Fall Trends in Street Style—Then and Now

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A look back at fall street style from 2017 forward shows that cold weather essentials, from sweaters to shearlings, remain the same no matter where you are. Pleated pieces, scarves and hats also make the list, and layering is key. Scroll through below to see how your favorite accessories, skirts, and jackets have changed throughout the years and shop our favorite picks too. And be sure to follow along as our Street Style Trend Tracker tags all the looks from the spring 2023 season.

Pleat It
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Paris, spring 2018 ready-to-wear

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Paris, spring 2021 ready-to-wear

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Paris, fall 2022 ready-to-wear

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New York, fall 2017 ready-to-wear

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London, spring 2023 ready-to-wear

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You can’t go wrong with a pleated skirt, be it a mini, midi, or maxi. Pair with a button down, tights, and some flats.

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Wales Bonner Sitar skirt

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Chopova Lowena skirt

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Theory pleated skirt

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Sacai asymmetric skirt

Maxi Vests
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New York, fall 2017 ready-to-wear

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Milan, fall 2018 ready-to-wear

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Paris, fall 2020 ready-to-wear

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Paris, fall 2022 ready-to-wear

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New York, spring 2023 ready-to-wear

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New York, spring 2023 ready-to-wear

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A maxi vest acts as a layerable staple during the transitional days of fall, while also adding some toned tailoring into your outfits.

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The Row Effie vest

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Burberry Federica vest

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Zara vest

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Sacai Garbardine coat

Scarves for Days
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Paris, spring 2018 ready-to-wear

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Milan, fall 2018 ready-to-wear

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Milan, fall 2017 ready-to-wear

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Copenhagen, fall 2020 ready-to-wear

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Stockholm, fall 2021 ready-to-wear

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Paris, spring 2022 ready-to-wear

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Copenhagen, fall 2022 ready-to-wear

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Add a fur stole or a knit scarf to complete your look.

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Acne Studios scarf

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Burberry classic vintage scarf

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Apparis Bambi scarf

Shear it Up
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Paris, fall 2017 ready-to-wear

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Paris, fall 2020 ready-to-wear

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New York, fall 2018 ready-to-wear

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Milan, fall 2018 ready-to-wear

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New York, fall 2022 ready-to-wear

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A shearling jacket is always warm and always in style.

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Saks Potts Foxy coat

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Stand Studio Patrice coat

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Jonathan Simkhai coat

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Stella McCartney coat

Hats Off
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London, fall 2018 ready to wear

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Milan, spring 2018 ready-to-wear

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Paris, spring 2022 ready-to-wear

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Paris, fall 2022 menswear

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Copenhagen, fall 2022 ready-to-wear

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London, spring 2023 ready-to-wear

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Balaclavas, berets, and page boy caps are good for windy days and upping the style quotient of any look.

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Brixton cap

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Eugenia Kim Carter beret

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The Row Everest snood

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The Attico hat