Whether you’re ready for their return or dreading it with every fiber of your being, oversize sunglasses are on their way to a monumental comeback, with the brands on everyone’s lips right now, from Saint Laurent and Khaite to Phoebe Philo and Tom Ford, putting aside their love for microscopic eyewear in favor of styles of the larger, more shield-like variety. And now that their stance on the subject’s been solidified on the runways, there’s no turning back.
Here’s why I’m not mad about it. As much as I’ve played into the tiny-sunglasses movement that started in the late 2010s and has flourished until just recently, the styles simply aren’t as practical as their more substantial counterparts. Half the time when I’m wearing small shades, I’m not getting any actual sun protection, which is hardly the case when I grab for my larger aviators or ’70s-inspired square pairs. But that’s not all. The oversize styles rising the ranks ahead of 2024 are simply more impactful sartorially speaking. Scroll down to see their return for yourself.
New York style, and Kate Spade New York, is nothing but a mix of chic, high-and-low items that, when paired together, deliver a mix of fun, eclectic personal style that’s quite easy to show off. Just like the rest of the brand’s guests (including Everything Everywhere All At Once‘s Stephanie Tsu and TikTok star and actress Delaney Rowe) in town to celebrate the launch of Kate Spade’s sixth book, Union celebrated the night in style and heritage, a nod to the brand’s 30th anniversary from earlier this year.
If you’re looking to get your own Gab Union-inspired denim look, opt for a pair of loose-fitting, low or mid-rise jeans in combination with a statement going-out top.
When you think of fall, one of the first things that probably always comes to mind is sweater weather. Starbucks’ popular PSL might be another, the sound (and smell) of crunchy leaves, and, of course, Thanksgiving. Turkey day is like the unofficial kickoff to the holiday season. Gifts are given, delicious food is devoured, and family time is of the utmost importance.
Because this time of year also tends to creep up fast, we decided to curate a handful of Thanksgiving-ready nail colors that’ll come in handy when you’re planning your outfit for the occasion (because yes, we’ve all done that). These shades are sure to take your feast-friendly getup to a new level of cool. From autumnal orange to matte brown, ahead are seven hues that are absolute Thanksgiving classics.
Of all the beautiful things Zara consistently has for us to buy, it might be knitwear that we look forward to the most each fall and winter. As an editor, it’s practically in my job description to browse the site daily—and, believe it or not, I get a bit giddy when the weather starts to cool down and I let myself shop in the cold-weather-essentials department, despite the fact that my closet and dressers are literally bursting at the seams. What’s a few more sweaters to add to the collection?
Right now, there are well over 500 Zara sweaters to chose from, and since it’s a bit ridiculous to expect you to look at every single one of them, I did the hard work for you. That meant browsing almost 41 pages of cardigans, sweaters, and pullovers to pick out the best 31. It wasn’t an easy task, dear Zara lover, but I did it just for you. (You’re welcome!)
Sale season is officially here!!! Have you noticed I use a lot of exclamation marks when I write about sales? That’s because I’m genuinely exited at the prospect of discounts—especially when it comes to desirable designer items. So today, I’m getting all my excitement out by sharing the chicest pieces I’m adding to my cart ahead of Cyber Week from one of our editor-favorite luxury retailers, Net-a-Porter. I’m particularly focused on investment pieces that are timeless in nature—versatile, chic, and will last for years to come. While we’re yet to be informed of the exact Cyber Week deals, we do know that last year provided us with up to 30% off nearly 12,000 styles, so we’d hazard a guess it will be just as good this time around.
So if you’re looking for an excuse to invest in a forever winter coat or bag, the time is now. Take a peek what’s on my wish list.
Who doesn’t love a fashion person who walks the line between living in New York and Paris? Xenia Adonts is a fashion influencer and icon who strikes the perfect balance between her love for both cities. While many people think she lives in Europe due to her constant travel schedule, she actually calls New York City home and visits her Paris apartment often. With her unique sense of style that we consider to be a mix of Scandi girl and Blair Waldorf, Adonts has captured the admiration of style enthusiasts and brands in any continent, proving that style knows no international borders. We sat down with her to discuss her brand Attire and the wardrobe staples she can wear in any city.
Tell us about Attire.
I started the brand at the end of 2019 after receiving a lot of offers to co-design for other brands. I wanted to really give my input, and they never gave me the freedom to pick the fabric that I would like to use or the right factory, and it always rubbed me the wrong way. I always blew off these collaborations, and one day, I decided to just start my own brand.
