During this season’s New York Fashion week Spring/Summer 2025 shows, the energy was palpable. Fashion editors, stylists, and celebrities traveled across the city to witness all that New York has to offer, from Alaïa’s unforgettable homecoming to New York at the Guggenheim to Ib Kamara’s first Off-White show in Brooklyn to Phillip Lim’s twentieth anniversary show.
Among the sea of showgoers, certain trends emerged—and they’re now inspiring our shopping. Tailored pieces, like crisp shirting, oversized blazers, and sleek trousers, were everywhere. The popular capri pants trend continued to ripple through the fashion crowd, showing its staying power. There were also some who took advantage of cooler temperatures this fashion week, opting to lean into fall/winter dressing, sported leather jackets, trousers and statement coats with white tees.
Ahead, shop our edit of the best street-style looks to serve as inspiration for your own wardrobe this season and beyond.
The Pop of Color with a Sleek Trouser
While fall hasn’t officially begun yet, take advantage of the transitional season by pairing your classic trouser with a bright pop of color, like this kelly green shirt. Style it with a sleek shoulder bag and pair of shades and you’re good to go.
The Minimalist Dress with an Over-the-Shoulder Sweater and Sharp Accessories
Harper’s Bazaar’s Senior Fashion and Accessories editor, Jaclyn Cohen shows us the perfect pairing for fall, wearing a minimalist color-blocked dress by Maria McManus with an Everlane sweater elegantly wrapped around her shoulders. Accessorize the look with a sleek top-handle bag, like her Hermès Taurillon Clemence Picotin tote and strappy heels from J.Crew for a chic day-to-night look.
The Editor-Favorite Sweater with an A-Line Skirt
Among the surprising trends during fashion week is this soon-to-be viral (we’re calling it now) sweater from Cos. With its quiet-luxury appeal, the $375 sweater has amassed purchases from fashion editors in real time throughout NYFW (including Lauren Sherman, Rickie De Sole, and myself included). Here, Cara Santana sports the sweater with an a-line skirt and boots for a foolproof fall outfit formula.
The Crisp White Tee with Statement Trousers
Nordstrom’s VP of Fashion Rickie De Sole shows how to add a little drama to a plain white tee: by styling it with a statement pair of trousers, here in a pair by Undercover. A sweater over her shoulders (yes, it’s a trend!) adds a bit of visual interest without looking too busy.
The Fringe Jacket and Capri Pants
While this trend may be divisive, the truth is, capri pants are not going anywhere. Over the last few seasons, the style has made a resurgence, even receiving The Row’s stamp of approval in its fall 2024 collection. Try styling them with boho flair with a fringe jacket and hobo bag to match.
The Leather on Leather Look
Moda Operandi’s Lauren Santo Domingo shows how to get ready for fall with a sleek work-friendly ensemble, keeping the color palette otherwise neutral beside the addition of a printed paisley scarf.
The Statement Winter Coat with a Crisp White Collared Shirt
It’s never too late to get a head start on your winter wardrobe. Here, Beverly Nguyen shows that all you need is a statement coat to round out your look. Style it with a crisp white shirt and kitten heel boots.
The Oversized Blazer and Tailored Pant
When in doubt, keep things simple. An oversized blazer and tailored pants create a look you can wear to the office any day of the week. Style it with a pair of black loafers and a work tote.
Julie Tong is the Senior Commerce Content Lead at Harper’s BAZAAR overseeing digital shopping content across fashion, beauty, and lifestyle. She has over 10 years of fashion industry experience and is a graduate of the University of Southern California’s Annenberg School for Communication & Journalism (B.A.). Prior to joining the Harper’s BAZAAR team, Julie spent five years at Vogue to launch their inaugural digital shopping vertical. She has honed her fashion expertise and skills at a variety of fashion institutions over the years from Interview magazine to Yahoo Style, Karla Otto, Who What Wear, and more.