SHOPPING FOR AW25? START WITH THESE TRENDS

Seasoned fashion lover or not, navigating unfamiliar weather, a mountain of fresh trends, and an investment in *the* perfect coat can feel equal parts exciting and overwhelming. These past sunny months have been defined by a carousel of trending styles – from polka dots to capri pants – and this abundant fashion mezze shows no signs of waning. In honour of the season's sartorial deliciousness, we've collated the ultimate AW25 trend guide to get you started. From faux fur to slouchy bags, we guarantee you won’t make it to Christmas without adding at least one of these to your roster. So keep reading (and take notes).

To say that tailoring is in for autumn/winter is akin to announcing the sky is blue. But like any good classic that goes around and comes around, sharp corporate silhouettes are capable of endless iterations (none quite the same as the last). This year it’s all about volume – from 80s padded shoulders to unexpected waistlines, there’s nothing demure about 2025’s seasonal suiting. Pheobe Philo and Maison Margiela are the recent arbiters of these sculptural shapes, with Ganni and Jacquemus offering up more wearable alts. Whether you play it safe with a cinched blazer or go full va-va-voom with a belted situation, your usual office outfit is certain to get a fun update.

GET THE LOOK: 

AWARE structured cinched waist tailored blazer co-ord in covert green, £68
ASOS DESIGN sculpted cinch waist blazer in black, £65
ASOS DESIGN scoop neckline cinch blazer in lemon, £55
ASOS DESIGN herringbone cocoon sleeve cropped blazer in black, £50

Fur-heavy layers have been missing from recent winters – with 2024 marked by understated pieces like sweeping wool coats and The Row-inspired raingear. But this autumn has seen an industry pivot towards more overstated outerwear. From Toteme to Simone Rocha, expect fuzzy, fluffy jackets en masse – whether they’re cropped, ankle length, or somewhere in between. The best part about this trend is that it’s outstandingly cosy and oozes old-Hollywood chic. No matter how dreary the commute, we challenge you to feel underdressed in a floor-length, faux fur coat.

GET THE LOOK: 

Topshop faux leather pocket bomber jacket with detachable fur collar, £75
Topshop faux fur long coat in burgundy, £110
Stradivarius Cropped faux fur jacket in brown, £65.99
ASOS DESIGN leather look shawl collar faux fur collar bomber jacket in black, £75

Your suiting may be structured this autumn but bags? Not so much. Trickling on from summer's boho trend, the cooler months ahead are set to be dominated by slouchy shoulder bags – think soft tumbled leather and lived-in shapes à la the Balenciaga City Bag and the Chloé Paddington. These casual silhouettes are perfect for packing full of essentials, from your laptop to your Pilates gear. Practical and trending? It’s a yes from us.

GET THE LOOK: 

ASOS DESIGN suede slouch tote bag in light chocolate, £58
ARKET real leather large shiny slouchy tote bag in burgundy, £189
My Accessories slouchy shoulder bag in dark brown, £26
Topshop Tilly metal hardware slouchy tote bag in burgundy, £36

Complimenting the sweeping contours of this season’s accessories, caping and draping are about to dominate your autumn/winter layers. These sleek styles are a practical means of getting both your coat and scarf out of one clothing item, and the smooth sheets of fabric feel undeniably elevated. Perfect for mixing up a simpler outfit like tailored trousers and a tee, these unusual silhouettes bring some architectural flair to the colder days ahead.

GET THE LOOK: 

ASOS DESIGN cropped cape formal coat in olive, £55
ARRANGE high neck drape cape top in oyster, £85
ASOS DESIGN structured oversized collar blazer co-ord in red, £70
Gina Tricot funnel neck belt cape jacket in beige, £50

It might have been years since you last head to school gates, but the end of August still conjures a sense of back-to-class energy that invites preppy fashion into our wardrobes. Each year offers a slightly different take on this timeless trend (from loafers to pleated skirts), but 2025 is doing serious bits for the plaid print. Tartan coats and checkered fabrics are set for a major comeback thanks to reinvigorated campaigns at Burberry and Barbour – and with rain sure to rear its head any minute, what better time to lean into this old favourite?

GET THE LOOK: 

Superdry vintage pleated mini skirt in Vintage Navy Check, £44.99
COLLUSION ruched detail cut out midi skirt co-ord in multi check, £32.99
Threadbare check pleated mini skirt in blue, £20
Barbour corine quilted jacket in black/ancient tartan, £199

You might be wondering where all these heavy fabrics and structured silhouettes leave space for a little feminine flair. Well, the good news for any romantics among us? Lace is going nowhere. Having cemented itself in the spring/summer arsenal via the aforementioned boho moment, lace and ruffles are sticking around for the cooler weather thanks to cascading chiffon styles at Chloe, Dior and Chanel. We’ll admit the exaggerated necklines and inflated sleeves are giving major William Shakespeare energy – but we’re here for it. After all, what’s cosier and more autumnal than a little 16th century poetry? A trend by any other name would smell as sweet.

GET THE LOOK: 

Threadbare co-ord lace maxi skirt in ivory, £30
Bershka strappy lace top in yellow, £19.99
Topshop sheer maxi with lace inserts in ivory, £42
ONLY lace detail top in white, £35