Here's How You Can Master the Menswear-Inspired Trend for Fall
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Oftentimes, the best role models for menswear-inspired style are, in fact, trailblazing women who expertly master the art of gender-bending dress without ever breaking a nail, like Banana Republic's new creative director Marissa Webb. Her stolen-from-the-boys aesthetic has become the unofficial blueprint for the brand's Fall 2014 collection. From oversized topcoats and men’s button-downs to silhouette-hugging skinnies and leather minis, see how bloggers Ann of Andy Heart and Arielle of Something Navy take a cue from Webb’s style by incorporating men’s pieces into their looks for fall.
Swipe down to see how you can turn what's "his" into "hers" this fall by simply mixing versatile men’s pieces into your wardrobe.
Banana Republic Creative Director Marissa Webb
Something Navy
Experiment with different lengths and textures to pull this essential fall look together.
Hats off to this polished grey-on-grey ensemble styled with a tailored men's top coat.
Andy Heart
Try this menswear-inspired outfit with just five easy pieces: a men’s long coat and white button-down, black coated skinnies, white sneakers, and tote bag.
The Look Book
Top off any look with his coat.
Pair your fall skinnys with a men's shirt and blazer. Remember to add the perfect heel to keep this look strong and feminine.
We love a slouchy trouser. Size up to achieve a modern silhouette.
The Pieces
If fashion history serves us well, we’d say the leather moto is the original borrowed-from-the-boyfriend piece. Shop It: Banana Republic Leather Jacket
This oversized men's topcoat will add structure to your look, and the grey hue offers a refreshing departure from your basic black coat.Shop It: Banana Republic Oversized Top Coat
Show off a little ankle with this ultra-chic suede D'Orsay heel.Shop It: Adelia D'Orsay Pump
A fitted button down is part of the universal uniform for ladies and gents alike. Tip: Try one less button. Shop It: Banana Republic Men's Slim-Fit Soft-Wash Shirt
Opt for off-duty in this high-rise skinny with D'Orsay pumps and a crisp, white button-down. Shop It: Banana Republic Sloan Skinny So, which pieces make YOU want to steal from the boys this fall? Tell us in the comments below!
Since starting as an intern back in 2013, Nicole Akhtarzad Eshaghpour has held several roles here at Who What Wear, and she is currently Editor-at-Large. Upon joining, she was a senior about to graduate from business school at USC. Fast-forward to 2025, and she's moved to NYC from her hometown of Beverly Hills and spends her workdays a little differently from when she was just starting out. Currently, she focuses on a weekly mélange of shopping content and her Trust Me—Buy This newsletter. As far as her personal style goes, she's largely drawn to neutral, classic pieces but will always make an exception for something colorful or bejeweled as long as it's deemed worthy enough. After all, the only thing she loves more than a party is dressing up for one. On her downtime, she can usually be found at home eating something delicious and trying to force her husband to watch Summer House.
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