Navigating transitional weather has proven to be a challenge for style enthusiasts around the globe, particularly in fashion capitals like New York City, where a crisp autumn morning can rapidly give way to a sun-drenched, 73-degree afternoon. This erratic climate—where heavy coats are swapped for baby tees and slip skirts within hours—has sparked a widespread sense of weather-induced whiplash, making it difficult to firmly establish a seasonal wardrobe. In times of sartorial confusion, fashion devotees consistently look to Hollywood’s leading style icons for direction, seeking inspiration that skillfully balances foundational basics with maximalist, statement-making pieces.
Recent weeks have offered a masterclass in how to bridge the gap between summer remnants and winter layers. A-listers have reaffirmed that leather skirts are an indispensable cold-weather staple offering endless styling possibilities, that crisp whites can and should be worn far beyond Labor Day, and that a utilitarian combination of a baseball cap, a sweeping long coat, and a cozy scarf creates the ultimate high-low comfort. Above all, high-profile figures have demonstrated a refreshing commitment to sustainability, proving that outfit repeating and rewearing treasured wardrobe pieces is a practice fit for the red carpet and the street alike.
Week of October 5th
The autumn chill truly set in during the first week of October, prompting major style statements from the world’s most recognizable faces. Celine Dion firmly ushered in fur coat season, stepping out in a rich brown belted jacket featuring an elevated, cozy neckline that offered both drama and warmth. Meanwhile, in London, singer Ellie Goulding highlighted the versatility of the leather skirt by styling a midi-length iteration with a light pink pinstriped button-up shirt, showcasing an effortless blend of edgy textures and classic tailoring.
In New York City, Tate McRae made a compelling case for the mini slip dress for a night out on the town. Arriving at the upscale venue Chez Margaux, McRae paired a shimmering silver slip dress with delicate strappy heeled sandals and a structured Saint Laurent clutch. On the other front, historical and cinematic fashion moments took center stage. For the Los Angeles premiere of Sense and Sensibility, actress Daisy Edgar-Jones turned heads in a vintage Chloé by Stella McCartney corset and maxi skirt set originating from the Spring/Summer 1999 collection.
Lower-key street style also provided daily inspiration. Jennifer Lawrence maintained a low profile while navigating New York City, bundling up in a long black coat, a protective scarf, a classic baseball cap, and dark sunglasses. Across the Atlantic in Paris, Soo Joo Park kept her palette refreshingly neutral for the AJE fashion show, opting for a cream high-profile top paired with clean white trousers.
The week’s most notable statement on sustainable fashion, however, came from Zendaya. Attending the Louis Vuitton show in Paris, the actor made a strong case for outfit repeating by recycling the white ruffled jacket she had previously worn to the Paris premiere of The Odyssey. Rather than recreating the original premiere look, Zendaya completely revitalized the piece by pairing it with casual denim jeans and a simple white tank top, proving that great design transcends a single appearance.
Week of September 28th
As Paris Fashion Week reached its peak, celebrities delivered an array of meticulously curated looks for front rows and exclusive dinners. Nara Smith attended a star-studded Clarins dinner in the French capital, wearing a sleek black velvet gown accented by a dramatic side slit. On a romantic date night in Paris, Kendall Jenner and Jacob Elordi cemented their status as one of fashion’s most visually cohesive couples, coordinating their sophisticated evening wear.
At a Tiffany & Co. event during the same week, Greta Lee showcased a refined shirt-and-skirt combination designed by Simone Bellotti for Jil Sander. Celine Dion continued her sartorial tour of Paris, stepping out in an olive-green, croc-embossed leather jacket and matching skirt set pulled straight from Ferragamo’s Spring/Summer 2027 collection. Keeping with the leather trend for a Parisian evening out, Tate McRae paired structured black leather trousers with a sheer, black lace tank top.
The week also saw bold expressions of personal style from Rosalía, who posed for a mirror selfie in her hotel wearing Look 4 from Jonathan Anderson’s Spring/Summer 2027 collection, and Cynthia Erivo, who embraced maximalism at Chloé’s show in a vibrant blue jacket with exaggerated puffy shoulders, layered knitwear, stacked necklaces, and a long, tiered black maxi skirt. Iris Law combined casual comfort with luxury during a Parisian stroll, mixing baggy camouflage trousers with a relaxed white long-sleeve T-shirt, brown satin ballet flats, and a Chanel 22 Hobo Bag. Wrapping up the week’s major events, Florence Pugh attended the New York City premiere of East of Eden in a custom Vivienne Westwood dress featuring an embellished chartreuse skirt, a gunmetal silk mermaid silhouette, and a voluminous, puffy-shouldered shrug.
Week of September 21st
The transition into the official autumn calendar brought a wave of structural silhouettes and high-profile nuptials. Karlie Kloss was spotted in New York City wearing FFORME’s cream-colored Juane Dress, an architectural piece distinguished by an asymmetric silhouette and delicate frayed hem detailing throughout. In Tuscany, Dove Cameron and Damiano David celebrated their wedding, with Cameron delivering a masterclass in modern bridal tailoring by wearing a custom Giorgio Armani wedding suit.
