4 min readWhen New York Fashion Week wrapped last week, I had one thing on my mind: How do I get the look now?
Designers from Danielle Kallmeyer to Joseph Altuzarra to Ashlynn Park delivered collections filled with desirable wardrobe builders—fresh iterations not only of key pieces, but also of how to style them.
It was a big week for New York over all. Marc Jacobs kicked things off by giving us the nostalgia we didn’t know we needed. Ralph Lauren presented updates to all of our favorite heritage styles. Michael Kors celebrated 45 years and reminded us of the power of New York City glamour. And the new generation of tentpole designers had us running to preorder our favorite pieces, like Colleen Allen’s bustle bag, the argyle and striped sweaters at Zankov, the sporty separates at Lii, and just about everything from Rachel Scott’s Diotima collection.
Below, I’ve rounded up ten of my favorite trends, styling points, and key pieces from New York Fashion Week—and offered tips for how to start incorporating them into your wardrobe.
Ladylike Bits & Bobs
Left to right: Altuzarra, Maria McManus, Kallmeyer
Right now, we’re excited about preppy, maximalist layering (it’s how we’re wearing our shirts this spring), but Kallmeyer and Altuzarra made the case for a more ladylike approach to putting things together. In their shows, it was all about doubling up on polished accessories and tailored shirting. I loved the way some of the models at Kallmeyer held their gloves alongside their bag—so sophisticated—and I’m already planning to layer simple shirts in muted colors as we transition into spring.
Citizens of Humanity Caradene Ribbed Stretch-Lyocell Turtleneck Sweater
Khaite Remo Mid Leather Gloves
Savette Symmetry Pochette
The Bustle Bag
Clockwise: The bustle bag; Bazaar’s Brooke Bobb tries the look: Bazaar’s Lynette Nylander demonstrates the bustle effect
This one-of-a-kind piece caused lots of excitement at the Bazaar team’s appointment with Colleen Allen. The bag has longer straps that allow you to carry it like a crossbody, but the coolest way to wear it is around your waist at the back, like a bustle. It’s romantic and practical all at once.
Leopard All Over
clockwise from top left: Ralph Lauren, Herbert Levine, Anna Sui, (car selfie en route to shows!)
In between shows, the streets were quite literally crawling with leopard print; it was one of the biggest trends we saw on showgoers. And on the runways, it was everywhere from Ralph Lauren’s classic cropped jacket to Anna Sui’s remixed cape coat. We even saw it on footwear via one of our favorite shoe designers, Trevor Houston, who dedicated a portion of his Herbert Levine collection to the print.
Prada Aimèe Medium Printed Leather Bag
Simkhai Rumi Belted Leopard-Print Brushed-Felt Coat
Nili Lotan Gaia Silk Shirt
Ganni Leopard Betzy Jeans
Le Monde Beryl Leopard Bevilacqua Velvet
Sporty Chic
Lii
At the Lii show, designer Zane Li gave American sportswear a refresh. Leaning into sporty zipped jackets, neoprene tops, and rugby shirts, he made the case that these more athletic silhouettes deserve to appear in a chicer context. To try this at home now, dress up a ringer T-shirt and twill jacket with a pair of pop-of-color gloves for some added flair.
Polo Ralph Lauren Zip-Fastening Jacket
Guest in Residence Alpine Collegiate Color-Block Cashmere Polo Sweater
Prada Pouch-Embellished Leather Gloves
Courrèges Reedition Vinyl Mini Skirt
Brooches
Kallmeyer and Ralph Lauren
The accessory that tied everything together on the runway this season was a brooch. We often saw them holding together a scarf over a jacket or coat, but they looked equally chic on lapels and sweaters at the Tory Burch show.
Agmes Tess Sterling Silver Onyx Brooch
Miu Miu Metal Brooch With Crystals
Georg Jensen Offspring Brooch
Saint Lauren Crystal Medallion Brooch in Metal
Wolf & Badger Calla Silver Brooch
Prep School Redux
clockwise from top left: Altuzarra, J.Press (on right), Zankov
From the layered argyle sweaters at Zankov to the madras plaid pants at J.Press, there were playful preppy details throughout the collections that balanced more buttoned-up silhouettes. Update your shirting wardrobe with a pop of plaid, or swap in a ribbon belt for a graphic detail to break up your look.
Ralph Lauren Classic Fit Plaid Slub Linen Shirt
Khaite Shellar Shearling-Trimmed Leather Jacket
Cotton argyle knit sweater
Citizens of Humanity Horsebit-Embellished Corduroy Flared Pants
Made-in-USA Nautical Flags Motif D Ring Belt
The Long Statement Necklace
clockwise from top left: Altuzarra, Hunting Season, Don’t Let Disco, Agmes, (both) Chan Luu
While our shell necklaces are on vacation until we pull them back out for the summertime, long necklaces with stone pendants and beading with fringe are the winter equivalent. They’re the perfect way to elevate a classic sweater or T-shirt with vintage jeans when you’re going to the office.
Le Sundial Venice Opera Tasseled Carnelian And Silver Necklace
Jennifer Behr Asha Beaded Necklace
Chan Luu Pampille Necklace White Pearl
Hunting Season The Pendant Tagua And Leather Necklace
Joie DiGiovanni Spinel Classic Gemstone Lariat
Scarf Dressing
Altuzarra
The fall/winter shows reminded us that there are so many directional ways to style scarves. Tie one over your pants like a belt, tie a few together to make a top, or drape one over your sweater and secure it with a ringed holder. If this all feels too daunting, you can always buy a scarf top that does the work for you—those are trending, too.
Lancel Arabesque-Print Silk Scarf
Celine Pre-Owned 2017 Silk Scarf Bag Shoulder Bag
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Aspinal of London Skinny Scarf Ring 18ct Gold Plated
Prada Printed Silk Twill Scarf
Color-Blocked Separates
Zankov and Marc Jacobs
Mixing bold colors in luxe fabrics instantly gives your look an edge. Whether you take a more minimal, Y2K approach like at Marc Jacobs or mix and match with a touch of sparkle like at Zankov, this style can take you from a day at the office to a night out with ease.
Wolf & Badger Diana Silk Blouse In Blue
Retrofête Riley Sequined Crepe de Chine Skirt
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Arch4 Organic Cashmere Sweater
Flore Flore Diana Organic Cotton-Piqué Polo Shirt
Prada Elasticated-Waist Satin Skirt
Glamorous Daywear
clockwise from top left: Jasper, Khaite, Michael Kors, Chan Luu, Accorda, Diotima, Marina Moscone
In the same way that it feels cool to go casual for a night out (like wearing a button-down with a maxi skirt to a black-tie affair), wearing dressed-up separates for the daytime gives your look a sophisticated twist. Whether you swap your loafers for a pair of patent-leather shoes for the office, or wear luxe pants with a white T-shirt for a day around the city, there’s something chic about going against the dress code.
Toteme Petal Dress Off-White
Herbert Levine Showtime Patent Leather 30MM Oxford Pumps
Adam Lippes Scarf-Detail Blouse
Khaite Callum Calf Hair Straight-Leg Pants