I want to improve how clothing is made. I want to be conscious about the fabrics we use. It was really important to have zero polyester because I realized that even recycled polyester is not good.
When I started, I thought that people are much more into sustainability and transparency. The reality is it’s still a long journey, but we’re focused on maintaining our values—quality, sustainability, transparency.
What was the first piece that you designed for the collection that you felt strongly about?
I never designed. I’ve always been the creative director, which is important for me to point out. Our first hit was our trench coat that we launched in 2021, and up to this day, it’s still a best seller. I just knew I wanted an oversize trench coat that I could throw over anything. I knew which details I wanted, and that was our first big item.
How have your travels inspired the work that you’ve done?
Travel is one of my biggest sources of inspiration. Every city has such a different personality in terms of fashion and the people you see in the streets. I’m always looking, and every city is so different. New York is so different from Paris. Paris is so different from Germany, but I get inspired by every city, so I take pieces from each of them.
You have apartments in New York and Paris. How does being bicontinental inspire what you buy?
Both cities are so different, yet they have something cosmopolitan that connects both, so there’s a branch throughout both. New York is a bit cooler, edgy, and modern in a way. Paris is more timeless. It’s more feminine. I take the best of both cities and try to make them into one.
Can you name five items we should shop if we want an outfit that looks good in New York and Paris?
The fabric is so strong. It almost has a silky vibe to it. It’s also an item that gives you a lot of space, so you have a lot of freedom to move. You can layer it with chunky knits, but it’s a cool oversize piece when you just wear a minidress.
I love freedom. It’s one of my core values, so I love a blazer that’s not restricting. I want the freedom of movement, so I added space in the shoulder area to ours.
I have to mention boyfriend jeans because they always look effortlessly stylish. They are also super comfortable for running around big cities.
When it comes to fall, the climate is pretty similar in both cities. A structured coat quickly becomes an easy choice for colder days!
I absolutely live in my chunky cardigan this time of year. It’s great for that cozy fall vibe and can be worn both inside and outside.
When Lyst published their Q3 report on the top luxury brands of 2023, it was none other than Miu Miu who knocked Loewe off its pedestal to claim the number-one slot. It’s not hard to see why. The brand has been behind some of the most viral fashion moments and must-have items for several years straight and its established itself as the go-to source material for fashion insiders and students alike. In other words, we all just want to be Miu Miu girls.
Now that the fall collection is out in the wild, it’s wielding a serious amount of influence on our collective style right now, far more than any other label, I’d say. Miu Miu has always been an arbiter of a certain youthful and quirky, if rebellious, aesthetic and this season’s harmonious blend of sultry and demure elements might just be my personal favorite yet. Delicate sheer skirts and polished pumps were offset by plain hoodies and nerdy librarian-esque eyeglasses. To me, it hits on everything the modern woman wants to be and wear—it’s cool, risqué but intelligent, and oh so charming.
I could ramble on forever about this collection, but for the sake of brevity, I’m outlining the Miu Miu fall 2023 shopping list I put together. Ahead, see the exact buys I’m adding to my cart right now to achieve the nerdy-chic mood of this runway.
As the fashion editor in my friend group, I’m sort of responsible for offering up style suggestions—it comes with the territory. I essentially act as a personal shopper for those in my inner circle when they ask me what’s worth trying for the season. And given that making shopping lists brings me so much joy, I’m always excited to curate edits.
Nordstrom is one of the key retailers where I always find standout items to suit a range of styles, so I typically start there to find fresh pieces to recommend. On that note, I thought I’d round up some of the current Nordstrom items on my list (many of which I’ve already sent to one of my friends looking for winter fashion picks). Keep scrolling to shop sweaters, boots, outerwear, and so much more.
As a so-called “crazy bag lady” by my closest fashion friends and boyfriend (who, admittedly, bares the brunt of my purse-hunting obsession with the closet space I’ve slowly taken over), I know a thing or two about purses. From $20 thrifted finds to high-street luxury buys that have taken me years to save up for, to call me anything but a handbag aficionado would be an understatement. So, when I say that next year’s biggest handbag trend will continue to be understated, sleek styles that blend seamlessly into any era of your wardrobe, you better believe me.
While handbag trends come and go, there will always be a dedicated section in my heart to timeless, “buy now, wear forever” bags that look incredibly expensive. For the most part, any bag that’s a neutral color, simple design, and sans logo will do the trick, although more and more designers are pushing the boundaries on minimalist handbags that still feel fun without being too over-the-top.
