Often, certain items in the fashion world earn their stripes from being an It buy, or the latest piece everyone is wearing a particular week. But some items are so established, they needn’t be trend-led to be important. We’re talking about the trench coat you’ll wear a million times without ever tiring of it, the tailored trousers that go with any top, and the leather bag that’ll become part of your everyday uniform. It’s easy to not shout about these reliable staple pieces, but as the base to many great outfits, it’s time to give them some recognition.
While some autumn/winter trends can be ticky to translate for us mere mortals, we can almost guarantee these fail-safe items we’re about to show you will be the hardest working in your wardrobe (if they’re not already.) And we’re not the only ones who believe this. As our fashion friends have given us endless inspiration for how to style them for new season. Keep scrolling to see the 13 anti-trend buys you won’t regret.
Cooler weather may be on the horizon for autumn, but your outfits can still be uplifting. A bright knit will make the need for layers more enjoyable.
The & Other Stories best-seller now comes in glossy green.
When you find “the one” (the leather jacket made for you, that is), you’ll never let it go. Just as well, then, real leather often looks even better once it’s worn in a bit.
A sleek alternative to the classic biker.
Forget custom throw-away jewellery, a great pair of (most likely gold) hoops will work with every single outfit you own. And they never fail to look polished.
Lucy Williams-approved.
Slip skirts come and go as a trend, but the fact is, a midi skirt will always be an essential. Dressed down with a shirt or up with a matching slinky cami, they can do no wrong.
Give it a French-girl twist by pairing with mules.
Arket (as seen here on Aida), & Other Stories, COS and H&M always have great oversized blazer options. Of course there’s that Frankie Shop style, too.
Add over a mini skirt with knee-high boots for autumn.
Styled with a simple tee, worn as a suit or taken on a night out with a bandeau. The tailored trouser will never fail to look put together (with minimal effort needed.)
Joseph is the destination for sharp tailoring.
Granted, a Birkin may not be in everyone’s price range (we’ll keep wishing), but a classic bag can be. Tan, black, beige or white leather is always a wise investment.
A Loewe puzzle will always be iconic.
Worn buttoned up, undone, with a blazer for work or over a bikini for vacay. A white shirt will be one of the most versatile items you can own. Tip: they look best oversized.
Arket’s organic cotton version is top tier on the high street.
Yep, the Prada loafers are still going strong. And Gucci have just bought out a new season logo pair that we expect to see everywhere. Make like Emmanuelle and team with white socks for an autumn twist.
A Gucci loafer will never date.
Anti-trend pieces don’t have to be dull, just just have to fit seamlessly into your existing style. Sara is the queen of colour, so of course a bold suit is something she’ll wear on repeat.
The colour of the year.
These will also work so well with a tank top and trainers.
The waistcoat is now a fully fledged member of any capsule wardrobe. While we’ve worn it as a top for summer, for autumn, it’s all about layering with a matchy-matchy blazer.
A wool version is the perfect new season update.
No matter the season, a knit dress will never fail. We’ll be wearing ours for autumn with tall boots and a trench.
It goes so well with tan accessories.
Simply because, no autumn wardrobe is ever complete without a timeless trench. Fact.
