Autumn 2025 is set to be a season of sophisticated layering, marrying intellectual style with unparalleled comfort. This year, we’re moving beyond basic layers, embracing dramatic necklines, luxurious knits, and the enduring charm of tailored classics. From the libraries of academia to the cozy comfort of home, discover the seven most important trends—and the essential pieces from our collection—that will define your cold-weather wardrobe.
1. Preppy Academia: The Knit Vest Revival
The Dark Academia aesthetic returns as a dominant force, championing intellectual elegance, layered textures, and heritage patterns. This trend is driven by scholastic staples like plaid, tweed, and the ultimate layering hero: the knit vest.
• Runway Inspiration: Collegiate style, oversized blazers, pleated skirts, and layering knitted vests over crisp white shirts, often paired with moody, earthy tones.
• How to Wear It: Master the academic look with our plaid knitted vest. Available in black, orange, red, and green, this vest is perfect for layering. For a classic look, wear it over a fitted white button-down shirt and tailored trousers. For a modern, layered look, style it over a lightweight long-sleeve knit top and pair it with a midi skirt.
2. Cozy Luxe Athleisure
Athleisure continues its reign, but for Autumn 2025, it pivots to prioritize plush textures and sophisticated neutrals. This trend is all about looking effortlessly put-together while remaining utterly comfortable—perfect for travel and stylish weekends.
• Runway Inspiration: Oversized, plush outerwear, coordinated loungewear sets, and elevated, relaxed silhouettes in buttery soft materials like fleece and cashmere blends.
• How to Wear It: Inject luxury into your casual rotation with our plush drawstring hoodie. This hoodie is best worn as an elevated layering piece. Pair the rice apricot or grey tone with black leather-look leggings (or sleek skinny jeans) and chunky sneakers. You can also throw it over a simple midi skirt with combat boots for a cool, high-low contrast.
3. Dark Romance: Layered Lace
Lace sheds its purely summery association to become one of the most expressive fabrics of the season. This is lace for layering—sophisticated, intricate, and often paired with heavier textures for a rich, romantic, and slightly moody aesthetic.
• Runway Inspiration: Lace blouses layered under structured jackets, lace tights peeking from beneath midi skirts, and high-neck lace worn as a textural contrast.
• How to Wear It: Introduce delicate texture with our Chelsea collar lace blouse. The elegant collar is made to be showcased. Layer it beneath a V-neck knit vest or a simple black cardigan. Pair with tailored wool trousers and loafers for a sophisticated look that smartly mixes soft femininity with structure.
4. Minimalist Tailoring: The Essential Midi
The midi dress is the core silhouette for Autumn 2025. This trend relies on clean lines, flattering A-line or pencil shapes, and sophisticated details like pleats and belts, serving as the ultimate “throw-on-and-go” statement.
• Runway Inspiration: Fluid midi dresses in deep, solid colors (khaki, black, rich green), often featuring strategic pleating or defined waistlines.
• How to Wear It: Achieve polished versatility with our shawl collar pleated midi dress. The pleated skirt adds beautiful movement, and the included belt ensures a flattering silhouette. Wear the green or khaki version with knee-high boots (the height ensures warmth and a long, seamless line under the hem) and a tailored wool coat for instant autumnal elegance, perfect for the office or dinner.
5. Statement Necklines: From the Collarbone Up
High necklines are a key focus for Autumn 2025, with ruffles, bows, and intricate detailing drawing the eye upward. This trend offers a refined way to add volume and flair, perfect for layering under simple jackets.
• Runway Inspiration: Turtlenecks, high ruffled collars, and funnel necks, often peeking out from beneath structured outerwear, adding a touch of vintage flair.
• How to Wear It: Elevate any outfit with our ruffle stand collar blouse. The dramatic collar and wide lantern sleeves require full freedom to move. Wear the sky blue blouse as the hero piece, styling it under a sleeveless blazer, a leather vest, or a structured sleeveless coat (like a trench vest). This allows the beautiful sleeves and collar to be showcased without any bunching. Keep bottoms simple with dark wash jeans or a tailored pencil skirt.
6. Exaggerated Proportion: The Pilgrim Collar
Inspired by historical costumes and the rising “Goth Glamour” aesthetic, oversized, dramatic collars—known as Pilgrim collars—are making a confident return. This trend adds a playful yet chic volume.
• Runway Inspiration: Oversized collars on blazers, dresses, and blouses, often contrasted against dark or heavy fabrics to maximize the visual impact.
• How to Wear It: Embrace the drama with our Pilgrim collar loose blouse. To let the collar command attention, wear the white blouse over slim black trousers or dark denim. The loose, oversized fit of the blouse pairs best with slim bottoms to balance the exaggerated proportion. Finish the look with ankle boots.
7. The Perfect Match: Knit Co-ords
Coordinated knit sets are the non-negotiable uniform of the season. Valued for their seamless look and instant polish, the skirt and cardigan pairing is the easiest way to look stylish, comfortable, and put-together for any occasion.
• Runway Inspiration: Monochromatic sets featuring cozy cardigans paired with midi-length skirts, often styled with boots or sophisticated flats.
• How to Wear It: Look instantly chic with our V-neck cardigan and midi pencil skirt set. This is a true grab-and-go outfit. Wear the apricot or green set with high-heeled boots. Use a slim leather belt to define the waist over the cardigan—this styling trick adds a polished, put-together finish that elevates the knitwear.
Conclusion: Ready to Define Your Autumn Style
Autumn 2025 is your moment to layer with intention. By incorporating the intellectual charm of the knit vest, the polished comfort of cozy athleisure, and the dramatic flair of a pilgrim collar, you can build a wardrobe that is both current and timeless. Explore our collection today to embrace the most exciting trends of the season!
