As Who What Wear UK editors, we spend a great deal of fashion month taking to the streets to identify the season’s most important new trends firsthand (it’s a hard job, but someone has to do it), and in our time we’ve come to realise that Paris is the front-runner when it comes to polished prêt-à-porter. Take a look outside the shows (or any bistro) and you’ll find exceptional tailoring, unforgettable accessories and plenty of sleek styling—a given, as the French are some of the best dressed women we know—so who better to turn to for fashion advice than Parisians doing what they do best?
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As this season’s roving reporter, editor-in-chief Hannah Almassi sent messages to the group chat detailing every key piece she spotted on the streets of Paris (Trenches! Hermés bags! Adidas trainers!), and looking through pictures of the street style crowd, a few clear trends came to light for the season ahead. From one very chic coat trend to the welcome return of a throwback print, keep scrolling to see six key street style trends from Paris Fashion Week that you’re about to be everywhere this winter.
1. Scarf Coats
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Style Notes: Sorry, shearling, but when it comes to coats and jackets this year, the fashion set is still obsessed with the elegant built-in scarf. Polished, professional and undeniably practical, we spotted scarf coats in several street style looks across the cities this fashion month, but this effortlessly draped was a particular favourite in Paris.
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Shop Scarf Coats:
Toteme
Embroidered Scarf Jacket
The jacket that launched a thousand copies.
H&M
Felted Jacket With Scarf
You just can’t argue with this price!
COS
Oversized Wool-Blend Scarf Jacket in Charcoal/Pinstriped
The White Company
Double Faced Wool Short Scarf Coar
The secret behind the chicest autumnal ensembles.
Abercrombie and Fitch
Removable Scarf Wool-Blend Coat
A best seller in the making.
2. Double Denim
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Style Notes: Sometimes, the simplest trends are the most effective, and wearing denim with more denim might not be reinventing the wheel, but if it ain’t broke… To keep the trend fresh in 2024, look for inky-blue washes, cool skirts and cute dresses that soften the rigid fabric.
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Shop Double Denim:
Reformation
Brooks Oversized Denim Jacket
You had me at “oversized”.
Reformation
Citron Denim Mini Dress
H&M
Wrapover-Waist Denim Maxi Skirt
The wrap detail feels designer.
AGOLDE
+ Net Sustain Camryn Oversized Organic Denim Shirt
You can’t beat Agolde for premium-quality denim.
AGOLDE
Clara Baggy Wide-Leg Organic Jeans
We’re not ready to hand in our baggy jeans quite yet.
3. Leopard Print
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Style Notes: Just when we thought our heads had been permanently turned by zebra and 2024’s surprise animal print entry, cow print, the leopard made a resounding comeback on the streets and reminded us why it is considered a classic in its own right. If you weren’t convinced by Kate Moss carrying a Saint Laurent bag or Hailey Bieber’s Toteme coat, take a look at how Parisians have made a staple out of trenches and printed shoes for a masterclass in how to wear spots.
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Shop Leopard Print:
A Who What Wear UK editor favourite.
Mint Velvet
Leopard Print Slim Jeans
ISABEL MARANT
Oskan Hobo Leather Shoulder Bag
Be still, my beating heart.
ZARA
Animal Print Midi Dress
A strong look for party season.
MANGO
Leopard-Print Satin Skirt
Reformation
Remy Knee Boot in Leopard Haircalf
Reformation’s best-selling boots are back in a new print.
4. Burgundy
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Style Notes: It goes without saying that Paris is the capital of quiet luxury, and whilst we’d usually expect to see high-end pieces and slick accessories in camel, black and cream, this year undoubtedly belongs to the richest shade of them all—burgundy. The most dynamic ensembles saw head-to-toe styling of this one-hue wonder, but just by introducing a bag here or a shoe there in the same plummy palette, you can up the luxury factor of your look by at least 50%.
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Shop Burgundy:
& Other Stories
Belted Leather Jacket
This is already selling fast.
Straight from the runway to your wardrobe.
COS
Brushed-Cashmere Turtleneck Jumper in Burgundy
The perfect accompaniment to blue denim.
Charles & Keith
Rene Structured Top Handle Bag in Plum
How to look like you’ve spent four figures.
Whistles
Leather A Line Skirt in Burgundy
This whole look is perfect for autumn.
Jimmy Choo
Carolyn Flat in Garnet/Red
5. Boho Blouses
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Style Notes: Ruffles! Chiffon! Bell sleeves! This month, street style stars took the Chloé approach to outfit building by pairing breezy layers of frills with flared jeans as a retro reminder that ’70s bohemia is firmly back on the cards for 2024. Ahead of the S/S 25 show, the key piece wasn’t the maxi dress or the well-discussed wedge shoe, instead, it was the billowing blouse; a trans-seasonal wonder that can be worn on its own or to dress up a crew-neck jumper or cardigan.
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Shop Boho Blouses:
& Other Stories
Cascading Ruffle Blouse
H&M
Flounce-Trimmed Blouse in Blue
I love this shade of sky blue.
CHLOÉ
Tie-Detailed Gathered Silk-Blend Jacquard Blouse
Far more luxe than a plain white tee.
By Anthropologie
Long-Sleeve Babydoll Blouse
How to get the look without breaking the bank.
This look has runway written all over it.
6. Business Pinstripes
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Style Notes: Never afraid of a little drama, power suiting in the form of pinstripes popped up on Paris’ pavements outside couture shows this season. From boxy shoulders to cinched waists, these punchy separates mean business, and even when worn with casual jeans, this chic styling trick is enough to command respect. Opt for the classics like pencil skirts or fitted blazers and bring them up to date by mixing them with laid-back jersey pieces and cosy knits.
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Shop Pinstripes:
M&S Collection
Pinstriped Split Back Maxi Column Skirt
THE FRANKIE SHOP
Chelsea Pinstriped Twill Vest
Ideal with baggy jeans and a low heel.
DAY BIRGER ET MIKKELSEN
Enzo Pinstripe Linen-Blend Trousers
THE FRANKIE SHOP
Blake Pleated Pinstriped Twill Mini Skirt
Miniskirts are perfect with tall boots for autumn.
MANGO
Striped Short Dress in Grey