It Girls With Outstanding Style Are Reviving These Overlooked Autumn Trends

      Without sounding overly eager, it's become increasingly clear that the most stylish pieces this season aren't new at all. Instead, the sophisticated items worn by the most fashionable individuals in style capitals draw inspiration from the past, reviving autumn trends that have returned to enhance their wardrobes. The easiest way to tell? If your mother wore it before you were born, it's likely fashionable again.

      While spring was about brightening moods with fun, uplifting silhouettes, autumn focuses on distilling those qualities into chic, wearable pieces that simplify the dressing process. Interestingly, achieving this balance doesn't involve finding a novel way to wear a tassel scarf, experimenting with a pillbox hat, or donning a skirt with a face on it. (Although these options are undoubtedly stylish and worth trying if you haven't already.)

      Rather, it's about investing in styles with a proven track record, rediscovering overlooked pieces that were once considered the pinnacle of taste and fashion but have since faded into sartorial history. This includes trends that have fallen out of favor over the past few years, with the most fashionable autumn comebacks emerging from the last century. Think of 1920s robes worn by Josephine Baker backstage at the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées, 1970s kaftans favored by Truman Capote’s “Swans” at La Côte Basque in the Upper East Side, and 1990s jewelry trends you might have bought at Claire’s as a teenager. As Justin Timberlake said, another nostalgic figure seeking revival, what goes around comes around. Just because these pieces were once popular doesn't mean we should shun them.

      Without further delay, here are the key autumn trends making a return this season:

      1. **Arm Cuffs**

       **Style Notes:** As the weather cools and we begin to cover our arms with cozy cashmere knits and structured cotton poplin shirts, arm cuffs provide a way to add dimension to your outfit without overwhelming it with accessories. From the bicep bangles that ruled the ‘90s to the structural cuffs that embodied the ‘70s jet set, these can be slipped over a long-sleeved silk dress or used to support the sleeve of your blouse.

      

       **Shop the Trend:**

       - Engelbert Infinity Loop Medium 18kt Gold Cuff Bracelet in Gold

       - Annoushka 18ct Gold Sapphire Charm Bangle Bracelet

       - Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti® Small Bone Cuff

       - Heaven Mayhem 18ct Gold-Plated Matilde Cuff Bracelet

      2. **Fur Stoles**

       **Style Notes:** Following their appearance on the Miu Miu autumn/winter 2025 runways, 1920s-inspired faux fur stoles and collars are likely to be extremely fashionable this autumn. Made from textured shearling, these styles can be layered over blazers or coats to give any worn outerwear a fresh look. Wearing one automatically evokes an air of elegance, reminiscent of Daisy Buchanan.

      

       **Shop the Trend:**

       - The White Company Recycled Faux Fur Scarf

       - Zimmermann Faux Fur Short Stole

      3. **Kaftans**

       **Style Notes:** If spring was about channeling Carolyn Bessette Kennedy’s minimalist wardrobe, autumn will embrace the effortless elegance of Lee Radziwill’s socialite style. The easiest way to achieve this relaxed glamour is by replacing your autumn trousers with a flowing kaftan. Associated with the Halstonettes—an iconic group of women who adored Ray Halston’s designs—these loose-fitting creations offer the ease of a dress. This season, they are crafted from thicker materials and suitable prints, particularly the sought-after canary yellow style from Celine.

      

       **Shop the Trend:**

       - THE FRANKIE SHOP Lila Kaftan Ponte Maxi Dress

       - H&M Lyocell-Blend Kaftan Dress

      4. **Antique Robes**

       **Style Notes:** Inspired by John Galliano’s spring/summer 1998 collection for Dior and Conner Ives’s autumn/winter 2026 show, antique-inspired robes are definitely back on the fashion agenda for autumn. Whether featuring delicate chinoiserie or fur trims, these long jackets instantly elevate a simple pair of jeans and a white T-shirt.

      

       **Shop the Trend:**

       - Chloé Long Hybrid Coat in Technical Satin

       - Conner Ives The Demi Couture Reconstituted Vintage Fur and Silk Robe

       - Free People Pyre Embellished Duster

      5. **Camo Trousers**

       **Style Notes:** If you’re drawn to the style in Destiny’s Child’s "Survivor" music video, consider incorporating the camo trouser trend into your autumn wardrobe. Supported by celebrities like Gigi Hadid and Alexa Chung, this style presents a trendy way to embrace khaki tones, while also reflecting