Boots are the key to any chic cool-weather ensemble. From chunky moto boots to sleek thigh-highs, the shoe style — much like a good coat — is a wardrobe staple that can make an outfit. But the most versatile silhouette is the knee-high boot which can be effortlessly styled with everything from dressy fall dresses to jeans and midi skirts.
Whether you prefer luxe suede or water-repellent rubber, elegant stilettos or extra-comfy lug soles, we’ve rounded up every type of style (in every price range) you could want. There’s also a few wide-calf boots in the mix for those of us who need a little extra room.
Ahead, you’ll find versatile black and burgundy boots that can transition from day to night, bold animal prints and Western boots that’ll make you stand out from the crowd, and everything in between. So take your time and browse these 22 styles to add some flair to your boots lineup.
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Word of mouth is gold in fashion. It’s not always easy to navigate a saturated market full of options, so hearing a peer rave about a new brand is a great way to determine what’s the next hot thing — that’s exactly how I first heard about intimates line Cuup almost as soon as it launched in 2018. My curve model friends were singing the praises of this cool, modern, minimal line, so I was immediately intrigued.
This week, Cuup announced a size expansion, offering its most popular bra styles in band sizes up to 50 and cup sizes up to G (the largest size offered prior was 44E).
The brand quickly became a fashion favorite, spurred on by viral celebrity selfies and a growing reputation for successfully combining form and function. While Cuup’s initial size range was broader than many of its competitors, it left out some plus-size shoppers, particularly those with larger band or cup sizes (myself included). So, when it was acquired by the plus-focused FullBeauty Brands (which also owns Eloquii, Swimsuitsforall, and Dia and Co.) last year, I was hopeful that a size expansion might follow — and I made sure they knew it, asking creative director Yesenia Torres about it whenever I saw her at events. The knowing smile I got in return kept my hope alive.
“Cuup was already on its journey of being more inclusive,” Torres tells Refinery29. “We [FullBeauty Brands] believe in inclusivity, and we have seen the power behind it. There was already data showing that there was appetite for the [size] 40 bands. Why wouldn’t we continue this forward? Why would we exclude this brand from being able to get into that size range as well? So it was kind of a no-brainer.”
That didn’t mean the expansion could happen immediately, though. In order to get the fit and support correct, Cuup embarked on a year-long journey to develop the new sizes.
“We have vigorous testing — on our fabrics, how they feel on the body, what the modulus of the fabric is, how it lifts and supports you,” Torres continues. “Our next step was to bring in three different fit models to try all the way up to 50 bands. We found very early on that we wanted to, in the mesh product, add one tiny mesh wing on the side to give extra support for the women who are beyond an E cup. We wouldn’t have seen that had we not started to use different fit models [with different bust projections and shapes]. Once we felt really good about those expanded 40 bands, we then found another fit model in the 50 band range and went through the same exercise, put all the bras on them, and started to fit within it.”
The process didn’t end there: As someone who loves a good wear test, Cuup’s next step is the same one I would have recommended myself.
“We made all of the fit models wear-test everything, and it was vigorous” Torres says. “It wasn’t like, ‘Wear this bra one time and tell us how you like it’ — it was months of wearing it. We actually are very technical as a brand, so we would have them come in, draw the original on them from a new sample that we have, then put the wear-test sample on them and see how those lines matched up, where they were losing support, where the support maintained itself. Any commentary that we learned from the three months of wear testing, we applied it to the new samples.”
All of that extensive investment in getting the fit right is apparent in the final product. The quality and construction is visible as soon as you get the bras in hand, but, of course, I wanted to try it all on to see how it works on fuller-bust plus-size customers.
While I’m still technically out of the Cuup cup size range (I typically wear at least an H cup), this expansion finally took me into plausible sister size territory. (For everyone that doesn’t spend their time writing about bras, “sister size” is a term for the bra sizes surrounding yours that have similar cup depth, even if the alphabet cup size is different.) So I tested out three core bras from Cuup to see how they stack up IRL. (Note: The sheer try-on images were blurred.)
This is one of the styles that’s synonymous with the Cuup brand in my eyes, so I was very happy to see it included in this new sizing rollout. As someone who’s just outside its cup size range, I knew in advance that these bras would not be a technically perfect fit on me — a disclaimer for all you bra fit sticklers out there! If you’re one of many customers within the newly-expanded size range, your fit should be even better.