Below, browse some minimalist handbags at every price point that look incredibly luxe. If you buy more than one from this list, don’t say I didn’t warn you!
If you’re at all interested in fashion (which is expected given what you’re reading RN) and were anywhere near Instagram last week, I assume your feed was as inundated with pictures of Phoebe Philo’s debut collection—full of scarf coats, cow-hide tote bags, hand-combed trousers, and oversize eyewear—as mine was. After nearly six years of waiting, no one in the industry seemed able to control their excitement over the former Céline designer’s comeback.
Even with the extremely high price point of Philo’s first drop, most of it sold out in a matter of hours, pretty much guaranteeing that the brand’s first street-style sightings were imminent. Now, just over a week later, they’ve arrived, and no, they absolute did not disappoint. From Netherlands-based influencer Anouk Yve’s handbag styling to former Victoria’s Secret Angel turned quiet-luxury style maven Rosie Huntington-Whiteley’s haul, the first glimpses of Phoebe Philo in the wild are yours for the taking below.
You probably don’t need reminding that Mango is a great place to shop this time of year (actually, all year). And even celebs like Gigi Hadid and Emily Ratajkowski (who wear the brand regularly) agree. I don’t know about you but with all of the holiday events on the horizon, I’ve really had an itch to do some shopping lately, and Mango is really tempting me on so many fronts.
Now is the time to shop for chic pieces to keep you warm and festive, easy items to see you through the busiest time of year. I diligently scrolled through all of Mango’s very stylish new arrivals in season of the ones that are add-to-cart-immediatly worthy. In the mix and a stunning red coat, perfect party dresses, expensive-looking boots, celeb-approved leather jackets, and much, much more. Scroll to shop my Mango new arrivals edit before all the good stuff sells out.
Now that we’re about to enter winter, I’m examining my winter wardrobe and doing a good bit of editing. Over the last few years, I’ve tried my hand at a fair share of trends, so my lineup of boots, sweaters, and coats is currently a mishmash of clashing aesthetics, a lot of which no longer align with where my personal style is at. Not only has this made it harder to get dressed during the cooler season, but it’s also maxed out my closet space and made it that much trickier to squeeze in any new buys. With that, I sat down for a much-needed assessment and, after taking stock of my winter pieces, decided to remove six outdated winter fashion trends that no longer feel fresh. Items like lug-sole boots and printed tights that I hoarded for years are getting the boot while I set my sights on a few 2023 updates that will make all my fall ‘fits feel more aligned with where my style is at today.
Keep reading to see which staples I’m cutting out for good and which I’ll rely on to get me through the next few months.
If there is ever a time to have fun with your wardrobe, it’s the holiday season. Sequins, velvet, feathers, bow motifs, red hues—all not only appropriate but encouraged. I always look forward to this time of year since I love to get all dressed up and celebrate, and I seldom meet a sequin outfit I don’t like. With Halloween in the rearview mirror, all of my focus has shifted to full-on holiday mode. What better time than now to round up some affordable holiday-party-ready picks for all the upcoming festivities? I’m going to let you in on a little secret. When it comes to holiday party dressing, I turn to Zara and Reformation first. Neither of these retailers is playing around with its holiday 2023 pieces. I’m talking gorgeous velvet dresses, fun sparkly bags, sequin blazers, and bow-detailed shoes, just to name a few. These 30 picks from both Reformation and Zara caught my attention, and I absolutely had to share them with you.
Keep scrolling to see which 30 holiday party picks from Zara and Reformation I can’t get enough of.
I’ve probably said this a million times, but it’s always worth saying again: Not all trends are created equal. And just what does that mean? Well, for example, some trends last months or years while others a mere few weeks. Some are statement-making while others are subtle. Some are loved by the masses while others end up being more niche. I could go on and on…
This, of course, applies to trending items, too. Whether it’s a shoe, bag, or belt, there are It pieces we buy that we end up loving for long periods of time while, sadly, others have left us with buyer’s remorse all too soon. On a positive note, however, today’s roundup focuses on the former. With the fashion world at large making a major shift into more sensible styling over the last few years, it was actually pretty easy to narrow in on the designer pieces that are seemingly everywhere right now but really feel like forever pieces at the same time. From the Chanel bag that’s constantly on my feed to the Prada pumps our editorial director can’t stop wearing, they’re the investments you’ll love both in the immediate future and in the years to come.
Ready to see what made the cut? Just keep scrolling.
