Fall is often considered the best season for fashion. In most of the U.S. fall weather allows folks to open their wardrobes and experiment with cuts, fits and colors. In 2023, a healthy mix of vintage looks, rich colors and layering graced the runways.

If you’re looking to make some simple updates to your wardrobe as autumn kicks into gear, continue swiping to see the hottest trends to shop for this season.

Cargo styling

Utility styling isn’t just for pants. Sure, relaxed fit cargo pants are definitely in, but you’ll also see a lot of cargo styling on jackets, skirts and blues. Unlike cargo trends of the past, you’re not likely to see a lot of zippers and metallic accents.

Eloquii | Cargo Pocket Mini Skirt

Maxi skirts

This 90’s inspired trend is great for working professionals. Complete the retro inspired look by pairing with a vintage tee or button down shirt. The skirt should be long, but more fitted than billowy.

Topshop | Jersey Maxi Skirt

Relaxed tailoring

Relaxed fit styling has been on the rise for a few years now and for the fall, it’s become a bit more quietly luxurious. This trend is all about slightly relaxing workplace staples like blazers, suits and button up shirts. The garments shouldn’t be oversized, but rather fit slightly larger than normal to achieve the look.

Abercrombie & Fitch | Boyfriend Suiting Blazer

Preppy footwear

Classic prep school footwear returns to the forefront – loafers, ballet flats and riding boots are making a major imprint on fall fashion this year. Along with the kicks, wear some combination of a polo shirt, a tailored blazer and button up shirt for the classic look.

Sam Edelman | Drina Wide Calf Riding Boot

Neutrals

There’s always a set of neutral tones that rises in popularity each season. For fall 2023, rich colors like cream, brown, butter yellow and dark grey will help you achieve a luxurious look that’s not too loud. It’s best to pair neutrals with like colors.

Revolve | Lottie Dress

Red

During the Fall 2023 runway shows, red played a major part in Prada, Gucci and Yves Saint Laurent’s shows. Following a Barbie-inspired summer into the fall, choose bolder shades of red. The usual maroon and burgundy shades that become popular during the fall will take a back seat this year.

Maeve | The Colette Cropped Wide-Leg Pants

Florals

Designers have flipped the usual spring and summertime floral trend on it head. An intense, darker-than-normal vibe encompasses the way floral patterns appeared on dresses from Burberry, Louis Vuitton and Alexander McQueen. This trend includes a ton of black and dark neutral colors.

Acne Studios | Floral-print stretch-jersey top

Inspired by Vivienne Westwood

Dame Vivienne Westwood is the legendary designer responsible for he modern punk fashion. She passed away in December 2022 and this fall will certainly be inspired by her five decades of influence on the fashion world. Rebellious combinations, loud patterns and nonconformist silhouettes are the markers of Westwood’s style.

Vivienne Westwood | Sunday off-the-shoulder tartan corset top

Metallics

Much of this year’s evening and night wear is shiny and inspired by the tones of various precious metals. Whether it’s a gown, top or accessory, go for a shiny gold, silver or copper. Jewel tones like ruby and emerald look great as metallics too.

Prada Metallic Knit Crop Top

Peplum tops

Fashion trends from the early 00s began to return a few years back as vintage styles. Among those popular trends is the peplum top, which showed up on many runways in their original form. Although peplum tops haven’t been cool for some time, they’re a flattering style that you’ll be able to grab in infinite styles, colors and prints.

J.Crew | Strapless Peplum Top in Ratti® Blue