As the seasonal shift keeps weather forecasts unpredictable, wardrobe transitions have become an exercise in daily adaptation. Navigating the delicate balance between late-summer warmth and crisp autumn air means wardrobes are currently drawing heavily from both seasonal hemispheres. With temperatures fluctuating wildly from one afternoon to the next, fashion enthusiasts and A-listers alike are finding ingenious ways to bridge the gap. While autumn is officially here—bringing with it falling leaves and the inevitable march toward the holiday season—celebrities continue to provide a masterclass in transitional dressing, offering fresh inspiration for the wardrobe reset that comes when the chill finally settles in for good.
From Paris Fashion Week sightings to high-profile red carpet appearances, the past several weeks have delivered an array of standout sartorial moments. Pop star Charli XCX generated considerable buzz by reimagining traditional menswear accessories, while style heavyweights like Celine Dion, Zendaya, and Bella Hadid offered definitive takes on autumn textures, archival revivals, and modern minimalism.
Week of October 12th
The middle of October brought a flurry of high-end events, prompting celebrities to debut looks that heavily favored rich textures, statement headwear, and unexpected tailoring.
Out and about in Paris, music icon Celine Dion continued her triumphant sartorial streak by stepping out in Look 50 from Ferragamo’s Spring/Summer 2027 collection. Dion showcased a head-to-toe camel suede ensemble comprising a structured jacket, a sophisticated cape, and a matching skirt, firmly cementing suede as the definitive texture of the fall season.
Charli XCX made multiple headlines throughout the week. For MISTR’s National PrEP Day, she opted for edgy black lace-up micro shorts paired with a sheer black blouse featuring dramatic, voluminous sleeves. Shortly after, at the InStyle Imagemaker Awards, she delivered one of the most talked-about style moments of the week by wearing a Balmain leather blazer dress paired with leather microshorts and, most notably, making a compelling case for a silk necktie worn as a top.
Meanwhile, Jenna Ortega drew attention at the premiere of Kiara And The Sun, arriving in a luminous golden slip gown accented by delicate black lace detailing and a matching gold headpiece that highlighted the season’s affinity for statement-making accessories.
On late-night television, Kim Kardashian reminded audiences of the enduring architectural power of the peplum, stepping out for an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! in a sleek black gown defined by a sculptural peplum waist. Rounding out the mid-October highlights, Nara Smith was spotted embracing Schiaparelli’s Spring/Summer 2027 collection, wearing the intricate Elsa vegetable-embroidered black velvet jacket.
Week of October 5th
Earlier in the month, transitional outerwear and archival revivals took center stage as global style icons navigated the shifting climate across major fashion capitals.
Celine Dion re-entered the spotlight to affirm that the arrival of lower temperatures signals the official return of the fur coat season. She was photographed in a rich brown belted jacket featuring a high, cozy neckline designed to ward off the autumn chill. In London, Ellie Goulding underscored the leather skirt’s status as a perennial autumn staple, styling a midi-length leather skirt with a light pink pinstriped button-down shirt.
Nightlife style also saw a minimalist resurgence. Tate McRae arrived at Chez Margaux in New York City wearing a slinky silver mini slip dress, accessorized minimally with strappy heeled sandals and a Saint Laurent clutch. In Los Angeles, Daisy Edgar-Jones leaned into vintage romance for the Sense and Sensibility premiere, turning heads in a vintage Chloé by Stella McCartney Spring/Summer 1999 corset and maxi skirt set.
Keeping a low profile in New York City, Jennifer Lawrence offered a masterclass in cozy off-duty dressing, bundling up in a long black coat, a scarf, a baseball cap, and sunglasses. In Paris, Soo Joo Park kept her palette refreshingly neutral for the AJE show, opting for a cream high-neck top and white trousers. Zendaya also made waves in the French capital for the Louis Vuitton presentation, cleverly reworking a white ruffled jacket she had previously worn to the Paris premiere of The Odyssey, pairing it this time with casual denim jeans and a simple white tank top.
Week of September 28th
As the international fashion month calendar reached its peak in Paris, celebrities flooded front rows and private dinners with meticulously curated looks that balanced high glamour with effortless street style.
Nara Smith made a striking appearance at Clarins’ star-studded Paris Fashion Week dinner, wearing a sleek black velvet gown featuring a dramatic high side slit. On a high-profile date night in the French capital, Kendall Jenner and Jacob Elordi turned heads, effortlessly reinforcing their status as one of fashion’s most closely watched couples.
At a Tiffany & Co. event, Greta Lee showcased a sharp, contemporary shirt-and-skirt pairing designed by Simone Bellotti for Jil Sander. Celine Dion continued her Ferragamo parade, stepping out in an olive green croc-embossed leather jacket and skirt set from the fashion house’s Spring/Summer 2027 collection.
