At the show, Lopez’s work-of-art outerwear clearly stole the show, but in photos posted beforehand by Haenn, the singer and actor’s pants-less ensemble was on full display. Sure, the trend isn’t exactly subtle, but after looking through each image, the controversial aspects of it have begun to slip away. After all, who could argue that Lopez needed to wear true pants with this look or needed to change anything about it at all? I, for one, don’t have a single note for her, her styling team, or Roseberry.
Scroll through Lopez’s BTS photos from the Schiaparelli couture show.
Was my title too dramatic? I’m sorry. I guess I should clarify that I don’t actually have anything against a good oversize tote, but I can’t help but comment on the fact that one of my favorite bags seems to have slipped away from the style, and I’m okay with that since shoulder bags and smaller totes have risen in popularity (again).
I, for one, missed clutching my purse tightly underneath my arm or letting it rest in the crease of my elbow, and we can all admit that it’s definitely a sleeker and chicer look. With Prada’s reissued nylon shoulder bags, countless Bottega Veneta styles, and even the Dior Saddle and Fendi Baguette revivals all (still) in the spotlight—plus a slew of under-the-radar iterations on their way to becoming classics—it seems that there’s no time like the present to either bring back your old shoulder bag or invest in a new one.
To see how some of our favorite fashion people are wearing the style on Instagram while, of course, shopping my favorite shoulder bags for yourself, just keep scrolling.
If you’re simultaneously obsessed with the latest micro-trends and too intimidated to test them out, you’ve come to the right place. This is Ways to Wear, a monthly series where editor Eliza Huber offers a dose of outfit inspiration focused on current trends that feel intriguing yet overwhelming at the same time. Consider it your guide to actually wearing the coolest items of the moment, no matter how puzzling they might appear at first.
In fashion, a few years never pass by without at least one person trying to make leopard print a thing again. The kitschy print will show up in a runway collection or outside of one of L.A.’s many celebrity hot spots (yes, I’m looking at you, Sushi Park and Giorgio Baldi) in the form of a velvet coat or pair of loafers, leading to a bevy of content surrounding its return to fashion’s good graces. It rarely sticks, though, and I think I know why.
Whenever leopard print has become a “trend,” it’s always done so in a way that feels excessive or over-the-top, but the times when it’s felt the most covetable are when it’s worn in a casual, laissez-faire manner that allows whatever item it’s printed on to become a timeless staple. There’s a reason why my leopard-print mood board doesn’t include very many images from the handful of times that leopard print has made waves in the last two decades. Instead, it mostly consists of photos from the ’80s and ’90s, where it’s donned by off-duty models and New York City muses completely nonchalantly—with jeans and a tee or a black turtleneck and matching pencil skirt. To make leopard print work, it has to appear effortless. No one managed to do just that better than Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy.
Every time that Zendaya goes into hiding for a while, her return to the public eye is never subtle, at least not when it comes to her outfit for the occasion. Instead, her reappearance always comes in the most grandeur of fashions, and this time around is no exception.
Apart from a few one-off paparazzi sightings, Zendaya’s been pretty off the grid lately, but she broke this trend this morning when she arrived at the Schiaparelli couture show in Paris donning what can only be described as a masterpiece. At the show—alongside her stylist Law Roach, her Euphoria co-star Hunter Schafer, and Jennifer Lopez—the Dune star chose a black, fitted mock-neck top decorated with tiny satin knot details along the sleeves that she paired with a floor-length skirt that featured draped fabric across the waist and a long tail-like train. She added fishnet knee-high socks and a pair of black suede Louboutins.
I can’t believe I’m saying this, but the mid-2010s are back. No, it’s not just because Kylie Jenner dyed her hair pink and whiplashed us all into remembering her King Kylie era; Leopard print has been sneakily making its way across my Pinterest board, TikTok feed, and now, my closet.
This isn’t your mother’s leopard print clothing era though — no need to pull out your lightly-dusted, silk midi skirts that catapulted this print back into stardom in 2015 and 2016. Instead, all of the It girls are opting to show their leopard print love by way of pony hair shoes and carefully curated shoes that scream “timeless” and not “tacky.”
