Fall is fashion's biggest moment. This is the time of year when the looks that will dominate the coming months start to shine, so we asked three local stylists for their can't-miss trends of the season, at both a splurge price and a less indulgent price tag. Here are their picks for the hottest combos of fall 2025.
Alexandra Rahmani, personal stylist @alexandra.rahmani
Brown Suede Car Coat + School Loafers
"Anything brown and suede is moving full force ahead into fall," Alex says. "A car coat is the perfect addition to any cool weather look. I love the retro cut of these two coats and would style either of them over a slouchy top, dark denim and a loafer. And variations of loafers and brogues dominated the fall runways—especially with unique details such as animal print or hand stitching." In addition to the car coat and denim combo, Alex recommends wearing them with "a lettuce-edged sock and skirt for an ultra-feminine take on this timeless style. I will be wearing mine with barrel leg bottoms, an oversized knit sweater and layered necklaces!"
SPLURGE:
TWP Easy Car Coat, $2795, at Mitchell's (670 Post Road E.)
Saint Laurent Le Loafer Suede Penny Loafers, $1,100, at mytheresa.com
SAVE:
Sezané Will Jacket, $305, at sezane.com
Lauren Ralph Lauren Wynnie Zebra Print Trim Embossed Loafer, $195, at ralphlauren.com
Hannah Spencer, personal stylist @nineteenpieces
Bomber Jacket + Slouchy Bag
"Chocolate is the color of the fall, and it’s not going anywhere," says Hannah. "Pairing an unstructured, slouchy bag with the urban details of a simple bomber is sure to spice up your wardrobe for Fall ‘25. Two trending styles that sit well together unlocks a powerful look!"
SPLURGE:
The Row Bindle Leather Shoulder Bag in Chocolate, $1270, at net-a-porter.com
Chloe Cropped Shell Bomber Jacket in Brown, $2,026, at cettire.com
SAVE:
8 Other Reasons Hobo Bag in Chocolate, $162, at amazon.com
The Frankie Shop Mati Cropped Padded Bomber Jacket in Olive, $298, at thefrankieshop.com
Jeni Elizabeth Paolella, creative director and personal wardrobe stylist @jenielizabeth
Slip Dress + Statement Belt
"There is nothing I love more than a mix of the unexpected when it comes to fashion, both for myself and my clients!" says Jeni. "Pairing a fun statement belt with a sexy slip dress and topping it off with a casual jacket (think denim) and cute white tennis sneakers is everything that is right about fall trends! A black slip dress is such a timeless piece, and something everyone should own. I love pairing dressy with casual, and just recently did it with Lindsay [Czarniak, see page TK] for the SNL red carpet as well as with Rebecca Gayheart Dane on the set of her new feature film. It's such a cute look!"
SPLURGE:
Alaia Double Bustier Belt in Calfskin, $1,690, at maison-alaia.com
Ralph Lauren Satin Midi Slip Dress, $398, at ralphlauren.com
SAVE:
Motif 56 Wide Contour belt, $169 at WEST (117 Post Road E.)
Saint Art Black Haley Slip Dress, $215, at WEST (117 Post Road E.)