Tate McRae continued her fashion week run with a night out in Paris, pairing edgy black leather pants with a sheer black lace tank top. Rosalía shared a glimpse of her Parisian hotel style via mirror selfie, sporting look four from Jonathan Anderson’s Spring/Summer 2027 collection.
Cynthia Erivo embraced unbridled maximalism at the Chloé Spring/Summer 2027 show, wearing a vibrant blue jacket with exaggerated puffy shoulders, layered knitwear, stacked statement necklaces, and a long tiered black maxi skirt. Iris Law demonstrated casual Parisian chic during a stroll, pairing relaxed camouflage pants with a white long-sleeve T-shirt, brown satin ballet flats, and Chanel’s signature 22 Hobo Bag. Florence Pugh brought theatrical flair to the New York City premiere of East of Eden, wearing a custom Vivienne Westwood creation featuring an embellished chartreuse skirt, a gunmetal silk mermaid silhouette, and a voluminous puffy-shouldered shrug.
Week of September 21st
The third week of September brought a mix of milestone personal events and high-fashion presentations across New York, Milan, and Paris.
Karlie Kloss was spotted navigating New York City in FFORME’s cream-colored Juane Dress, an asymmetric silhouette characterized by delicate frayed hem detailing throughout. Meanwhile, across Europe, Dove Cameron and Damiano David celebrated their wedding in Tuscany, with Cameron wearing a custom Giorgio Armani wedding suit that offered a modern, tailored alternative to traditional bridal wear.
In Milan, Camila Morrone captured attention leaving her hotel in a lingerie-inspired little black dress accented with lace trim, sheer tights, classic black pumps, and a luxurious fur coat. Daisy Edgar-Jones continued her cinematic press tour, selecting a silky archival gown with embellished shoulder details from Armani Privé’s Spring 2005 collection for the Berlin premiere of Sense and Sensibility, before later appearing at BBC Studios in a Chloé lace-trimmed bodysuit and matching draped skirt from the Spring/Summer 2026 collection.
Cardi B made a bold statement at the Gucci show in Milan, wrapped in an oversized, dramatic white fur coat layered over monogrammed Gucci tights. Florence Pugh was similarly spotted leaving BBC Studios in London, opting for high-waisted pinstriped Vivienne Westwood trousers paired with a contrasting striped button-down shirt.
Celine Dion embraced architectural draping in an asymmetric black Balenciaga dress while departing her Paris hotel, while Rihanna stepped out for dinner in the French capital wearing Dior’s tailored black wool and silk bar jacket, complete with delicate ruched satin trim. Sienna Miller underscored the arrival of leather jacket season by stepping out in Balmain’s structured Leather Fitted Peplum Jacket, styled alongside tailored black pants and strappy sandal heels.
Week of September 14th
The mid-September calendar was anchored by major television awards and key industry events, prompting stars to experiment with metallics, vintage silhouettes, and monochromatic styling.
Selena Gomez challenged outdated seasonal style rules by stepping out in New York City in a striking monochromatic all-white ensemble, before later attending the 2027 Emmys as a nominee in a custom gold chainmail dress by Louis Vuitton. Kaia Gerber debuted a fresh runway look just days after its debut, wearing a strapless Proenza Schouler top with an embellished tiger print panel alongside a black-and-white midi skirt for an appearance in Beverly Hills.
Bella Hadid kept summer alive through a series of vibrant New York appearances, stepping out in a bright orange baby-doll dress paired with brown boots and a red gingham headscarf, a champagne satin and sheer midi dress accessorized with red slingback heels and a Prada Tessuto Bowling Bag, and a vintage chainmail dress from Ralph Lauren’s Spring 2008 collection for a Chopard event.
Lili Reinhart paid homage to literary romance while promoting The Love Hypothesis in New York, wearing a vintage pink-and-green Dolce & Gabbana dress featuring lace-up corset sides, followed by a heavily embellished pink-and-green gown from Elie Saab’s Spring 2004 Haute Couture collection for the city’s official premiere. Anna Van Patten celebrated at the Magda Butrym after-party in the brand’s V-neck corset mini dress, styled with black tights and a coordinating headband, while Daisy Edgar-Jones kept things crisp in London with a white military jacket, blue jeans, and white pumps.
Week of September 7th
As New York Fashion Week officially kicked off, the city’s streets and venues became a runway for top models and actors alike.
Kaia Gerber celebrated the RE/DONE fashion week party in a casual baby tee and straight-leg jeans, elevated with red heels and a zebra-print bag. Dakota Johnson attended the Kering Foundation Caring for Women dinner in a sweeping black Maison Valentino gown featuring a deep plunge, flowy sleeves, and an extended train.
Gigi Hadid proved her loyalty to Tommy Hilfiger both on and off the runway, stepping out after walking the brand’s Spring/Summer 2027 show in boot-cut jeans and a graphic T-shirt bearing the message "Better Together." Emily Ratajkowski embraced vintage charm for a Kiko Milano flagship opening, wearing a pink satin John Galliano dress adorned with floral details and a matching fringed scarf.