I know that Halloween has quite literally just ended, but now that it is November, I am in full holiday-season mode. I’m planning my travels, booking après-ski reservations, and, of course, planning all of my upcoming winter looks. The most exciting are my holiday-party looks. I’m a sucker for all of the cliché fabrics and motifs that pop up around this time of year. The velvet, sequins, bows, and feathers—I can’t get enough of it. It’s clothing that puts you in a good mood and makes you want to celebrate, and while my holiday-party calendar is still looking a little thin (yes, that is me dropping a hint that you should throw a holiday party and invite yours truly), I’m not letting that stop me from getting a few good holiday-party outfits on deck. When I do receive a party invite, I’ll be ready.
I went to some retailers that I know are stocking up on tons of chic items to guarantee you’re the best dressed at your upcoming holiday festivities. Reformation is always at the top of my list for any party look, and the brand is not playing around when it comes to holiday-season pieces. H&M’s holiday accessories are so good I almost wanted to gatekeep them.
Keep scrolling to see the 40 holiday party–ready items I’m loving right now.
My version of a truly timeless shoe is the Ugg boot. As a millennial, I can say that I have lived through every era of the beloved, albeit controversial, boots. (Insert mental image of Y2K outfits here.)
I was a fan of the shoes as a preteen because they were on-trend, but as a fully fledged working adult, I appreciate both the comfort and the casual style so much more. They’ve become my go-to shoes simply because they are so easy to style with everything. And it seems I’m not the only one who thinks that, as endless Instagram Reels of people styling variations of Ugg boots have inundated my feed. This was all the convincing I needed to head over to Bloomingdale’s for my next pair. The moment I cast my eyes on the patterned mini boots, I knew they were coming home with me! I’m also intrigued by the platform boots—a new style introduced last year. Below, take a look at all the pairs that caught my eye.
If there’s anything that Miu Miu’s latest runway collections have taught us, it’s that there’s no shortage of “ugly” fashion trends this season. (We’re all still thinking about those librarian-inspired looks here at Who What Wear.) A reminder to all: “ugly” trends are not in fact, ugly, but describe designs that are out of the ordinary yet define what’s cool for those in the know. They may be questionable to the general public and haters will continue hating, but we will continue wearing them because fashion is about rejecting societal norms of what’s deemed flattering anyway, right?
“Ugly” trends are cyclical. Some of them last a short time span, but some end up having more staying power than you’d think. Despite these unique trends facing the “ugly” adjective, they’re being worn both ironically and unironically by the fashion set. Take a look at the list below and decide what piques your interest. Keep scrolling to add a little dose of uniqueness to your wardrobe this season.
Remember a few years ago when the cool thing to do was pile on a ton of delicate jewelry pieces every day? If you ask me, it was a bit tedious, and I’m happy to see that the tide has changed—for now, at least. Given that bold statement jewelry has become the norm, it’s no surprise that the type of rings that we’re all wearing has evolved.
When it comes to jewelry, it’s been all about big, bold ’80s-inspired earrings as of late, but we’d be remiss not to discuss what’s happening on fashion people’s hands. Instead of the delicate, paper-thin rings that used to be the thing to wear, I’m seeing a lot more chunky, sculptural, imperfect rings—as if they were hand-molded. Even better if the rings are worn on multiple fingers on both hands. This may have once been considered “too much”, but now it looks just right. Keep scrolling to see the multiple chunky rings look IRL and shop rings for your own collection.
J.Crew is where it’s at. The new collections have been top-notch with Olympia Gayot at the helm, and our editors, myself included, can’t stop raving about the fresh offerings. So yes, if you take a quick scroll through the new arrivals at any given time, you’re bound to uncover a plethora of amazing items. That’s what’s coming your way below.
I made an edit of my favorite pieces currently at J.Crew that I think will make any wardrobe feel all the more fashionable because they’re so effortlessly chic. The items in question are versatile and feel particularly forward thanks to modern design details. Keep scrolling to check out the coats, sweaters, tailoring, and more J.Crew gems that I think you’ll absolutely adore for the season.
The Nordstrom Fall Sale is officially in full swing, and it’s epic. There are so many fantastic deals on offer right now—I’m talking about pieces up to 50% off. Yep, these major discounts are all happening ahead of the actual Black Friday sale.
One of my friends recently asked if I’d spotted anything chic lately that she should consider. She was looking for a few cool basics, to be specific. I mentioned the Nordstrom sale to her and pulled five chic items (the first assortment in the edit below) that I thought she’d like.
Keep scrolling to check out the pieces I sent over to my friend along with other discounted finds I think are fantastic from the Nordstrom sale.
