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Power Suit
1980s businesswoman, but with a modern twist. This season designers traded structured architecture for softer construction, and bold hues with high-waisted, wide leg pants putting a spin on the exaggerated silhouette.
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Ivory
Pantone colour of the year, ‘cloud dancer’ lives on. Picking up on quiet luxury, models were seen wearing head-to-toe looks, layering pieces (sheer skirts, chunky knits) to add texture to the dreamy palette.
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Faux Fur
Gone are the days of bad faux fur. Realistic, high-quality versions are everywhere, but this year you’ll want to think beyond neutrals – floor sweeping lengths, chubbys, and animal prints are the way to go.
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Transparency
Ethereal overexposure takes a turn with deliberate layering to add interest. Instead of full peek-a-boo, looks at Prada and The Row featured combinations of sheer fabrics overtop structured staples (think blazers, knitwear), with a hint of skin. Fashion being practical? Who knew?
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Loyal But Not Obedient
Maria Grazia Chiuri’s explored the theme of less ‘I’, more ‘us’ at Fendi. “Feminine and masculine cease to be categories of opposition and become… shared qualities.”
This original article first appeared in the FALL 2026 issue of City Style and Living Magazine.
Editors Favourites 2026
CSL’s Fashion Editors Pick Their Go-To Wardrobe Staples
Vivianna Dress in Noir Burnout, $648 Can
Elegant, sophisticated occasionwear doesn’t get better than our friends at Ref. Every season, collections never dissapoint- whether you’re looking for a date-night sweater dress or sexy stunner for drinks with the gals. Well, they’ve done it again, offering an autumn collection that will have you drooling. Like this alternative to the lbd- with edgy goth vibes, side cutout and fringe. LOVE!
Mesh Long-sleeve maxi dress, $320
’90’s grunge takes a turn of romance with this check-print mesh dress (sleeve hole cutout included). Equally good worn to the office, or for a night out, pair with tall boots, a chunky sweater or oversize leather jacket and bold jewelry.
Suede Tennant Bomber, $698
We’re just going to say it. Suede is the ultimate luxe fall texture. Whether thrown on over a t-shirt and barrel jeans for a store-run, or juxtaposed against a silk dress, this wardrobe staple always looks chic and pulls together any outfit, instantly.
Fall Accessories The Editors are Loving:
KHAITE
Eve Ruched Leather Pumps
$1,600
PRADA
Prada Bonnie Leather
Mini-bag
$3,900
HISO
Long Leather Gloves
$275
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