Milan offered its own dose of dramatic evening wear as Camila Morrone departed her hotel in a lace-trimmed, lingerie-inspired little black dress, sheer black tights, classic black pumps, and a luxurious fur coat. Daisy Edgar-Jones continued her promotional tour for Sense and Sensibility, pulling a silky, embellished-shoulder gown from Armani Privé’s Spring 2005 archives for the film’s Berlin premiere. Earlier in the week in London, Edgar-Jones was seen leaving BBC Studios in a Chloé lace-trimmed bodysuit and matching draped skirt from the Spring/Summer 2026 collection.
Cardi B turned heads at the Milan Gucci show with a dramatic, oversized white fur coat worn 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. Additional sightings in Paris featured Celine Dion in an asymmetric black draped Balenciaga dress, Rihanna in Dior’s tailored black wool and silk bar jacket with ruched satin trim, and Sienna Miller championing structured outerwear in Balmain’s lambskin fitted peplum jacket paired with tailored black pants and strappy sandals.
Week of September 14th
Mid-September highlighted the enduring appeal of monochromatic dressing and archival fashion revivals. Selena Gomez stepped out in New York City in an all-white ensemble, offering a direct challenge to the antiquated rule against wearing white after Labor Day. Later in the week, Gomez attended the Emmys as a nominee, wearing a custom gold chainmail dress by Louis Vuitton.
Kaia Gerber debuted a look from Proenza Schouler’s Spring/Summer 2026 collection at the Specs Launch Keynote in Beverly Hills just six days after it appeared on the runway, wearing a strapless black top with an embellished tiger print panel alongside a black-and-white midi skirt. Bella Hadid embraced late-summer aesthetics in New York City, stepping out in a vibrant orange babydoll dress, brown boots, and a red gingham headscarf. For other engagements, Hadid paired a champagne satin and sheer midi dress with red slingback heels and a Prada Tessuto Bowling Bag, and later arrived at a Chopard event wearing a historic chainmail dress from Ralph Lauren’s Spring 2008 collection.
Lili Reinhart promoted The Love Hypothesis in New York City through a series of vintage selections, including a pink-and-green Dolce & Gabbana dress with lace-up corset sides for press appearances, and a heavily embellished vintage pink-and-green gown from Elie Saab’s Spring 2004 Haute Couture collection for the official premiere. Anna Van Patten celebrated at a Magda Butrym after-party in a V-neck cream corset mini dress paired with black tights and a matching headband, while Daisy Edgar-Jones opted for a military-inspired white jacket, blue jeans, and white pumps during her London press stops.
Week of September 7th
The official kickoff of New York Fashion Week brought out top-tier models and actors alike. Kaia Gerber attended a RE/DONE party in a classic baby tee, straight-leg jeans, red heels, and a zebra-print bag. Dakota Johnson made a striking appearance at the Kering Foundation Caring for Women dinner, wearing a black Maison Valentino gown featuring a deep plunge, flowing sleeves, and an expansive train.
Gigi Hadid demonstrated her ongoing partnership with Tommy Hilfiger by stepping out in boot-cut jeans and a graphic T-shirt reading "Better Together" immediately following the brand’s Spring/Summer 2027 runway show. Emily Ratajkowski embraced vintage styling at the Kiko Milano Flagship Grand Opening, wearing a pink satin John Galliano dress with floral embellishments and a coordinated fringed scarf. Meanwhile, at a Bvlgari event in New York City, Dua Lipa wore a gold-embellished corset top with black trousers, Anne Hathaway wore a flowing lilac chiffon Alexander McQueen maternity gown, and Lisa wore a black lace corseted dress featuring flared sleeves and a high thigh slit.
Late August and Early September
Earlier seasonal transitions featured notable cinematic premieres and fashion debuts. Joey King turned heads in a custom blue and burgundy satin Rodarte dress and later wore a witchy Ilya Migmoon creation featuring a black lace overlay, a green base, a bustier bodice, and exaggerated hips for the premiere of Practical Magic 2. Zoë Kravitz showcased her signature effortless style in New York City with a black midi slip skirt, black camisole, and black ballet flats.
Kendall Jenner made her Venice Film Festival debut wearing a vintage archival dress with gold floral detailing from Giorgio Armani’s Fall/Winter 1995 collection, having arrived in Venice in a minimalist all-white ensemble accessorized with an unreleased quilted Chanel weekender bag from the Cruise 2027 collection. Adria Arjona wore an asymmetrical black skirt and cropped leather moto jacket in New York, while Nicole Kidman debuted Pieter Mulier’s very first design as Versace’s creative director—a sheer black lace dress with an asymmetrical silhouette—at the Los Angeles premiere of Practical Magic 2.
Additional summer-to-fall crossover looks included Rihanna’s orange velour Chloé tracksuit paired with snakeskin sandals, A$AP Rocky’s head-to-toe Chanel ensemble featuring a grey plaid jacket from the Fall 2026 collection and a burgundy Maxi Flap bag, and Hailey Bieber’s vintage yellow Dolce & Gabbana lace-trimmed camisole worn for a sushi outing. Margaret Qualley wore Chanel’s viral, internet-dividing naked sandals to the premiere of The Dog Stars, pairing them with a fringed black dress from the brand’s Resort 2027 collection.
As the calendar moves deeper into the autumn season, the sartorial choices of these public figures continue to provide a clear blueprint for navigating temperature fluctuations, embracing archival and sustainable fashion choices, and maintaining personal style through changing weather patterns.
