Celebrities, they’re just like us. Well, as far as it’s also autumn for them too, but with it being part of their job to look good at all times, there is an added pressure to get their seasonal wardrobes right. While I’m tempted to spend autumn wrapped up in cosy knits and comfortable shoes, the A-list have to work that little bit harder to make cold-weather clothing look chic, but thankfully for us, whatever they choose to step out in over the next few months, Who What Wear is on hand to chart the very best autumn outfits worth copying.
Lately we’ve seen our favourite famous dressers in some of autumn’s biggest trends a little early. After such a short and disappointing summer, the stars are already reverting to cosy coats, easy denim and of course, plenty of sleek accessories—all of which have inspired our new season purchases.
So, should you be wondering what to wear this autumn, it’s what the stars are wearing off the red carpet, that is really grabbing our attention. In the mix you’ll find Sophia Ritchie’s favourite jeans, Victoria Beckham’s classic coat, and the jacket trend that Katie Holmes splurged on (but you can find on the high street). Keep scrolling to see the nine best celebrity autumn trends well worth investing in now, and where you can shop the key pieces to needed to get replicate the A-list look.
Style Notes: Katie Holmes’ Chanel look is a reminder of just how chic tweed and bouclé jackets can be. Not only are they the perfect layer for transitional weather, but they manage to make even a white tee and jeans look dressy.
Tell me you didn’t think this was designer.
Honestly, I’d say this is strong enough to rival Katies.
You’ll be thankful for this once the temperatures drop.
Style Notes: There are a few colours that always manage to look expensive no matter what they’re paired with, and sage green is the latest addition to the list. This soft and sophisticated shade is the palette cleanser we’ve been waiting for after Barbie pink, and its about to start a movement all of it’s own, just ask Rosie Huntingdon-Whiteley.
This is what we mean when we say “jeans and a nice top”.
Wear with jeans, skirts, tailored trousers, over dresses and under jackets.
This bag comes in just about every colour, but the green is iconic.
Style Notes: If we can rely on Victoria Beckham for anything, it’s tips on how to style skyscraper heels, flared trousers or a good coat, and this look is a case in point. A classic wool coat is a wardrobe staple, and even if you don’t plan on wearing yours with a pair of lycra sock boots, it will go with everything in wardrobe, guaranteed.
I can’t quite believe that this is still in stock.
It’s official, & Other Stories make some of my favourite coats on the high street.
I love this unexpected colour combination from Raey.
Style Notes: Autumn and winter are all about comfort, so in the interests of keeping spray-on skinnies at bay for as long as possible, we’re sticking to slouchy boyfriend, balloon, and wide-leg jeans, just like Sophia Ritchie. There’s just something effortlessly elegant about a piece that you can throw on in five minutes teamed with sophisticated separates.
The perfect high-waisted, loose-legged fit for those who don’t want “baggy” jeans.
If there’s a better jean to pair with ankle boots, I’m yet to see it.
Balloon jeans are widest at the knee to create their unique curve.
Style Notes: You might be expecting to see ankle boots on the list, but this autumn we’re following Emily Ratajkowski’s lead and pairing mini hemlines with a tall boot. Knee-high boots tend to come back around each year for good reason, and this year we don’t plan on waiting until winter to make the most of this chic shoe.
A subtle nod to the wild west.
Reformation’s latest knee boot is a guaranteed bestseller.
M&S have done it again.
Style Notes: Not a fan of heels? No sweat, Gigi Hadid just showed us a new way to style the year’s biggest shoe trend thus far—the ballet flat. While we wore them with romantic dresses and skirts through the summer, now is the time to play with masculine references and try pairing the ladylike shoe with tailored trousers, blazers, and oversized shirts.
Such a cute shoe.
Madewell’s Greta flats are a bestseller, and it’s easy to see why.
Yes, you can wear ballet pumps in the evening too.
Style Notes: It’s quite possible that Hailey Bieber set the internet on fire when she stepped out in a series of bright red looks to promote her latest Rhode launch, but it reaffirmed what we knew all along—hot red is the one to watch. It might not be a trend fit for wallflowers, but it’s well worth the minimum effort for maximum payoff.
Just add a glossy knee-high boot.
This would be excellent with a fluffy grey cardigan.
Straight from the runway and onto NET-A-PORTER.
Style Notes: if you aren’t already following Rochelle Hulmes, consider this your sign to start. She effortlessly mixes high street and designer pieces (and is responsible for a few instant sell-outs), but if there is one style from her extensive wardrobe we’d like to borrow, it’s her blazer collection. Since the Frankie Shop first dropped the Gelso jacket we’ve been obsessed with oversized tailoring, and this season designers turned up the volume even further. Just check out Saint Laurent’s A/W ’23 show for the biggest blazers we’ve ever laid eyes on.
The OG boxy blazer.
Whenever I’m looking for premium tailoring, I had for ME + EM for the perfect fit.
This also comes in black and dark purple too.
Style Notes: We’ve been tracking Jennifer Lawrence’s outfits for a while now, and her reliable tote is in the background of all of her transitional outfits. Finally, a trend that is as practical and it is cool, and if it gets the celebrity stamp of approval, we’re hanging up our mini bags until next spring.
Expect to see much more of Loewe’s latest It bag.
The size may be “small” but its deceptively roomy.