With the rise of the mob-wife aesthetic and over-the-top, gaudy, and flashy ’80s and ’90s references, leopard print feels like the one trend cycle that has somehow escaped eye-rolls within our office. While in Paris, fashion editor Jasmine inquired about a leopard-print Jacquemus bag she’d been eyeing. Over the holidays, I picked up yet another pair of leopard-printed ballet flats, much to the dismay of my millennial sister who “didn’t get it.”
If you’re looking to embrace controversy in a cool, It girl-approved way this year, look no further than adding a leopard print piece or two to your wardrobe. Pre-game the animal print by incorporating a printed bag or pony hair shoes into your outfit before going full-on Carmela Soprano with leopard print jeans, coats, and dresses. Trust me, you won’t want to miss this comeback.
While I’m predominantly living in layers and heavy coats throughout this month of January, there’s no question I’m looking forward to the year ahead and getting excited aboutthe fresh wave of sartorial delights that I’ll be bestowing on my wardrobe throughout the year.
There are plenty of new trends and fresh staples to get jazzed up about in 2024. In fact, this past month, I’ve been doing what I do best, and studying all the coolest looks from the spring/summer 2024 runways and pre-fall lookbooks. I’ve plucked out the key items that are worth buying this year that not only look chic, feel fresh, but are also easy to wear and will make you look altogether on-trend in 2024.
So if you’re willing to look past your thermals right now and are eager to update your wardrobe this year with some cool, new pieces, then keep scrolling below for the 8 chicest items you’ll want to consider for a very 2024 wardrobe.
As time goes on, it becomes more and more apparent than Gen Z seemingly controls the trend cycle. Where we go, others (and TikTok!) will follow, complete with of-the-moment accessories and micro-trends that come and go faster than your brain can comprehend them.
As an editor whose job it is to be on the lookout for the next, biggest It item or movement, I have to admit at times, it feels like Gen Z is not taken seriously in the fashion conversation. Sure, our love for -core-ified aesthetics and “ugly” styles may raise a few eyebrows here and there, but the fact remains that Gen Z is growing up to be one of the largest demographics as it pertains to purchasing power and style decisions. So sit down and buckle up.
I asked six Gen Z tastemakers and editors what trends they’re most excited about in the upcoming year. Whether it’s the comeback of Tumblr-esque dressing or subtle runway-inspired details that have been on the rise for a minute now, read below to discover the Gen Z–approved 2024 trends you should hop on before everyone else.
There comes a time in almost every fashion item’s lifespan when the hype around it starts to wane. That doesn’t in any way, shape, or form mean that said praise will never return, but it does probably signify the need to store those afflicted pieces away for a while to make room for their replacements. Nowhere are trends cycling as quickly and significantly right now than footwear, a space where, in 2024, new buzzy colors, shapes, and specific shoe styles dethrone their formerly on-top foes on a near-daily basis.
As sad as it can be to wave goodbye to the shoes in your collection that accompanied you on many a 10,000-step walk, subway-stair climb, and worldly vacation, it has to be done. But don’t worry—2024’s footwear offering is nothing to scoff at. Once you see the six “in” styles below, I’m sure any residual sorrow will quickly be replaced with feelings of elation.
If you ask us, it’s never too early to be planning ahead. We may still be months away from the start of the next season, but there’s nothing stopping us from thinking about our spring (and rest of 2024) wardrobes. Lately, we’ve been doing just that, diving into the spring/summer 2024 collections and pulling out the season’s major trends.
There’s a lot to be excited about this season, whether it be an impactful color trend or a sophisticated new silhouette. We’d even argue that the fall dress trends on deck are some of the season’s best. With fashion moving toward classic and sophisticated dressing, the dresses you’re about to discover ahead are largely of that variety. Whether it’s a pretty satin finish, a sultry thigh-high slit, or an elegant hourglass silhouette, discover the 2024 dress trends that are set to be major for the season (and no doubt the entire year) ahead. Then, of course, shop our picks within each.
