Coree Moreno is a Los Angeles–based hair artist celebrated for blurring the line between coiffure and couture. He counts Zendaya, Cynthia Erivo, Lil Nas X, and Shaboozey among his red-carpet clients. Self-taught from an early age, Moreno honed his skills by styling Barbies and neighborhood clients before breaking into salons and later assisting the visionary hair artist Vernon François. Today, his sculptural, fashion-forward approach to hair elevates red-carpet and editorial looks alike.
Brittney Boyce, the creative force behind Nails of LA, has built a reputation as Hollywood’s go-to nail artist. Known for intricate, edgy designs, her work has been spotted on Megan Fox, Machine Gun Kelly, Kim Kardashian, and Kate Hudson. With her gel press-on label Lost Angels, she’s expanded her reach, bringing high-concept nail art to at-home beauty enthusiasts. Boyce is celebrated for approaching nails as a true canvas for creativity, detail, and self-expression.
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Come fall, there’s always a collective vibe shift – a sense of new beginnings and desire for fresh inspiration that make getting dressed feel different than any other time of year. But instead of obsessing over one must-have item or micro-trend, we’re thinking in sensibilities: the moods, energies, and references that feel most resonant with our personal style for the coming season.
The result? A framework for fall dressing that skips fleeting trends in favor of something more lasting: a formula for dressing that you can make your own. For Akers, that spans from grunge with polish – layering plaid and leather for a cozy mix of textures – to reimagining collegiate cool with neckties and shirting paired with skirts or denim for a grounded, expressive look.
Below, we break down each of Akers’ five looks – and shop out pieces so you can build on your own wardrobe and bring these outfit formulas to life.
High Grunge
It’s the details that differentiate Zerina’s modern take on grunge. “From your belt buckle to the grommets on your boots, the patches on your jacket – that’s really what it’s about,” Akers says of the trend. Small styling choices deliver the nuance: plaid skirts, a flannel tied at the waist, and a patchwork moto jacket on top push the mix forward while maintaining its grit. The rawness is there, but sharpened just enough to feel deliberately reconsidered.
Line Break
Akers pushes your classic stripe way beyond basic: this fall, they’re stacked and layered for impact. Whether you’re mixing a rugby with a solid piece, or playing with two different stripes, the approach is straightforward but lands with a punch. For this look, she paired a Barrow rugby sweatshirt over a Marimekko button-down, added socks that echo the pattern, and finished with glossy Zara loafers. The magic is in the mashup — wide bands versus skinny stripes, color colliding with neutrals, sportswear mixed with tailoring.
Scarlet Authority
What cherry red was to summer, scarlet is to fall. This season, Akers is threading the pop of color through multiple items — tights, gloves, boots — to cut through an otherwise neutral look. Here, she pairs burgundy tights and patent pumps alongside a tonal skirt and handbag, finished with a white bomber for instant freshness. It’s bold without being complicated, the kind of styling move that makes classic pieces feel instantly new.
Suede Away
This isn’t the sheer, body-baring look you might expect. Akers’ version relies on texture that hugs close: a waist-nipping suede jacket paired with a flowing, asymmetrical skirt. The boots and jewelry add a Western flair to this unapologetically autumnal look. To recreate, pair earth-toned suede with other textured fabrics for a tactile tension, keeping in mind that the appeal is in the feel.
Neo-Prep
This is prep, undone. “It’s really about the modern scholar — taking classic academic inspiration and making it feel contemporary and fresh,” Akers says. For the Fall Lookbook, she’s layering shirts two at a time and offsetting the polish with a slick leather bomber rather than a blazer. “It’s a fun play on menswear,” she adds, “but with a preppiness that feels deconstructed — less about a uniform and more about self-expression.”
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This fall marks a first for Refinery29: We’re launching our debut seasonal Lookbook — a new tradition where the artists shaping culture create the looks and styles they’re most excited about for the season ahead.
Fall always feels like the reset we’ve been waiting for. After brushing off the sand and retiring our flip-flops, getting dressed suddenly feels intentional again — and effort feels exciting. For me, effort isn’t about chasing trends; it’s about honoring yourself. Maybe that’s pairing stilettos with a pencil skirt, or wide-leg denim with a vintage tee you’ve had for years. Fall is the moment to lean into whatever your version of “feeling your best” looks like. We owe it to ourselves to show up with intention.
That’s why this Lookbook is so powerful. We wanted to hear from culture-makers — the people behind the looks we rush to save, screenshot, and share. Together, they created five capsule looks across hair, makeup, nails, and fashion that anyone can try, remix, and make their own. And because inspiration should never feel out of reach, each look comes with suggestions for how to shop it, style it, and make it your own.