I started by looking at Cuup’s size chart, and quickly realized I needed to size up in the band. (I usually wear a 40, but a 44 looks closer to my measurements per its sizing.) I also decided to try a 46, as cup sizes get larger as the band does, and I figured that could help me find the cup depth I need. That ended up being the right move, as the cups on the 44G were too small, but the ones on 46G were much better — and even more so after taking the advice Torres imparted about Cuup’s mesh bras: “My rule of thumb is you need to wear the product for a good one to two hours, because the compression that we’ve used in the mesh is really taut. You might feel like, ‘Oh, is this too small?’ It’s actually not. It’s easing into your body, and then, after a two hour wear, it’s the perfect size. It’s just one of the complexities of the technology within the fabric that remolds to the temperature in your skin.”
I wore the bra around the house for a few hours, and I did feel the difference. The power mesh didn’t lose any of its support or feel like it got bigger, but it did feel like a more personalized fit after the “warm-up” period.
The Plunge is a downright sexy style, especially in this black mesh, and the modifications made for the extended sizes (adding an internal mesh side panel for extra support and using a stronger yet visually indistinguishable mesh fabrication) happily don’t affect the look of the bra. The added mesh did it’s job, too, keeping the bust projection forward and natural-looking, with no side-boob spillover.
Torres also mentioned Cuup did extensive wear testing on its extended underwear sizes, and it shows: This liquid jersey thong was smooth and comfortable in my usual 2x, with no digging in or shifting with wear.
Every bra wardrobe needs a workhorse — a smooth, neutral bra that just works — and this style from Cuup has a lot of potential to become that type of go-to (especially since the brand offers a great selection of nudes, ranging from a paler pinky Blush to a gorgeous deep Espresso). The microfiber fabric is very soft and feels great on the skin, and the light lining throughout the cups minimizes nipple visibility. This style also has wider straps that sit comfortably on the shoulders (no digging in), which makes it a great candidate for a workday bra.
The 46G was definitely a wearable size on me, albeit with a little spillover at the top. This makes sense, as I’m technically a larger cup size than is available. I still see this style ending up in regular rotation for me: The support and comfort are there, and it’s a good option for scoop neck tops and light-colored button-downs. The coordinating brief bottom was also buttery soft and non-restricting.
Of all the bras I tried, this sleek balconette style was the one that had the most spillover on me — but that may very well be because I didn’t have the time to do the recommended “warm up” period on this style before shooting it. Despite that, I really like the look of this one. The power mesh feels just as secure and supportive as Torres suggested it would, and the half seam on the front adds a bit of visual interest without distorting the natural shape of the cup. I also appreciate that the mesh styles come in a variety of neutral hues, giving “nude” options for people in a range of skin tones. This taupe is one of those, but I have to say I love the way it looks on my lighter skin, too — a great reminder that everyone benefits from having a good range of shade options!
The wide-set straps on this one make it even more likely that it’ll be a piece I reach for often: It’s so hard to find a good bra for square-neck silhouettes, and this one is perfect for all the shirts and dresses I don’t wear as much as I want to because the alternative is a strapless bra (something I generally avoid unless absolutely necessary). The coordinating high-waisted brief was the comfiest of all of the Cuup underwear I tried — which is saying something, because they were all really good!
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Every so often, an understated clothing item gets the star treatment — and this season’s A-lister is none other than the polo shirt. Yes, the casual collared top reminiscent of prep school uniforms and Ralph Lauren-era sportswear is trending, in all of its classic iterations, from long sleeves to short sleeves and from block colors to bold stripes.
The humble polo is a playful alternative — or addition — to tailored shirts and knit jumpers, presenting another option for autumn layering. If your inner teenager is still cringing (we don’t blame you), rest assured that 2024’s polo shirts feel much more refined and grown-up than what you might’ve worn way back when.
The best thing about the polo shirt trend now, though, is its accessibility — you can find them across a wide range of price points and brands. So, whether you’re taking the high fashion route (e.g. Baum Und Pferdgarten’s sequinned skirt styling) or incorporating the piece into your everyday wear with options from Abercrombie and H&M, scroll on to explore four R29 fashion editor-approved ways you can wear a polo shirt this autumn.
How To Style Polo Shirts For Dinner Plans
Accessories can go a long way to dress up a casual top. For dinner, pair a rugby shirt with stacked jewelry, heeled boots, and a statement handbag. Swap out your kick-flare jeans for a midi skirt for the same vibe.