Thanks to the spring/summer 2024 collections that debuted back in September, every exciting shoe, bag, and ready-to-wear trend for the first half of 2024 has been decided. Big hitters like oversize eyewear, capri pants, and burgundy, well, everything are coming out on top. It doesn’t matter that we’re not even a full month into the year yet. Fashion loves nothing more than to work ahead—like *way* ahead—which means there’s really no excuse for being late to the trend game.
On the off chance that you haven’t been studying the spring runways and pre-fall lookbooks and plucking out trendy items like I have, today’s your lucky day. Rather than make you dig for fashion gold, I went ahead and compiled the end-all, be-all buys for 2024, from the latest colorway of Dear Frances’s viral mesh ballet flats to the Prada-inspired barn coats that every affordable brand is suddenly offering. Scroll down to familiarize yourself with all 30 of them.
Given that I’m 100% an accessory girl, you’re in good hands—trust me. In fact, I often have to remind myself to buy actual clothes to wear with the accessories I’d rather spend my money on. You probably get my drift. The only thing that I don’t love about accessories is that they don’t typically have quite as much longevity as other fashion trends, which is why I’m writing this particular piece of content.
I’ve been keeping a close eye on accessories on my Instagram and TikTok feeds and in real life, and there are a handful of beloved ones that have become quite oversaturated. Whenever that happens, it’s safe to assume they’ve peaked, but that doesn’t mean they’re “over” by any means.
Ready for the intel? Keep scrolling for the accessory trends that are starting to feel tired and to shop the ones that are on the rise.
Welcome to your 2024 color download. Sorry to Pantone, but while its hue of the year—Peach Fuzz—is a pretty shade, we’re going in a decidedly different direction with our trend reporting. If you want to know about what will really be hot in the fashion world, then you’ve come to the right place. After analyzing the spring/summer 2024 collections, we spotted several key themes that we can already say with certainty will come to define the upcoming season and the year at large.
As with any fresh batch of trends that arrives, there will inevitably be a decline in several more that have served their time. Out with the old, and in with the new, right? While you should prepare to see a range of new-season shades like icy blush, rich espresso bean, and brooding burgundy, we should warn you that you may notice a decline in a few not-as-fresh colors too.
Ahead, discover the fashion color trends that are in for 2024—they’re the ones you’ll see in every street style gallery during fashion month, stocked on every virtual shelf, and sported by all your in-the-know friends—and, consequently, which outdated hues we’re officially phasing out.
I love the feeling of a new year. That clean slate and “the world is your oyster” kind of feeling the first few weeks of the year bring is something I wish I could bottle and sell. As we move into 2024, there are some lessons from the previous year to bring along with us and some to leave in the past. Trends work the same way. There are some we love so much we want to keep wearing on into our next chapter and some we’re ready to swap for an upgrade. Since 2024 is going to be my most stylish year yet, I had to do a little digging on the trends I’m loving for the New Year and the ones I’m leaving in the dust.
Keep scrolling to see which trends I’ll be wearing this year and which ones I’m kicking to the curb.
TikTok has a new style aesthetic taking my For You page by storm: the “mob/mafia wife” look. Think gold jewelry and black turtlenecks topped off with a big faux-fur coat to really commit to the look. By this definition, I have been having a “mob wife” winter for the past few, but celebrities, fashion people, and content creators alike are all making sure they have good faux fur to sport for the winter season. There is something very ’90s NYC about this trend that I love. It’s giving Carrie Bradshaw on New Year’s Eve. Sorry, puffer jackets—we’ll still be keeping you for trips to the slopes, but that’s about it.
Naked dressing was on everyone’s minds for 2023, and in 2024, we are keeping the revealing vibe going. While this trend can be intimidating, there are many ways you can tweak it to fit your personal comfort level. You can always throw a jacket over something or layer underneath with a good Skims bralette if you’re in the market for a little extra coverage. This trend is not only seductive but also one for the stylish and bold—two words I’m fully embracing for my 2024 style. This is the perfect look for a fun night out with friends or to pack on a girls’ trip. I personally am obsessed with the trend and am thrilled we’re still wearing little to nothing this year. Unfortunately for my corporate-dressing lovers, you don’t have to throw your blazers away, but you definitely have to leave them at home on a Friday or Saturday night.
