(Mariah Carey voice) It's time! New York Fashion Week is almost upon us. It's hard to believe, especially since many of us are still feeling the lull of January's calm, but fashion month kicks off in only a matter of days with the shows beginning this Monday in Copenhagen and continuing on through early March. As for this editor who calls New York City home, I'm gearing up for the shows by doing what I do best: outfit planning. I've been gathering inspiration from across the internet, from the spring runways to my screenshot folder, and of course, I have been shopping accordingly.
As anyone who attends fashion week knows all too well, crafting the perfect outfit is a balance between tapping into key trends of the season and experimenting with new styling ideas while maintaining the comfort of your own personal style. It can be a tall order, which is why I always plan ahead and map out my outfits for the week. While my exact combinations are still coming together, I'm eyeing (and, in some cases, already buying) the below items to wear to and from the fall/winter 2025 shows in just a few weeks' time. Below, see every standout fashion item I'm adding to my lineup, from opera gloves to scarf coats.
A great coat isn't just one piece of the outfit puzzle—it is the outfit.
Layering with this hooded sweater would be so fun.
The bag shape of the moment.
Anything and everything in pony hair, please and thank you.
This looks easily triple its price.
I just discovered this brand from stylist Hannah Lewis and immediately added so many things to my cart, starting with this zebra-print pencil skirt.
I'm so into retro pilot sunglasses right now.
This Phoebe Philo–esque leather jacket may very well be my next purchase.
Clearly inspired by the legging styling from the spring 2025 runways here.
Gloves are a nonnegotiable for any winter fashion week, but long opera gloves feel like anything but an afterthought.
Stay warm. Look cool.
I always do a substantial Zara order pre–fashion week, and this fun styling piece is definitely going in that.
Funnel jackets only.
The heels I've had my eye on for a minute now.
This shade of pink!
It's a great time to stock up on the classics.
So chic.
These are a little controversial, but I'm into it.
I love the idea of this popping against an all-black outfit.
I'd cinch this on top of a tailored coat for some added spice.
The color alone is what sold me.
Every insider will be wearing pillbox hats this fashion month, guaranteed.
Hello, beautiful.
Beyond pretty.
I love the retro feel here.
These Helsa drops just keep getting better and better.
This whole outfit gives me that Isabel Marant vibe everyone's after.
The only designer bag I care about at the moment, in case anyone was wondering.
My co-worker Eliza Huber tromps all around NYC in these, so I know they're quality. Now that the burgundy pair is sub-$100, I'm buying it immediately.
Black blazers are a must. This shape feels very 2025, though.
To layer underneath the above blazer à la Rosie Huntington-Whiteley.
Stunning. Immaculate. 10/10. No notes.
I basically live in interesting knits like this in January and February.
Get in my closet.
I know this would get so much wear long after fashion week is over.
I'm stocking up on all the cool tights like my life depends on it. (My body temperature does.)
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