The Fashion Forecast: 2025 autumn predictions
by: Lili Blofeld
As the Summer heat begins to retreat and golden leaves crunch beneath our feet, fashion takes a shift towards warm layers and earthy tones and burgundy hits the rails everywhere.
This past summer we saw blue pinstripes, linen bottoms and flowy camisole tops dominating the streets and social media; however as autumn is steadily approaching the season promises a blend of timeless classics and fresh patterns and colours waiting to be explored throughout the season. Let’s unpack some of the key trends set to define your wardrobe this autumn.
Graceful and simple, ballet flats are taking the stage this season as a comfortable yet elegant footwear choice to pair effortlessly with any outfit. While it was Chanel that famously brought the shoe to the spotlight in the past, 2025 introduces a modern twist. Today’s flats, often crafted from a glossy patent leather, accentuates the beautiful, deep shades of colour, like bold navies and burgundies – perfect for adding a touch of charm to any outfit. Though Chanel’s iconic flats may be out of the budget for most of us, high-street brands such as Mango and Zara offer high-quality alternatives that deliver style and value. These buckled version from Marks and Spencers fit the look
The palette and shades of autumn can be discovered in the style choices of the season, particularly wine red, the deep, rich, standout shade can make a statement in any look. Whether in the form of the ballet flats, a handbag or a cozy, knitted jumper it can add a flourish of colour to an otherwise neutral outfit. Meanwhile tones like taupe, beige, sand and mocha serve as a base layer of comfort providing an empty yet soft canva for deeper statement shades to stand out.
“Style or comfort?”, is often the question asked when putting together stylish outfits, but why not have both? To stay comfortable and warm throughout autumn and winter whilst maintaining an element of sophistication, a trench coat or quilted jacket is the perfect choice for you. These earthy-toned outerwear staples are both practical and timeless – it is safe to say no autumn trend report would be fit without them. Trench coats, in particular, will never fade from relevance. From the ‘90’s, where it delivered an elegant new york workwear aesthetic to the present day, the trench coat hasn’t had a modernisation, nor has it needed one. The camel toned, double breasted classic can elevate your autumn and winter wardrobe year after year. Perfect for the colder weather that autumn brings, quilted jackets are also a great option. The puffer-style jacket is a trendy outer layer available in a range of colours, the typical khaki green colour or beige are the most prominent today, but why not try a wine red shade or deep navy to uplevel your next predominantly neutral toned outfit?
Marks and Spencer’s classic trench coat is timeless and practical to transition seasons
Whether it is hairclips, oversized sunglasses or headbands, tortoise shell is the pattern for success this season. Underrated most certainly, the pattern is often overlooked but its subtle nature adds warmth, depth and a vintage flair to outfits grounded in neutrals. The stunning mix of caramel brown, tan and gold help achieve an extra layer of personality to your outfits.
I simply cannot end our autumn fashion trends without mentioning a bag. Already making its claim to fame this season is the brown suede shoulder bag. This slouchy style bag is currently leading the autumn trends through its spacious practicality and ability to capture the spirit of autumn. It blends form and function effortlessly, so whether paired with a trench coat or cozy knit a relaxed charm is added to any look.
Will you be bold enough to pull off a ballet flat this autumn? Or perhaps finally investing in a trench coat appeals to you more than the other predicted trends? Whatever your choice, this season is all about balancing timeless staples and experimenting or twisting new trends to help grow your personal expression. As leaves change, autumn invites your wardrobes to do the same, embrace the season’s charm and step into the colder months with a style that speaks true to you.
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