Maybe the biggest fall trend is simply caring about getting dressed again.

After a few seasons of quiet luxury, minimalism, and “effortless” everything, I’m ready for fashion to feel a little more fun. A little stranger. A little more us. I want the fabulous coat for the coffee run, the skirt when jeans would have been easier, the completely unnecessary stack of jewelry, and the outfit that is perhaps a little too much for whatever it is I’m actually doing.

This fall, I’m predicting a return to the weird, the unexpected, and the slightly over-the-top. Think brooches, visible socks, skinny scarves, statement belts, tights with everything, and accessories that make an otherwise simple outfit feel entirely different.

So, consider this my forecast for the fall trends I think are about to be everywhere — and, more importantly, the ones I actually want to wear.

01. Dressing “Too Much”

Maybe this is less of a trend and more of a personal philosophy, but I’m ready to dress up again. A fabulous coat for a coffee run. A skirt when jeans would have been easier. Jewelry for absolutely no reason. The outfit that is technically too much for wherever you’re going — but somehow makes the most sense.

After a few seasons of everything being “effortless,” I’m ready for clothes to feel intentional again. I want to see people wearing the good stuff on an ordinary Tuesday. There’s something about getting a little overdressed that makes even the most mundane day feel more fun.

02. Maximalist Accessories

The easiest way to make an outfit feel new this fall? Add more.

Statement earrings, stacks of bracelets, oversized sunglasses, a dramatic bag, a scarf, a brooch — sometimes the simplest outfit is the best backdrop for accessories that do all the talking.

I’m especially into the idea of piling things on without worrying too much about whether they perfectly “go” together. The goal is less polished and more collected.

03. The Belt Is Back

The belt is no longer just something you wear because your jeans are falling down.

This fall, I’m expecting to see belts styled over coats, sweaters, dresses, and blazers — basically anywhere you can find a waist. A simple belt can completely change the silhouette of an outfit and make something you’ve worn a hundred times feel completely different.

And yes, I will absolutely be cinching an oversized coat.

04. Socks Are Part of the Outfit Now

We’re officially acknowledging the sock.

Loafers with visible socks. Ballet flats with socks. Mary Janes with socks. Maybe even socks with heels if you’re feeling brave.

After years of trying to make socks disappear, I actually love the idea of making them part of the styling. A little peek of color, a pretty knit, or even a very classic white sock can make an otherwise simple outfit feel much more intentional.

05. Tights With Everything

I know we’ve all spent years trying to find the perfect pair of sheer tights, but this fall I think tights are going beyond the classic black.

Patterned tights, colored tights, textured tights — I’m into all of it. They make mini skirts and dresses feel instantly more fall, but I also love the idea of using them to add another layer of color or texture to an outfit.

And after a summer of bare legs, I’m honestly ready to cover them up.

06. Skinny Scarves

Yes, I know. The skinny scarf has returned.

There’s something slightly ridiculous about it, which is exactly why I like it. Worn with a simple sweater, blazer, or coat, it gives an outfit that very specific “I work in a creative industry and probably know where to get a good martini” energy (think Hannah Montana, iykyk).

The key is to not overthink it. Throw it on, let it hang, and move on.

07. Unexpected Color Combinations

Fall doesn’t have to mean head-to-toe black, brown, and beige.

This season, I want to see more unexpected combinations: chocolate brown with pale blue, burgundy with pink, olive with butter yellow, navy with red. Colors that shouldn’t necessarily work together but somehow make the outfit.

I think this is where fashion gets fun again. You don’t necessarily need a new wardrobe — sometimes you just need to stop pairing everything with black.

08. Brooches, But Make Them Cool

The brooch is having a comeback, and I am fully willing to participate.

Pinned onto a blazer, tucked onto a coat lapel, fastened to a cardigan, or even added to a scarf, a brooch is one of those tiny details that can make an outfit feel much more personal.

And please don’t feel like it has to be a traditional pearl brooch. Vintage finds, quirky shapes, oversized pins, charms — the more unexpected, the better.

Maybe the best part of this fall is that none of these trends require you to completely reinvent your wardrobe. They’re really about styling what you already own in a slightly stranger, more playful way.

Which, in my opinion, is exactly how getting dressed should feel.

