Apologies, Summer—I'm focused on Fall now—5 Transitional Trends I'm Exploring From Free People.
It only takes one brisk summer night for me to start picturing how my fall days will unfold. With about two months left until the official arrival of autumn, I'm not quite ready to part ways with shorts, flip-flops, and strapless dresses—yet it's never too soon to begin contemplating the trends I could embrace for the next season. I'm easing into this with some transitional styles that will help me expand upon the items I've enjoyed all summer long.
If you're familiar with my style, you'll know that my closet is filled with at least 50% Free People. They have new arrivals every day, and subscribing to their text updates hasn't helped my shopping tendencies! Free People caters to various personal styles, and I particularly enjoy browsing their site as we transition into a new season. Therefore, I’ve compiled a list of five trends that I’m excited to try out this fall: plaid, delicate tops, purple hues, scarves, and funnel-neck jackets. Here’s how you can get involved.
**Embracing Plaid**
Some seasonal trends are more timeless than others, and plaid certainly belongs in the timeless category. No matter what the fashion cycle suggests each year, plaid details remain consistently popular.
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Moonflower Plaid Pull-On Balloon Pants
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We the Free Lexi Plaid Button-Down
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We the Free Benny Slim Plaid Button-Down
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Ives Maxi Skirt
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We the Free Ashley Plaid Shirt
**Delicate Tops**
I’m all about delicate tops featuring lace details, bows, and slight peplum hems. These lovely tops are perfect for those days when you want to appear polished without too much effort. Recently, I’ve noticed they’ve been styled with edgier bottoms like cargo pants, distressed denim, and oversized barrel pants, creating an interesting contrast to their fragility.
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We the Free La Lune Blouse
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Forever Young Bed Jacket
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Thousand Pintucks Blouse
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In This Groove Mini Slip Dress
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Reya Lace Top
**Seeing the World in Purple**
As Olivia Rodrigo wisely stated, “Now I see the world in purple.” This is not only my current favorite song, but purple is also a color trend gaining traction in the fashion world, and I expect it to remain popular as fall approaches.
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Modern Muse One-Shoulder Top
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We the Free Perfect Oversized Tee
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We the Free Brooklyn Tee
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Wrangler World Wide Mid-Rise Wide-Leg Jeans
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We the Free Ballad Reversible Tank
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Suede Hex Hip Belt
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FP One Chloe Solid Maxi Skirt
**To Wear or Scarf Down?**
Without being overly dramatic, I would argue that a scarf is among the most versatile accessories available. You can tie it around your neck, attach it to your bag, wrap it around your waist, or even style it as a top—need I say more? The styling possibilities are endless, and I’ve seen everyone from Kendall Jenner to Dua Lipa, as well as people on NYC subways, sporting these silk scarves in their hair. I foresee this trend continuing even after summer ends.
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Bridgette Bandana Hair Scarf
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Pleated Printed Skinny Bandana
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Carmen Knitted Triangle Bandana
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So Silk Printed Bandana
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Essential Triangle Striped Scarf
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Rugby Triangle Scarf
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Pleated Printed Skinny Bandana
**Funnel Neck**
You know a trend is strong when it persists year after year. Funnel-neck jackets began their popularity in 2025 and remain in style today, appearing in various innovative designs from cropped to long and from leather to nylon. Take a look at your options below.
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We the Free Collins Washed Canvas Funnel-Neck Jacket
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We the Free Chelsea Vegan Suede Funnel-Neck Jacket
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Chelsea Funnel-Neck Jacket
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Devon Striped Balloon Funnel-Neck Jacket
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