Here we go again: A whole new season, and a fresh of trends to get acquainted with. We’ve already covered autumn/winter 2024’s overarching themes, ranging from “debutant dressing” to the return of leopard print (did it ever really leave?), but today we’re turning our attention to accessories.
Even anti-trend dressers can’t deny the thrill of trawling through catwalk photos, marvelling at the boundless creativity of designers. Whenever Fashion Month ends, we leave with a bank of inspiration and a worryingly lengthy wish list. The autumn/winter 2024 runways were no different. Texture and exaggerated shapes took centre stage in the accessory department, with feather-trimmed handbags offsetting classic outerwear and thigh-high boots adding edge to romantic dresses. There were also some unexpected wins, most notably the presence of headwear across collections.
But those weren’t our only takeaways—keep scrolling to see five autumn accessory trends we’re expecting to dominate the season ahead.
5 Autumn Accessory Trends That Will Still Be Everywhere in 2025
1. Elongated Bags
(Image credit: Bottega Veneta; Coach; Miu Miu; Kim Shui via Launchmetrics)
Style Notes: Handbags are going to great lengths for AW24 with stretched, rectangular silhouettes bringing structure to cosy layered looks. Steer clear from extreme cases, though, or only your slimline essentials will fit.
Shop the trend:
ALAÏA
Le Teckel Small Leather Shoulder Bag
Alaïa always nails the brief.
Charles & Keith
Wisteria Elongated Top Handle Bag
An affordable option that’s no less chic.
JIL SANDER
Leather-Trimmed Raffia Shoulder Bag
Perfect for the summer-to-autumn transition.
2. Cool Caps
(Image credit: Emporio Armani; Chanel; Christian Dior; Bottega Veneta via Launchmetrics)
Style Notes: Hats in all shapes and sizes topped autumn/winter catwalk looks, from embellished wool berets to snug skull caps. A newfound appreciation for headwear, particularly traditional styles, is evidently in the air.
Shop the trend:
ralph lauren
Wool-Blend Fisherman Cap
Wear with a knitted minidress and tall boots.
Loro Piana
Knitted Cashmere-Blend Bucket Hat
This unique piece will catch glances wherever you go.
& Other Stories
Fuzzy Bucket Hat
Swap your raffia bucket hats for this textured style.
3. Thigh-High Boots
(Image credit: Gucci; Mugler; Christian Dior; Chloé via Launchmetrics)
Style Notes: Where knee-high boots shone last autumn/winter, designers are taking it one step further with thigh-high iterations. Expect to see a range of takes on this trend, from high-heeled versions to lug-soled stompers.
Shop the trend:
GABRIELA HEARST
Linda Leather Over-The-Knee Boots
A boot like this will never go out of style.
Charles & Keith
Davina Buckled Thigh-High Boots
Even biker boots have been given the thigh-high treatment.
sézane
Colette Thigh High Boots
Such a beautiful shade for the colder months.
(Image credit: Erdem; Dries Van Noten; Tamara Ralph via Launchmetrics)
Style Notes: Feathers, faux fur, fringing—this season’s accessories are forgoing sleek finishes in favour of ultra-tactile textures. This kind of playfulness is just what we need as winter looms.
Shop the trend:
L’Alingi
Red Feathered Taliya Clutch Bag
Carry this to all your autumn events.
Sam Edleman
Feather-Embellished Satin Slingback Pumps
Proof you can try out designer trends on a budget.
5. Ladylike Pumps
(Image credit: Carven; Luisa Spagnoli; Bottega Veneta; Miu Miu via Launchmetrics)
Style Notes: “Demure” might be a buzzword right now, but fashion labels called it back in February when they sent elegant, 1930s-inspired shoes down the runways. From T-bar kitten heels to strappy mary janes, autumn is about to be packed full of pumps.
Shop the trend:
MANOLO BLAHNIK
Turgimod 50 Cutout Leather and Suede Slingback Pumps
This pair has a distinctly vintage feel.
Charles & Keith
Double-Strap Slingback Mary Jane Pumps
Style with everything from wide-leg jeans to maxi dresses.
Valentino Garavani
Leather Slingback Mary Jane Pumps
The slightly squared-off toe is a nice touch.