How To Style Polo Shirts For The Office
Make suit trousers your polo’s professional wingman (or wingwoman) when you head to the office. The layering options are endless, whether you throw on a matching suit jacket or chunky knit. In this case, less is more.
How To Style Polo Shirts For Going Out
Wearing a polo shirt on a night out is as unexpected as the trend itself — and yet, it works. As demonstrated on the runways, skirts and polo shirts give off an edgy femininity. Pair a mini with sandals for your next bar hang, and add tights when the temperature dips.
How To Style Polo Shirts For The Weekend
The collegiate look isn’t just for schooldays. Sport your polo on the weekend with a long skirt and tall boots, and you’ve got the ultimate off-duty look.
This story was originally published on Refinery29 UK.
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If there are two brands that know a thing or two about collaborating on much-anticipated, sought-after collections, it’s Reformation and Hoka. The celebrity-loved fashion brand most recently collaborated with Kacey Musgraves on an equestrian-inspired capsule, while the viral activewear label teamed up with FP Movement on a stylish sneaker drop. Now, they’re taking the next logical step: teaming up with each other.
Debuting today, Hoka x Reformation combines one of the latter’s most popular sneaker styles — the top-rated Mach 6 shoe — and the former’s signature color palette to introduce three new colorways: Syrah/Savvy Red, Eggnog/Shortbread, and Flint Grey/Rainy Day. The limited-edition kicks are made from recycled polyester and organic cotton that are 100% recyclable through RefRecycling, a service that encourages customers to return Reformation products in order for them to be broken down into fibers and reused for new styles. (In addition to a knack for collaborations, the brands share a commitment to sustainability.)
While the original Mach 6 sneaker is designed for everyday running, these reimagined, Reformation-ified styles are intended for less strenuous activities. According to a press release, they’re lifestyle shoes, “engineered for being somewhat sporty, whether it’s amateur pickleball or prancing with Joanna Rohrback — whatever gets you hot and sweaty.”
So, if you’re looking to take hot girl walks, dance classes, or something in between (cough, cough, prancercising, like campaign model Rohrback) this fall, step into these fashion-forward sneakers. And if the hype around this collaboration is just as popular as the Hoka x FP Collection one was, then you’ll need to run, not hot-girl walk, to cart up your favorite color before they inevitably sell out.
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Fall fashion is a flurry of all burgundy everything — boots, handbags, statement coats, jackets. Similar to spring’s butter yellow trend (which is still very much thriving), its allure is in its muted pigment: Not exactly a bright red, not quite a chocolate brown, it offers a warmth that feels appropriate for the season. (It may just have us, dare we say it… Excited for cold weather.) Plus, you can mix it into practically any wardrobe or color palette.
Earlier this year, the fall 2024 runways overflowed with burgundy (along with its sisters, maroon, merlot, and oxblood), from Molly Goddard’s tulle skirts to Holzweiler’s printed puffer jackets. It wasn’t just clothes: Chanel’s belts and bags and Gucci’s sunglasses and platform heels were coated in burgundy. Fast forward to now, and retailers like Mango, Zara, and Massimo Dutti have followed suit with plenty of pieces in the shade to take your fall fancy.
Whether you’re the type to go all in and sport a trend from head to toe or add a touch of a trending color via accessories, there are loads of ways to style burgundy this season. Below, see some of the best fall 2024 runway inspiration and where to find your next win.
Burgundy Jackets
Aside from keeping you warm, the right outerwear can instantly elevate any outfit. A burgundy bomber jacket, blazer, or long coat is a timeless flex that you can wear for years to come — so, take inspiration from the fall runways, whether it’s Khaite’s buttery soft leather jackets and luxe fur coats, Loewe’s oversized bombers or Etro’s blazers (with skirts to match). Layering season just got better.
Burgundy Shoes
Gucci’s fall 2024 collection gave us permission to dip our toes in the trend (versus diving right into it) with its burgundy shoes. The runway showcased models in platform loafers, thigh-high boots, and crystal-embellished pumps, all in the rich hue.
Burgundy Tops
Invest in a burgundy top that will work hard in your wardrobe, either worn solo or as a layering piece. On the fall runways, Conner Ives set the precedent for the rugby shirt trend with a sporty maroon number, while Collina Strada debuted burgundy velvet corsets and Fendi did sheer burgundy tees.
Burgundy Dresses
A burgundy dress is the perfect fall piece — something you can style up or down freely, and layer with practically any color. If you need inspiration from the fall 2024 runways, just look to Remain Birger Christensen’s sheer dresses, Emilia Wickstead’s leather midis and Ferragamo’s embroidered minis.
