Fall Color Trends from the Runways

Posted by Erma Hippe on Saturday, June 1, 2024

Sorbet Pink

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Pink has long been a romantic color among the fashion set, but it's staging a triumphant comeback in a pastel hue this season. Sorbet pink hit the fall 2020 runways in dress, coat, quilted skirt, and even eyewear form. It's a soft approach to adding color to your wardrobe.

Clockwise from top left: Giambattista Valli, Fendi, Miu Miu, Alexander McQueen

Balenciaga Hourglass Houndstooth Wool Coat

Hourglass Houndstooth Wool Coat

Work the hue into your fall wardrobe with a structured statement coat that's easy to style with boots, denim, and sweaters. 

Davidor L'Arc 18-Karat Rose Gold and Diamond Ring

L'Arc 18-Karat Rose Gold and Diamond Ring

This soft-pink enamel-and-diamond band is unexpected for fall but guaranteed to become your go-to everyday piece of jewelry. 

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Staud Juliette Cotton-Blend Dress

Juliette Cotton-Blend Dress

Embrace transitional dressing this season in a fresh, new hue. Wear this on the weekend with your favorite fall boots or under classic outerwear with ribbed knit tights.

Green with Envy

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After popping up on several fall 2020 runways, green in shades of chartreuse, mint, and olive quickly began taking over Instagram and the street style scene. The verdant hue feels fresh, especially for the fall/winter season, and looks good in both apparel and accessory forms.

Clockwise from top left: Roksanda, Y/Project, Sally Lapointe, Nina Ricci

By Far Rachel Mini Chain-Embellished Croc-Effect Leather Tote

Rachel Mini Chain-Embellished Croc-Effect Leather Tote

For a pop of the color, try By Far's buzzy new It bag shape that lends a little early-2000s nostalgia. We especially love the silver chain hardware. 

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Vince Cashmere Shrunken Button Cardigan

Cashmere Shrunken Button Cardigan

Sweater weather will be in full effect before we know it! So try the ultimate layering piece in a new heathered garden hue. You can style it with high-waisted jeans or your favorite midi skirt on the weekend, or with trousers while you work from home during the week. 

Wandler Isa Boot Olive

Isa Boot Olive

These olive-hued ankle boots will instantly add an extra accent of cool to any look in your closet.

Earth Tones

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Tone down in earth-inspired hues of browns. Take note from Lemaire and try the look in a relaxed suit form, or go the Stella McCartney route and try it out in a graphic printed flowy dress.

Clockwise from top left: Stella McCartney, Nina Ricci, Lemaire, Acne

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Sea Quilted Belted Vegan Leather Coat

Quilted Belted Vegan Leather Coat

This elegant splurge-worthy, quilted leather brown coat will have you standing out among a sea of puffer coats.  

Usisi Sister Consti Woven Leather Top Handle Bag

Consti Woven Leather Top Handle Bag

Make a subtle statement with this sculptural top-handle purse. Plus, it's a great conversation starter. 

Velvet Canyon The Rendezvous Round-Frame Acetate Sunglasses

The Rendezvous Round-Frame Acetate Sunglasses

Shield the rays with these oversized '70s-inspired sunnies crafted from beautiful earth-tone glossy acetate. 

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Shades of Gray

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Sleek and chic and not surprising at all, slate gray popped up on countless fall 2020 runways, from New York to Milan to Paris. Whether you go for a blazer, sweater, or structured dress form, this is one way to stand out and dress for a day in the city.

Clockwise from top left: Coperni, Altuzarra, Christian Dior, Prada

Isabel Marant Étoile Fitted Double-Breasted Blazer

Fitted Double-Breasted Blazer

There's nothing more effortless than an easy-to-throw-on blazer. Try it in this chic gray hue that will act as a neutral in your closet. 

Totême Bova Fringed Wool-Blend Scarf

Bova Fringed Wool-Blend Scarf

This wool-blend scarf by Totême is an exaggerated length that can be wrapped multiple times for extra warmth during the colder months. 

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Prada Ribbed Knit Cashmere Silk Top

Ribbed Knit Cashmere Silk Top

Style this chic, ribbed knit cashmere silk top with denim for a cool, off-duty weekend look or a midi skirt for your nine-to-five. 

Head-to-Toe Black

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Monochromatic darks from head to toe was a theme in many collections from Rochas to Carolina Herrera this season. Try the trend in leather, suede, and even knitwear. And trust that investing in staples from your favorite designers will last well beyond this season.

Clockwise from top left: Gabriela Hearst, Emilia Wickstead, Carolina Herrera, Rochas

Nomasei Nono Loafer in Black Brushed Calfskin

Nono Loafer in Black Brushed Calfskin

Update the classics in your wardrobe and embrace the square-toe shape this season with these It girl loafers. 

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Goldsign Leather High-Rise Bootcut Pants

Leather High-Rise Bootcut Pants

Yes, you need a pair of black buttery-leather statement-making pants in your life. Add a white tee and pumps, and you're good to go. 

Maison Michel Pina Grosgrain-Trimmed Wool-Felt Fedora

Pina Grosgrain-Trimmed Wool-Felt Fedora

Maison Michel's Pina style is one of the milliner's signature designs each season, thanks to the timeless fedora silhouette. This version is masterfully crafted from black wool felt and can easily be paired with your favorite jackets. 

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Jaclyn Palermo is a Fashion Editor with the Hearst Fashion Group, specializing in accessories. Standing under 5 feet, she’s never afraid to make a big fashion statement, preferably at an art opening, and is always on the hunt for the perfect vintage home find in Brooklyn. Follow her on Instagram@j_palermo.

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