The February 2024 Fashion Week in New York has officially ended and my mood board is once again packed with styling inspiration for the new season. Beyond the catwalk shows where the country’s top fashion houses presented wardrobe-changing designs for Fall/Winter 2024, the city’s chicest presented a mesmerizing show of their own with looks that we don’t have to wait six months for, but that we can really start to enjoy now wear. Equipped with the latest trends and some undeniably classic pieces, New York Fashion Week’s street style set exceeded the high expectations we still hold them for.
Below I’ve written down seven of my favorite trends I saw on the streets of New York this fashion week. Read on to discover the edgiest street style ideas straight from New York, which I also plan to recreate here in London.
7 CHIC STREET STYLE TRENDS TO TRY RIGHT FROM NEW YORK FASHION WEEK
1. OUTERWEAR WITH BELT
Not wanting to be overwhelmed by oversized coats or long blazers this season, the fashion set turned to a clever accessory trick that created cinched waists and statement silhouettes. By wearing their belts over their coats and jackets, showgoers added a thoughtful layer to their front row looks while streamlining their appearance.
SHOP THE TREND
COS
Custom made double sided wool coat
This elegant coat will take any casual seasonal outfit to the next level.
COS
Knotted leather waist belt
The slickest way to take an outfit to the next level.
Good American
Good American Ponte maxi jacket
This light gray shade goes so well with soft peaches or light creams.
No wardrobe should be without a classic black belt.
2. HIGH STOCKS
Instead of layering on necklaces or rings, the most stylish New Yorkers opted for statement accessories for their hosiery collections in February. Opting for lace-embellished, printed and opaque designs, this functional trend was a favorite with showgoers.
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SHOP THE TREND
Calzedonia
Micronet tights
Fishnet tights are back for this transition from winter to spring.
Wolford
Josey 20 denier tights with leopard print
I’m totally on board with the leopard print trend this season.
Sheertex
Semi-opaque, rip-resistant, lattice-work tights
Decorated tights are the easiest way to breathe new life into your skirt collection.
3. BAG WITH TOP HANDLE
This season, fashion lovers in New York have moved away from oversized statement bags and opted for elegant and compact bags with a top handle. With a naturally beautiful silhouette, the modest piece adds a stylish touch that will compliment almost any look.
SHOP THE TREND
DeMellier
The Midi-Montréal
This compact black bag is the favorite of every fashion lover.
Elleme
Baozi crossbody bag made of grained leather
With an attachable shoulder strap, this handbag is ideal for styling all day long.
Totem
Leather shoulder bag with T-Lock
I’m banking this before it sells out again.
4. HOURGLASS BLOWERS
While boxy blazers dominated the streets for many seasons, fashion week street stylers experimented en masse with a silhouette for the new season. Paired with wide-leg trousers and tailored skirts, the hourglass blazer silhouette is as easy to style as the boxy ones we’ve been wearing for years.
SHOP THE TREND
Align
Mariah hourglass blazer with curved sleeves
Style with baggy jeans or wear with stirrup leggings.
Cult Gaia
Aydi embellished woven blazer
The oversized buttons compliment the dramatic feel of the sculptural blazer.
See me
Black fitted draped mixed blazer
This is also available in light beige.
5. MATCHING SKIRT SET
For any fashion editor, making it through Fashion Week means making smart, tactical decisions. Whether it’s keeping a minute-by-minute schedule or opting for a ready-made matching set, every decision is important. That’s why the fashion crowd continues to choose elegant skirt sets to halve their decision-making during Fashion Week.
SHOP THE TREND
Mango
Short jacket with pockets
Style with the matching skirt or wear with straight jeans.
Gray pleated miniskirts are having a big moment this season.
Altuzarra
Welles knitted cardigan embellished with sequins
Evening wear has never looked so comfortable.
Altuzarra
Carlson stretch knit sequin midi skirt
Style with tights and kitten heels or wear with bare legs and ballerinas.
6. ANIMAL PRINT
This Fashion Week, the concrete jungle started to look a lot like a real one, as showgoers decked out in animal prints took to the streets en masse. Styling leopard, cow and zebra all weekend long, the style set embraced the new season’s animal print trend with open arms.
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SHOP THE TREND
RIXO
Bohemia leopard coat
This leopard coat is at the top of my spring wish list.
Regina Pyo
Pillar Boots Calf Hair Print Brown
Style with jeans or a black mini.
Acne Studios
Deformation small calf hair crossbody bag
7. WHITE JEANS
For a softer, lighter take on denim styling, bright white jeans were favored this week. This fresh spring trend, paired with black jackets and sleek accessories, is an easy way to add some dimension to a casual look.
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(Image credit: Getty Images)
(Image credit: Getty Images)
SHOP THE TREND
Reform
Wilder jeans with high waist and wide legs
These high-waisted jeans are also available in three other shades.
Weekday
Arrow low straight jeans
Do it like the New Yorkers and wear with a black jacket and black boots.
Baggy jeans are comfortable enough that you want to wear them all day long.
