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Charli XCX Makes the Case for the Tie as a Top and Other Top Celebrity Looks of the Season

As the seasonal transition keeps fashion enthusiasts guessing and wardrobes pivoting between lingering summer heat and crisp autumn air, celebrity style continues to offer a reliable compass. With temperatures fluctuating wildly from day to day, navigating the transitional weeks requires a careful balance of heavy autumn staples and lightweight pieces. While autumn is officially underway—bringing falling leaves and the inevitable march toward the holiday season—the sartorial choices of high-profile figures provide an ongoing source of inspiration for how to dress during unpredictable weather.

Over recent weeks, prominent celebrities have stepped out in major fashion capitals and high-profile events, showcasing everything from rich suede textures to bold statement accessories and unconventional layering. From Celine Dion’s sophisticated Parisian appearances in Ferragamo to Charli XCX pushing sartorial boundaries with creative styling choices, the global style scene has delivered a diverse array of memorable looks.

Week of October 12th

In Paris, legendary singer Celine Dion continued her triumphant style run by stepping out in Look 50 from Ferragamo’s Spring/Summer 2027 collection. Dion embodied autumnal luxury in a rich camel suede ensemble featuring a coordinated jacket, cape, and skirt, reinforcing the growing consensus that suede is the definitive texture of the season.

Meanwhile, Charli XCX captured attention across multiple high-profile engagements. For MISTR’s National PrEP Day, the pop star opted for an edgy combination of black lace-up micro shorts and a sheer black blouse boasting dramatic, voluminous sleeves. Shortly after, at the InStyle Imagemaker Awards, Charli XCX made a particularly striking statement by wearing a leather blazer dress paired with leather microshorts and, most notably, a sleek silk tie worn as a standout accent, sparking conversations around unconventional tailoring and menswear-inspired accessories.

Jenna Ortega also delivered a memorable red carpet moment at the premiere of Kiara And The Sun. Channeling a radiant aesthetic, Ortega wore a luminous golden slip gown accented by delicate black lace detailing, completing the ensemble with a matching gold headpiece that elevated the look into statement-making territory.

Television personality and entrepreneur Kim Kardashian demonstrated the enduring power of classic silhouettes during an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, stepping out in a sophisticated black gown defined by a sculptural, architectural peplum detail. Adding to the week’s high-fashion moments, digital creator Nara Smith was spotted wearing the Elsa vegetable-embroidered black velvet jacket from Schiaparelli’s Spring/Summer 2027 collection, further cementing the appeal of artisanal embroidery and luxurious velvet textures.

Week of October 5th

Earlier in the month, Celine Dion reaffirmed the arrival of fur coat season by stepping out in a rich brown belted jacket featuring a high, cozy neckline designed to ward off the chill. In London, singer Ellie Goulding showcased transitional staples by pairing a midi-length leather skirt with a light pink pinstriped button-up shirt, offering a masterclass in mixing textures and weights.

Nightlife and red carpet style also saw bold interpretations of classic silhouettes. Tate McRae arrived at Chez Margaux in New York City wearing a silver mini slip dress styled with strappy heeled sandals and a Saint Laurent clutch. In Los Angeles, Daisy Edgar-Jones drew on fashion history for the premiere of Sense and Sensibility, wearing a vintage Chloé by Stella McCartney Spring/Summer 1999 corset and maxi skirt set.

Meanwhile, Jennifer Lawrence opted for a low-profile, cozy aesthetic during an outing in New York City, bundling up in a long black coat, scarf, baseball cap, and dark sunglasses. In Paris, Soo Joo Park kept her palette neutral and refined for the AJE show, wearing a cream high-neck top paired with white trousers. Zendaya rounded out the week in Paris for the Louis Vuitton show by cleverly recycling a white ruffled jacket she previously wore to the city’s premiere of The Odyssey, this time dressing it down with casual jeans and a simple white tank top.

Week of September 28th

Paris Fashion Week brought out an extraordinary concentration of star power and runway-adjacent style. Nara Smith attended a star-studded Clarins dinner in a sleek black velvet gown featuring a dramatic side slit. Kendall Jenner and Jacob Elordi turned heads on a Parisian date night, easily securing their status as one of fashion’s most visually coordinated couples.

At a Tiffany & Co. event, Greta Lee showcased a sharp, modern shirt-and-skirt pairing designed by Simone Bellotti for Jil Sander. Celine Dion continued her extensive Parisian wardrobe tour in an olive green croc-embossed leather jacket and skirt set, also drawn from Ferragamo’s Spring/Summer 2027 collection. Tate McRae embraced nighttime edge in Paris by pairing black leather pants with a sheer black lace tank top, while Rosalía offered a preview of Jonathan Anderson’s Spring/Summer 2027 collection via a hotel mirror selfie in look four.

Maximalism had its moment when Cynthia Erivo arrived 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 balanced casual and luxury elements during a Parisian stroll, combining baggy camouflage pants with a relaxed white long-sleeve T-shirt, brown satin ballet flats, and Chanel’s signature 22 Hobo Bag. Florence Pugh closed out key appearances for the week at 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 skirt, and a voluminous, puffy-shouldered shrug.

