neck party. Two delicate chains are always better than one.Plays well with others.
Street style is known for being a bit, well, out there. To those of us who either work in the industry or are simply fashion-obsessed, the shock of these outside-the-box outfits kind of just wears off over time. But to someone like my 93-year-old grandmother, the street style looks we don’t bat an eye at have her feeling some type of way. In an effort to really get a rise out of her, I decided to pull 10 street style outfits we’ve seen over the course of fashion month that even I was shocked by. If these looks were causing me to do a double take, I could only imagine what my grandmother had to say about them.
To preface, my grandma is quite a stylish woman and always has been. For her most recent birthday (the one where she turned 93), we took her shopping because all she wanted was some new animal-print pieces to add to her fall wardrobe. In other words, she is pretty open when it comes to trends and variations of style. Ahead, I had her rank the 10 street style images I chose for her from her personal favorite to her least favorite. In addition to naming each of the looks, she provided a brief explanation for each. Her commentary is both extremely spot-on and extremely hilarious, so I highly encourage you to scroll all the way to the bottom to see which street style outfit resonated least with her personal taste.
“This one is my favorite because the prints look like natural surroundings. All the prints go together yet are different, and this look has so much style. I relate to this look because I like the cut of all the pieces, and I would definitely wear that jacket, even now.”“This look represents things I believe in and respect—our country, the flag, and honor. I really like the medals and pins on the jeans. The flag is always fashionable, and there it is! I also love how everything matches head to toe.”“This is every girl’s dress. Your grandma, your mom, your daughter, and your granddaughter will all wear this dress.”“I like how this dress is feminine yet almost overpowering. I can really appreciate the detail work on it. Also, it is full enough to wear whatever shoes you want, including slippers. No will ever know.”“This one has crazy matching going on. I love the colors repeated throughout, but the blouse print doesn’t belong, in my opinion. It is a distraction.”“These boots are fascinating. The possibilities of looks (good and bad) are endless.”“I like how this one is put together, but it is more of a look for a teenager. The shoes are not helping the look.”“Overdone and overwhelming. Nothing more to say. If you can’t say anything nice, be quiet.”“The body of the dress has possibilities, but not a fan of the feathers. And those shoes—why?”Shakes head. “No words.”
By now, it should come as no surprise that we get a ton of our style inspiration from the looks we spot all over the street at fashion week. And at this point in the fashion month calendar, we’ve amassed quite a bit of street style inspo, from New York to London, and now Milan. We’ve duly shared insight on what editors, bloggers, and models are wearing to and from the shows, but there’s still one crowd whose next-level street style we have yet to dig into, and that’s the men.
While the majority of showgoers tend to be women, the men attending fashion week are no less stylish (or worthy of highlighting). And this fashion month, we’ve spotted some of the most next-level men’s street style looks in Milan. From the It sneakers to the coolest belt bags and accessories they’re all wearing, we plan on copying the following looks the next chance we get. Are you with us? Scroll down and get inspired by all the absurdly well-dressed men below.
If you’ve ever attended a football game, you might’ve noticed that what you wear to the matchup is almost as important as who wins. (Okay, well, at least to this editor.) When deciding what to wear to a football game, it’s essential to look cool, comfortable, and appropriately dressed for the weather. And while it may be tempting to just throw on jeans, a sweatshirt, and sneakers for a day at the stadium, there are plenty of simple, stylish ways to think outside the box when it comes to football game outfits, sans too much effort.
With that in mind, we found five recent celebrity-approved outfits that are perfect for the occasion. These It girls (e.g., Selena Gomez and Hailey Baldwin) nailed the chill yet elevated look that’s perfect for sporting events. Feel free to work in your team’s color however you see fit! Click below to see five football game–friendly outfits and shop the looks.
We love that this outfit is easy to coordinate with your team’s colors. On Margot Robbie: Quay x Kylie sunglasses; I.Am.Gia pants; Prada bagYou can’t go wrong with a cozy denim-on-denim look. On Selena Gomez: Topshop jacket; Proenza Schouler PSWL Crop Kick Flare Jeans ($290); Stuart Weitzman Clinger Boots ($575)Because a plaid coat is eye-catching, you can keep the rest of your look simple. On Jessica Biel: The Kooples coatFootball games are long, and you’re going to want to wear something cool and comfortable. Enter this outfit. On Hailey Baldwin: Helmut Lang jacket; Givenchy Micro Nightingale Leather Satchel ($1790); Off-White bootsIf you want a look with a little more polish, consider this chic yet comfortable outfit. On Olivia Palermo: Fendi Iridia Sunglasses ($388); The Volon bag; Givenchy shoes
This post was originally published at an earlier date and has since been updated.