Burgundy Bottoms
Colorful pants can be tricky to style, but burgundy bottoms will give your blue jeans a run for their money. Follow Nina Ricci by styling them with a matching suit jacket. Not into the trousers? Get inspired by Molly Goddard and pair a full burgundy skirt with an oversized knit.
Burgundy Handbags
Burgundy handbags were stars of the fall accessories assortment. Victoria Beckham brought out leather clutches and pouches, McQueen by Seán McGirr debuted a structural crossbody bag, and Coach sent roomy carryalls down the runway — all in fall 2024’s biggest color trend. Thanks to its muted tone, it’s just as versatile as your everyday black style… With a little extra something.
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If we were to come up with our holy trinity of fall outerwear, it would be: the trench coat, the leather jacket, and the oversized blazer. Most of us have at least one of the three in our wardrobe, if we’re fortunate. But it might be time to refresh our rotation of coats and jackets for the new season. Fortunately, a new crop of outerwear trends is on the horizon — and they’re as exciting and timeless as ever.
The fall 2024 runways gave us a preview of new coat and jacket styles six months ago, from statement tailored jackets by Jil Sander and Chanel to trendy leopard-print coats at Versace, Isabel Marant, and Christian Dior. The designer collections are now ready to shop and our favorite mainstream brands have gotten in on the fun, too. Crowd-favorite Aligne has a range of bright blazers, while Uniqlo has fresh quilted and wool staples. Capes, denim jackets and collared bombers have also made their way to the market from brands like ASOS, Marks & Spencer, and COS.
If the recent street style at London Fashion Week is anything to go by — fashion-forward guests showed us just how versatile barn jackets, trench coats, and denim jackets can be — these new arrivals offer an opportunity to asses our wardrobe for the season ahead. Scroll on to discover the top six coat and jacket trends to expect for fall 2024.
Fall Outerwear Trend 2024: Barn Jackets
Barn jackets have been a street-style win this Fashion Month, and for good reason: the workwear-inspired layer can be worn over just about anything — dresses, suits, trousers, you name it — while the contrasting collar adds an extra touch of style. Country went couture on the fall/winter 2024 runways, too, from Hermès’ longline belted tops (with matching trousers) to Victoria Beckham’s leather fits.
If you’ve been all about the leopard-print trend this summer (lifelong fans, we see you too), you’ll be happy to know the look is still going strong, showing up on standout jackets and coats on the fall 2024 runways. We spotted the print on long coats from Christian Dior and Balenciaga, on jacket linings at Isabel Marant, and in red and black at Versace. Off the runway, brands such as Ganni, Sister Jane and Damson Madder have become known for their leopard prints. While you’re at it, add a matching bag or hat for an even bolder look.
A bright blazer offers the perfect seasonal contrast to fall’s typically muted tones. As proven with this year’s trends, like waistcoats and collarless jackets, tailoring can be more versatile than ever. Take a leaf out of stylists’ books by pairing a bright red, green or yellow blazer with a more toned-down outfit like jeans and a tee, a midi dress or a gym outfit. For an added touch, cinch your blazer with a mismatched belt, just as Emilia Wickstead and Chanel did on the fall 2024 runways.
Fall Outerwear Trend 2024: Capes
New York Fashion Week’s fall 2024 shows made a convincing case for capes. Contrary to the superhero aesthetic, Tibi and Ulla Johnson’s knit capes, Marina Moscone’s scarf version, and Brandon Maxwell’s dressy staples proved the range is quite vast. You can find trench and raincoat capes that are practical for fall weather, and embellished, accessory-style ones that are useful even now for an air-conditioned office.
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Three cities and countless jaw-dropping runway moments later, fashion month is nearing its end — but not before Paris Fashion Week takes over the French capital with its sure-to-be très chicspring/summer 2025 shows. The industry’s most stylish designers, models, content creators, celebs, and more have one last chance to make their mark on the season’s best street style.
Running until October 1, Paris Fashion Week attendees have already begun experimenting with fall’s buzziest trends — leopard print all over, bag charms galore, cool-weather-ready boots, sophisticated waistcoats, and so much more. Whether you’re looking to charge up your everyday style or planning your for a special occasion, there’s plenty of outfit inspiration to be found on the last leg of fashion month. With that in mind, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite Paris Fashion Week street-style looks. Scroll on to discover them all, and keep checking back throughout the week as we add more.
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