Your ultimate guide to Fall 2025 fashion

As the air turns crisp and the palette deepens, Fall 2025 arrives with a mood that’s equal parts refined and rebellious. From sculptural silhouettes to plush textures, this season invites you to dress with intention—and indulgence.

Here are the top trends.

DEFINED LINES

 

If you thought oversized silhouettes still ruled, think again. Designers are clinching in and sharpening up, bringing back the waist as fashion’s focal point. From corset-inspired contours to architectural tailoring, the message is clear: definition is in.

SECOND SKIN

 

Transparency continues to rule the runway, inviting fashion to embrace a daring reveal. Taking notes from Rihanna’s iconic sheer dress moment at the CFDA Awards in 2014—this trend confidently blurs the line between dressing up and baring it all.

GOTHIC GRACE

 

Channeling the eerie elegance of Wednesday with a couture twist—dark lace, sheer layers, and dramatic detailing bring gothic romance back into the spotlight.

WILD INSTINCTS

 

Once a symbol of rebellion, animal prints shed their cliché past as designers push them into daring new territory. Leopard, zebra, and Dalmatian patterns are reimagined through unexpected textures and silhouettes, striking the perfect balance between untamed energy and high-fashion polish.

SCARF OBSESSION

 

Referred as the wardrobe staple of old-world elegance, the scarf takes on a new life with bold prints, unexpected knots, and experimental styling. From Audrey Hepburn’s timeless headscarf moments to modern street style reinventions, this versatile accessory proves its power to transform even the simplest look into a statement.

MAXED OUT

 

Longline jackets take center stage, bringing effortless drama to every look. Inspired by iconic oversized moments—from Kate Moss on ’90s runways to modern street style interpretations—designers transform outerwear into a statement of relaxed power and polish.

GREEN SCREEN

 

Green steps into the spotlight as fashion’s freshest statement, spanning from deep, earthy olives to vivid, lush tones. Once a subtle, neutral shade, the colour now takes on new power, reimagined in flowing fabrics and bold silhouettes that bring a sense of grounded elegance and modern edge.

IN THE SLOUCH

 

Relaxed silhouettes take the spotlight as slouchy bags bring a sense of ease and nonchalance to the season’s accessories. Soft, unstructured shapes meet luxurious textures, making these bags the ultimate companions for both polished and laid-back looks.

SNEAKER TWIST

 

Sporty shoes take an unexpected turn with bold shapes, elevated materials, and striking details. Blurring the line between casual and couture, these reimagined soles bring a fresh twist to everyday style.

SPACE AGE GLAM

 

Futuristic frames come to the fore with sleek lines and experimental shapes. Glossy finishes and sculptural designs push eyewear into bold, otherworldly territory—adding a cosmic touch of drama to any look.

This article first appeared in the October print edition of Harper's Bazaar India.

All images: Getty images and brands

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