Here on the West Coast, we're blessed with a lot of things (health cafés on every corner, proximity to the beach, an overall leisurely approach to work and life). But one thing we can't lay claim to? Real winter weather. The fact that 70-degree days are a reality in December is both a blessing and a curse—on the one hand, the weather is hardly a cause for complaint, but on the other, there are certain trends we just don't get to participate in.
But while thick knits and heavy jackets might be out of the question for us L.A. folks, don't go thinking we aren't putting our own spin on fall/winter style. As a fashion editor, I'm bearing witness to some truly amazing fashion trends that will take over Los Angeles in 2020. From the jean style I've been spotting on all my friends to the It print that's flooding every corner from Melrose Place to Abbot Kinney, I'm sharing seven big trends that will define the city's style in the coming year.
To see each of them in action, keep scrolling; then shop ways to get the look for yourself (proximity to Griffith Park not necessary).
Wide-Leg Jeans
High-rise wide-leg jeans are poised to be the biggest jean trend of the year, not just on the West Coast, but across the country, too. L.A. girls have been early adopters of the loose-yet-tailored fit, styling their favorite pairs with fitted tops and sleek shoes.
Fashion Trousers
And when they're not wearing jeans, L.A. girls will turn to fashion trousers, especially high-waisted and menswear-inspired styles.
Chunky Soles
While these chunky-soled stompers aren't as necessary weather-wise as other walking cities, Angelenos are wearing them to give all their outfits a cool edge.
Sweatsuits
You know we love a cozy coffee run here in Los Angeles, and we predict that the outfit of choice when going for our caffeine fix or heading to the farmer's market will be a basic-but-brilliant matching sweatsuit.
Chain Necklaces
L.A. girls have a huge thing for gold jewelry, and this year they're doubling down on their jewelry game by wearing chain necklaces one (or two) at a time.
Loafers
Forget sneakers—loafers are about to be the flat shoes that L.A. girls reach for when they need something easy and comfortable.
Leather Blazers
L.A. weather rarely requires anything heavier than a light layer, which makes something like a leather blazer or leather trench coat the ideal topper.
Next up, the crowd-pleasing trends fashion people will continue to wear in 2020.
-
The Sneaker Color Trend Everyone With Rich Taste Is Wearing in L.A.It's giving wealth.
-
An L.A. Editor Walks Into Zara—29 Items She Couldn't Leave WithoutThese pieces are just too good.
-
Everyone I Know in L.A. Will Wear These 3 Denim Trends in 2025I'm sure of it.
-
The 5 Exact Flat Shoes I've Been Seeing Around L.A. Nonstop This WinterHave you noticed these too?
-
The 5 Color Trends L.A. Locals With Expensive Taste Are WearingWhich hue is for you?
-
Bella Hadid Wore the Pant Trend L.A.'s Chicest Women Wear Instead of Skinny JeansMy other style muse just did too.
-
Forget Bomber Jackets—Stylish Women in L.A. and Paris Much Prefer This Elegant Jacket TrendJennifer Lawrence included.
-
An L.A. Fashion Editor Walks Into Nordstrom—She's Walking Out With These Fall FindsAnd by "she," I mean me.