Dorsey Necklace

Roxanne Assouline Cylinder Necklace

Rhode Pocket Bronzer

Missoni Knot Bag

Simon Miller Tee

Rat and Boa Color Block Dress

Embroidered Hat

Khaite x Oliver Peoples Sunglasses

Track Shorts

& MORE on my SHOPMY

Rag and Bone Sunglasses

Melisse Handbag

Solid and Striped Bikini Top

Solid and Striped Bikini Bottom

Inn Beauty Extreme Cream

Reformation Embellished Sandal

Missoni Candle

Yellow the Label Dress

Staud Surf Board Clutch

J.Crew Rollneck Sweater

J.Crew Crochet Top

J.Crew Linen Pants

HB’s Weekly Chaos is shared weekly on my Substack and ShopMy.

Staud Shark Tote

Levi’s White Jeans

Marni Embellished Sandals

Simkhai Mini Dress

Rabanne Bag

Earrings

Christopher Esber Wedge

Button Down Shirt

Marc Jacobs Grommet Jacket

Marc Jacobs Grommet Shorts

GAP Crochet Bag

Staud Terry Dress

Staud Surfer Beaded Jeans

Rixo Dress

Pear Drop Necklace

Waterproof Tennis Necklace

Le Specs Sunglasses

A fresh drop from my “HB’s Weekly Chaos” edit, featuring all the pieces currently in “my cart”. With warmer days finally here, I’m leaning into bold, colorful picks that feel perfect for spring into summer. LINKS BELOW:

Hill House Dress

Zadig and Voltaire Jack Nano

Rag and Bone Jorts

Palma Mini Dress

Jeweled Dress

Cult Gaia Earrings

Butterfly Woven Bag

Cherry Hotel Slippers

Cherry Mini Dress

Cala De La Cruz Rainbow Dress

Aureum Belt

Boat Tote

Oseree Dress

Rainbow Woven Beach Bag

Horsebit Silver Necklace

Rhode Banana Patches

New York decided it’s spring (finally), which means I’m mentally replacing my entire closet. Here’s what’s currently on my radar—everything linked below and as always on my ShopMy for easy access.

DVF Harley Scarf Dress

Sequin Disco Cap

Lace Scarf

Mega Funnel Neck Aritzia Sweatshirt

Slip Scrunchies

Aire Sunglasses

Dorsey Drop Earrings

Reformation Zebra Mules

Lizzie Fortunato Studs

Roxanne Assoulin Enamel Heart Necklace

Bottoms Up Mother Pull Over

Cala De La Cruz Dress

Gucci Silver Heels with Embellishment

Alaia Sunglasses

Ralph Lauren Patchwork Flag Sweater

Think of this as a very edited (but still slightly unhinged) mix of pieces I’m loving right now — from investment staples to impulse finds, and everything in between. Some things I own and wear on repeat, others are on my wish list… all of them feel very now.

I’m constantly saving, bookmarking, and mentally styling things, so this is where it all lands — in one place, with links, so you can explore (or spiral) alongside me.

This will live here every week on Substack, with everything also linked on my ShopMy for easy access.

xx
HB

Mango Embellished Dress

​Simon Miller Raffia Sandal

Chloe Aviator Sunglasses

YSL Sandals

Numi Tiger Lamp

Cult Gaia Choker

Backgammon Clutch

Bandana Couture Tote

Celia B Dress

Shell Pendant Necklace

Gigamus Dress

Eliou Stone Bracelet

B-Low the Belt Belt

Celine Oversized Round Glasses

Missoni Coin Purse

SHOP HERE: THE CBK EDIT BY HB

Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy built a fashion legacy on simplicity—neutral palettes, clean lines, and that perfectly undone, effortless polish. Meanwhile, I live in a more-is-more, color-happy, accessories-on-accessories world . So, consider this a gentle reminder (to myself, honestly) that sometimes less really does more.

Occasionally, it is less about statement pieces and more about perfect pieces: a sharp coat, a clean trouser, a barely-there heel, all working quietly but confidently together. Even for someone like me who wants to add “just one more thing” at all times, this edit feels like a reset—proof that when the foundation is this strong, you don’t actually need much else.

Shop The CBK Edit by HB for perfectly polished, well-priced pieces that do all the work for you (so you don’t have to)…. HERE

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