A high-profile Bvlgari event in New York brought out a constellation of stars, including Dua Lipa in a gold-embellished corset top and black trousers, Anne Hathaway continuing her masterclass in maternity dressing with a lilac chiffon Alexander McQueen gown, and Blackpink’s Lisa in a black lace corseted dress featuring flared sleeves and a thigh-high slit.
Week of August 31st
Late August delivered a blend of late-summer premieres and international film festival arrivals, highlighting a distinct shift toward gothic romance and archival luxury.
Joey King stepped out in a custom blue and burgundy satin Rodarte dress before pivoting to a witchy aesthetic for the Practical Magic 2 premiere, wearing an Ilya Migmoon creation featuring a black lace overlay, a green base, a bustier bodice, exaggerated hips, and a fluted skirt. Zoe Kravitz showcased her signature effortless cool in New York with a black midi slip skirt, black camisole, and black ballet flats.
Kendall Jenner made a splash at her Venice Film Festival debut by diving into the Giorgio Armani archives for a sleeveless gown with gold floral detailing from the Fall/Winter 1995 collection, after arriving in Venice in minimalist all-white separates paired with an unreleased quilted Chanel weekend bag from the Cruise 2027 collection.
Adria Arjona was spotted in New York wearing an asymmetrical black skirt paired with a cropped, form-fitting leather moto jacket. Meanwhile, Nicole Kidman made waves at the Practical Magic 2 premiere in Los Angeles, wearing a sheer black lace Versace dress with an asymmetrical silhouette and matching choker, marking Pieter Mulier’s debut design as the newly appointed creative director of Versace.
Week of August 24th
As August drew to a close, street style remained defined by clever layering, casual basics, and archival homages.
Zoe Kravitz was spotted on a New York coffee run wearing a Barney’s baby tee, black biker shorts, kitten-heeled slides, a leopard-print bag, oval sunglasses, and wired headphones, later demonstrating the power of a simple white cropped baby tee styled with kick-flare jeans and black suede block-heeled ballet flats.
Nicole Kidman continued her press run in London for Practical Magic 2, selecting a custom sequined, corseted Chanel dress featuring a thigh slit and pearl chains that created an off-the-shoulder effect. Joey King brought the naked dress trend to London in a black floral lace two-piece set from Miu Me’s Spring 2026 collection, later wearing a custom sheer yellow garden-fairy gown for the official premiere.
Celine Dion arrived in Paris ahead of her first concert in six years wearing a double-breasted trench coat featuring high-low ruffled side details. Rihanna debuted an innovative jean skirt hybrid consisting of standard denim secured to a floor-length side panel during a dinner outing in Paris, while Kaia Gerber opted for a form-fitting black midi dress reminiscent of 1990s Supermodel style for the US Open.
Week of August 18th
Mid-August street style featured elevated athleticwear, bold accessories, and early glimpses of autumn silhouettes.
Rihanna demonstrated how to dress up a traditional tracksuit by pairing an orange velour Chloé set with strappy snakeskin heeled sandals and oversized aviator sunglasses. A$AP Rocky continued to champion the man bag trend as a signal of personal style, stepping out in head-to-toe Chanel featuring blue jeans, a white button-down, a gray plaid jacket from the Fall 2026 collection, and a burgundy Maxi Flap bag.
Hailey Bieber revived interest in lingerie-as-outerwear, wearing a vintage bright yellow Dolce & Gabbana lace-trimmed camisole paired with black trousers, strappy heeled sandals, and a zig-zag headband. Charlotte Lawrence leaned into the sheer trend at a MAC event with a black crocheted skirt and top set, while Margaret Qualley wore Chanel’s much-debated viral naked sandals alongside a fringed dress from the brand’s Resort 2027 collection for the premiere of The Dog Stars. Dua Lipa embraced boho-inspired balloon pants complete with eyelet details and ruffles, pairing them with a lacy white tank top and an oversized Chanel raffia bag.
Week of August 11th
The peak of summer festival season and celebratory gatherings rounded out the earlier weeks with vibrant colors and gothic undertones.
Zara Larsson headlined the Way Out West music festival in Gothenburg, Sweden, wearing a striped pink-and-blue sequined crop top and micro denim shorts. Gabbriette embraced a gothic-leaning babydoll dress trend for a Hollywood MAC event, wearing a little black dress with lace trim and rosette details, finished with vintage feather-adorned John Galliano heels.
Anne Hathaway continued showcasing chic maternity style in Los Angeles with a custom ruffled LEIN Alexandra top and black trousers. Dua Lipa paired Helsa’s black lace tech poplin midi dress with brown Nike sneakers and a tied red bandana for a breezy summer look, while Kylie Jenner celebrated her 29th birthday with a whimsical, princess-kitty-themed party where she wore a bright latex dress accompanied by a pink feather boa and matching feathered heels.