The Best Celebrity Looks Of The Week

Week of September 21st

As the global fashion month gathered momentum, Karlie Kloss was spotted navigating New York City in FFORME’s cream-colored Juane Dress, notable for its asymmetric silhouette and frayed hem details. In Tuscany, Dove Cameron and Damiano David celebrated their wedding, with Cameron wearing a custom Giorgio Armani wedding suit that redefined traditional bridal wear.

In Milan, Camila Morrone embraced evening glamour, leaving her hotel in a lingerie-inspired little black dress trimmed with delicate lace, layered over sheer black tights, and finished with black pumps and a luxurious fur coat. Daisy Edgar-Jones continued her press commitments by pulling a silky gown with embellished shoulder details from Armani Privé’s Spring 2005 collection for the Berlin premiere of Sense and Sensibility, later stepping out at BBC Studios in a Chloé lace-trimmed bodysuit and matching draped skirt.

Cardi B made a characteristically bold entrance at the Gucci show in Milan, wearing an oversized white fur coat over monogrammed Gucci tights. Florence Pugh was similarly spotted leaving BBC Studios in high-waisted pinstriped Vivienne Westwood trousers paired with a contrasting striped button-down shirt. Celine Dion commanded attention in an asymmetric draped Balenciaga dress, while Rihanna attended a Parisian dinner in Dior’s tailored black wool and silk bar jacket complete with ruched satin trim. Sienna Miller highlighted the versatility of structured outerwear by wearing Balmain’s leather fitted peplum jacket, tailored black pants, and strappy sandal heels.

Week of September 14th

Mid-September brought major television and film events, prompting high-profile red carpet moments. Selena Gomez challenged traditional rules by stepping out in New York City in a monochromatic white look, before later attending the Emmy Awards in a custom gold chainmail dress by Louis Vuitton.

Kaia Gerber attended a keynote event in Beverly Hills wearing a strapless top featuring an embellished tiger print panel paired with a black-and-white midi skirt from Proenza Schouler’s Spring/Summer 2026 collection, which had debuted on the runway just six days prior. Bella Hadid offered a masterclass in diverse styling across multiple New York City appearances, ranging from a vibrant orange baby-doll dress with a red gingham headscarf to a champagne satin and sheer midi dress paired with Prada’s Tessuto Bowling Bag, and a vintage chainmail dress from Ralph Lauren’s Spring 2008 collection for a Chopard event.

Lili Reinhart promoted The Love Hypothesis in New York City through a series of vintage choices, including a pink-and-green Dolce & Gabbana dress with lace-up corset sides and an embellished Elie Saab Haute Couture gown from Spring 2004. Anna Van Patten celebrated at a Magda Butrym after-party in the brand’s V-neck corset mini dress styled with black tights and a headband, while Daisy Edgar-Jones favored a crisp white military jacket, blue jeans, and white pumps for her London press appearances.

Week of September 7th

New York Fashion Week brought out quintessential street style and gala dressing. Kaia Gerber attended a RE/DONE party in a casual baby tee, straight-leg jeans, red heels, and a zebra-print bag. Dakota Johnson delivered high drama at the Kering Foundation dinner in a black Maison Valentino gown featuring a deep plunging neckline, flowing sleeves, and a sweeping train.

Gigi Hadid celebrated her walk in the Tommy Hilfiger Spring/Summer 2027 show by stepping out in boot-cut jeans and a graphic T-shirt bearing the message "Better Together." Emily Ratajkowski embraced archival fashion at a Kiko Milano opening, wearing a vintage pink satin John Galliano dress with floral details and a matching fringed scarf.

At a Bvlgari event in New York City, Dua Lipa wore a gold-embellished corset top with black trousers, Anne Hathaway wore a flowy lilac chiffon Alexander McQueen gown, and Lisa chose a black lace corseted dress featuring flared sleeves and a dramatic thigh slit.

Week of August 31st and Earlier

Concluding the late-summer and early-fall preview, celebrities leaned heavily into transitional pieces, archival revivals, and cinematic premieres. Joey King promoted Practical Magic 2 in various standout looks, ranging from a custom blue and burgundy satin Rodarte dress to an intricately detailed witchy gown by Ilya Migmoon and a sheer yellow garden-fairy dress by Miu Miu. Zoë Kravitz showcased her signature minimalist aesthetic through effortless pairings of black slip skirts, camisoles, and simple flats.

Kendall Jenner turned heads at the Venice Film Festival by reaching into Giorgio Armani’s archives for a Fall/Winter 1995 sleeveless dress with gold floral detailing, alongside an all-white travel look accessorized with an unreleased quilted Chanel weekend bag. Nicole Kidman also supported the Practical Magic 2 premieres by wearing Pieter Mulier’s inaugural design for Versace—a sheer black lace dress with an asymmetrical silhouette—as well as a sequined, corseted Chanel gown featuring pearl chain detailing.

As the season progresses toward cooler weather and heavier layering, these celebrity appearances continue to establish the overarching trends defining contemporary fashion, proving that personal style thrives at the intersection of unexpected combinations, archival nods, and seasonal transitions.

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