Consider 2024 the year hosiery makes its comeback. We all love a pair of sheer tights, but fashion people everywhere are experimenting with different fabrics and colors of tights to add some wow factor to a look. Everyone’s obsession with cherry red has led to many red-legged looks, as we see above on Elsa Hosk, but bordeaux and lace pairs are rising in popularity. When you add fashionable tights, you’re letting everyone around you know how just how chic you actually are. Unfortunately for the baggy cargos I used to save and store for the weekends, it may be time to say goodbye.
It’s been about two weeks of the New Year, and there is only one shoe style everyone is drooling over: sleek pumps. YSL’s signature sexy stilettos have been clogging my Instagram and TikTok feeds like never before. I swear I’ve never seen so many Lee Pointed Toe Slingback Pump unboxing videos in my life. It’s not that I’m complaining, though. I’m just as obsessed as the next person when it comes to good pumps. Nothing adds a bit of power and seduction like stilettos, and they can up the sexy factor of virtually any outfit. Unlike clunky platform boots, these are all about streamlined sleekness made to make your feet and your outfit as sultry as possible. If you ask me, everyone needs at least one pair of sleek stilettos.
Putting together an elegant party outfit is about as close to impossible as winning the lottery or getting a table at NYC’s Polo Bar… the two concepts just don’t really go together. Yet Anya Taylor-Joy managed to create one seemingly with ease for the Emmys after party she attended last night. For the event in West Hollywood, the The Menu actress chose an all-black ensemble consisting of a black leather miniskirt, matching go-go boots, and an hourglass-shaped blazer that added just the right amount of formality and glamour to the otherwise fun and playful look.
Hourglass silhouettes like Taylor-Joy’s are quickly becoming some of 2024’s most sought-after items, with trending styles by designer labels like Alaïa, Tory Burch, Versace, and Gabriela Hearst, as well as more affordable options that can be found at Aritzia, Reformation, and Helsa. Below, scroll through 15 of my favorite nipped-in, structural pieces, each of which is more elegant than the next.
When I first moved to New York in my early twenties, it was as if I had suddenly gone from experiencing my life at standard speed and suddenly switched it into fast forward mode. There was so much to explore, taste, and try. Going from a college student running to class in a university sweatshirt and Ugg boots to working in fashion, was an awakening. Suddenly, I was immersed in luxury brands and emerging labels, eager to test and try a bit of everything.
Now with over a decade in the industry under my belt, I’m much more inclined to slow down and take a more considered approach to my personal style and purchases. While I look back on some of my questionable past outfit choices with a fond sense of humor more than anything else, there are a few things that I’ve had to draw the line about. Through trial and error, I now know looking back what gives me the ick. To distill them to a singular idea, it usually revolves around choices I made that now don’t feel true to who I am or my personal style. I don’t regret them per se, we learn by making mistakes, after all! But, I do wince a little bit when I think about the money spent on things that these days wouldn’t have me looking twice.
Ahead, I’m sharing three revelations from my own styling experiences, and how I’ve learned from them moving forward. My hope is that you too, can learn from my mistakes.
In its report on Q3 2023, Lyst not only named Tory Burch as a rising brand to watch with a 15% spike in searches for the quarter, but also narrowed in on the one item largely responsible for all the newfound hype: its pierced mules, which made the top-10 list of the hottest products, alongside heavy-hitters like Miu Miu and Loewe. For those uninitiated in the language of “new Tory”, the mules are part of a series of shoes that all have the same notorious hardware which gives off the illusion that the shoe is pierced with a segment ring near the toe.