For our inaugural lookbook, we assembled a truly all-star team:
I’ll never forget when I first met Coree at a Met Gala dinner in 2024. He walked in with alternative mullet, bell bottoms, and towering platforms – a look that immediately signaled he was someone I had to know. That night, he was doing Lil Nas X’s hair. Since then, he’s styled everyone from Zendaya to Natasha Lyonne to Jodie Turner-Smith. What drew me to him then – and now – is his ability to merge edge with elegance. For this shoot, his looks ranged from a modern beehive to effortless soft waves and reimagined braid styles – each one pushing texture and shape in fresh, modern ways.
Brittney is the first person I’ve met who gets ready starting with her nails. The celebrated nail artist’s work has graced the fingers of Kim Kardashian, Megan Fox, and Machine Gun Kelly (who once wore a set Brittney designed, encrusted with $30,000 worth of diamonds). This fall, she’s excited about playing with pink and purple auras, embellished cat eyes, and textured chrome tips. Screenshot, and save these looks to bring to your next mani appointment – or get yourself a set of press-ons from Brittney’s brand, Lost Angels.
We truly created magic on set, with seamless collaboration between the artists, models, our photographer Steven Simione — and, of course, the incredible R29 team. What started as moodboards and decks became something alive, inspiring, and full of energy. I already have every single look saved on my Pinterest board, and can’t wait to re-create Coree’s Knot-hawk (four buns stacked in sculptural perfection) and Sir John’s Downtown ‘88 makeup look, featuring bold blue eyeshadow and a glossy red lip.
The best part of this all is that this is just the beginning. Refinery29’s Fall Lookbook is more than a trend report, it’s our statement of intent: to spotlight the creatives shaping culture, to make fashion and beauty more accessible, and to remind us that every season brings a new era of possibility. Let’s step into it boldly.
With love,
Brooke
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If you're currently hoarding one (or maybe even a few) oversized shirts in your closet, you're in a prime position to prove your style credo this season. While it's true that oversized vintage tees or white button-down shirts are classic capsule items, how to style them can change with the seasons.
If you want to breathe new life into your oversized shirts, we've compiled some genuinely helpful styling tips that will allow you to moonlight as the fashion influencer.
Ahead, we've provided handy visual aids — care of some of the trendiest people on the Internet — to act as inspiration. These sweet fashionistas have truly blessed us with their inspired oversized shirt stylings; take notes, this is how to style an oversized shirt.
Let Your Sleeves Hang
Elsa Hosk proves that no sleeve is too long for your oversized shirt. If you have a statement cuff—let it show! Style with jeans, or even a flowing, cotton skirt.
Layered Up
Try layering an oversized t-shirt over other items of clothing that are longer, such as a long button-up, cardigan or a dress. Styling the shirt like this creates a gradient of textures, patterns and colors as the eye scans the length of the outfit. Tip: try this trick with a smart pair of pants or a maxi skirt for additional drama like Jessi Regina.
Tuck It In
Tailor the silhouette of an oversized shirt by tucking it into a waist-hugging skirt or pants, like Paola Locatelli here. It'll create volume where you like it but keep you snatched in the places you need. You can also experiment with tucking-in one side only to give you the dimensions you want.
Tailored Outerwear
It's easy to get lost in a giant shirt, which is why layering it with tailored outerwear can be a great way to add structure back into your outfit. Take Hodan Yousuf's ensemble for example; the fashion influencer has invested in a vintage men's vest that's still oversized but retains its structure, unlike the soft lines of the short-sleeved shirt she's wearing underneath it.
Go Full Bloke-Core
If you're football made like we are, you'll be similarly prepared to invest in a wardrobe full of comfy athletic wear. Think: Oversized soccer shirts, nylon tracksuits and trendy trainers. Add touches of personality with your accessories like Tara Chandra and you've got yourself an expertly styled kit.
Shop Vintage
Trot on down to your favorite vintage shop and snag an oversized tee or button-down. It'll add immediate drama to any outfit, even if you just chuck it over the top of some jeans. See: Ali Whittle's masterful vintage styling.
Get The Set
Worried wearing an oversized shirt is going to look sloppy? Find one that's part of a co-ord set. The uniform color palette and fabric texture will look resort wear chic. Don't believe us? Just look at how effortlessly luxurious model, Juny Breeze, looks in this three-piece set. It's a chef's kiss from us.
Keep It Simple
Want to wear an oversized shirt but still want to look chic? Try accessorising with chic closet staples like a simplistic handbag, a sleek pair of sunnies and an understated, classic pair of straight-leg jeans, like Malaan Ajang.
Play With Proportions
Try playing with proportions and styling an oversized shirt with long shorts and knee-length boots, like influencer Keely. It's a blunt take on the rule of thirds.
Donald Duck it
Do a Donald Duck and ditch the pants, wearing an oversized shirt as a thigh-grazing mini dress. Style it with a pair of strappy heels or thigh-high boots like Shay Mitchell has here for a bit of extra coverage.
Try A Tunic
Sometimes, an oversized button-up or a T-shirt can feel wrong in a formal setting, which is where the humble tunic comes in. Styled over a smart pair of trousers or a voluminous maxi skirt, like Allana Davison has done here, provides an elevated solution to an oversized styling conundrum.
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