The first of these pierced shoes came in the form of slingback flats and flat mules and they debuted on the spring/summer 2023 runway, the collection that’s widely regarded as marking the beginning of Burch’s new aesthetic. Since then, a pair of slingback pumps have joined the ranks and the latest update is anticipated in the spring 2024 lineup to be launching in the coming months. Already, fashion insiders are clamoring to get their hands on a pair—at least two Who What Wear editors already have—and making what’s left of the first pairs nearly sell out.
With the forthcoming 2024 iterations, it seems like the perfect time to highlight the It style because it’s clearly only growing in interest and attention. Ahead, we’ve charted the course of the Tory Burch pierced shoes from their runway debuts to the current-season market. Discover fashion’s most-wanted footwear of the moment, and then shop the pairs that are magically still available (for now, that is).
New year, new wardrobe, right? As 2024 was quickly approaching, I took the opportunity to evaluate my (admittedly overflowing) closet and make some decisive cuts. I realized I hadn’t done a deeper audit of things in quite a long time, so not only was my closet in need of a healthy purge to make everything finally fit on the hanger again, but my style has notably pivoted over the past year towards a more elegant and classic look and many of my older clothing items just no longer feel like anything I want to wear.
I’m guilty of trying a lot of different trends and during the height of the Y2K redux, I tried dozens of things that feel overly-trendy when I look at them now. It turns out that I was holding onto plenty of items like baggy cargo pants and colorful plastic jewelry that I thought I’d get wear out of but never really did. At the end of the day, I’ve always preferred more timeless styles to trendier ones, so I’m taking it as a lesson to be pickier when trying new styles. Below, I’m discussing below several of the swaps I’ve made to move my wardrobe and personal style in a more elegant and less trend-driven direction that will (hopefully) withstand the test of time.
My approach to winter dressing is always to tread lightly when it comes to trends. The goal when buying anything new is to avoid looking overly trendy and instead find ways to weave new must-haves into my rotation of favorites. The resulting outfits are intuitively comfortable because, for the most part, I have worn them before. But the addition of my fresh purchases makes it seem as though I’ve hired a professional stylist to help me put a personal twist on the It looks of the moment.
This winter, the first trend that I leaned into was cherry red, which I’ve begun to incorporate into my outfits by way of accessories. Jeans and a tee are transformed when you add a red pair of heels or sunglasses. Designers such as The Row, Ferragamo, and Stella McCartney have cosigned on the trend, where on the runway, they mixed in red accessories with head-to-toe cherry looks. It’s up to you how maraschino you want to be.
While there are subtler trends, like the continuation of quiet luxury and casually cool cargo pants, there’s also an opportunity to stand out in all black. Cutouts, sequins, and sheer details help add an alluring twist to black staples. To me, it’s the ideal party look—a little mysterious, a bit understated, but still stylish.
Read on for more shopping ideas to help you tackle the top trends of winter, no stylist necessary.
The year may be new, but in 2024 we are taking it back to the classics. The era of sleek, sophisticated, black outfits for a night out is so back. The little black dress has been the night out staple since its conception, and while an LBD is still loved in my book, this trend is taking it further than a mini dress. Cat suits, matching sets, corsets, mini skirts, trouser pants, all at your disposal to mix and match into the chicest combination possible. The key is to focus on silhouette and fit. After all, the color isn’t really whats eye-catching about this look. It’s the collection of stylish pieces all working together to make you look as good as possible. I’m obsessed with the way Indya styled her all black outfit, mixing a classic bra top with a pleated mini skirt and topping it off with a moto jacket and sunnies. Who says black has to be boring?
The New Year marks the perfect time to welcome change whether that’s a new workout routine, new mental habits, or of course, a new wardrobe. While a complete closet overhaul might be a bit unrealistic, I’ve found that adding a few items goes a long way to help my outfits feel fresh and current. The fashion scene is already anticipating a slew of trends to take off in 2024, so I’ve decided to share my personal favorites below. Some of these trends have caused quite the debate after returning to the spring 2024 runways while others are a continuation of last year’s cherished styles. I promise that investing in any of these finds will undoubtedly give your wardrobe a very chic upgrade. And the good news is that each of these five covetable trends is ready to shop at Net-a-Porter. Here’s exactly what to buy.
