The top 4 autumn & winter fashion trends of 2025
Boho is back, baby! Stuart Walford, our AW25 photoshoot stylist, shared his tips to nail the latest seasonal trends, from relaxed workwear to maximalist. Read on for the perfect pieces to elevate your seasonal wardrobe, featuring tips on layering, accessories, and key pieces to stay chic through autumn and winter!
You heard it here first! Stuart Walford’s scoop of the hottest 4 Autumn Winter trends are below:
BOHO CHIC
Fringing, ruffles and flared denim are back in a big way, as the bohemian trend makes a resurgence this season.
Key pieces: Celebrate your free spirit by adorning yourself in billowing blouses, fringed jackets and statement capes.
Finish the look: For your accessories, look at layering your necklaces for a metal moment. Tall leather boots, studded suede bags and tinted glasses are all perfect adornments for nailing this seasonal trend.
Find pieces with free-spirited style at Max, Country Road and Forever New.
Shop the look: Look 1: Top, bangle and skirt from Zara, boots and cape from Myer, Jewellery from Harli + Harpa and DECJUBA and sunglasses from Sunglass Hut. Look 2: Cape, sunglasses and Jewellery from Max Mara, belt from Sportsgirl, bag from Jo Mercer, shoes from Wittner, denim from Zara, jewellery from Harli + Harpa and blouse from Carla Zampatti.
ELEVATED WORKWEAR
Elevate your office attire by considering a tonal approach. Winter layers worn in the same shades make for a cohesive look that always feels effortlessly chic.
Keep your eye on: Shorts and skirts become transeasonal when layered with winter hosiery, socks and taller boots. Throw on a new winter coat for a cosy touch.
Accent pieces: Mixed metals are here to stay, so don't be afraid to mix your gold and silver accessories. Thin belts, burgundy bags, chunky loafers and everything suede are your new work essentials for this season.
Elevate your 9-to-5 game and shop stylish workwear from Glassons, Mi Piaci, Merchant 1948 and Portmans.
Shop the look: Look 1: Jacket and skirt from Rebecca Vallance, knit from Max & Co, bag from Marc Jacobs in David Jones, sunglasses from Sunglass Hut, jewellery from Harli + Harpa, loafers from Jo Mercer and socks from Myer. Look 2: Top, coat, belt and shorts from ZARA, boots from Myer, bag and jewellery from Mimco and eyewear from Sunglass Hut.
THE MAXIMALIST
More is more when it comes to maximalism. This season, we explore lush textures, bold colour combinations and graphic prints that leave a lasting impact.
Build your outfit: Layering is essential so embrace the more is more approach, and don't be afraid to mix and match your colours and prints for a loud statement.
Embellishments: Accessories are key to elevating your look, so consider brooches, bangle stacks and eclectic jewellery for a playful spin on your next ensemble.
Turn up the volume on your wardrobe with daring maximalist pieces from Gorman, Lovisa, H&M and City Chic.
Shop the look: Look 1: Coat and stole from MAX & Co, pants and blouse from Carla Zampatti, bag Marc Jacobs from David Jones, sunglasses from Sunglass Hut, earrings from Harli + Harpa, brooch from Max Mara, heels from Wittner. Look 2: Dress from Aje, shoes from Wittner, bag from David Jones, jewellery from Swarovski and Mimco.
VINTAGE VIBES
A celebration of ‘50s & ‘60s aesthetics mixed with contemporary flair. Think collarless jackets, tweed co-ords and A-line dresses.
What to look for: Fabrications, silhouettes and accessories that have a sophisticated edge.
Top it off: Hosiery and head scarves make a comeback, everything old is new again!
Channel old-school-cool with a curated vintage feel from Decjuba, Max and Farmers.
Shop the look: Look 1: Dress and sunglasses from Max Mara, shoes, hosiery and headband from David Jones, bag from Country Road and bracelet from Harli + Harpa. Look 2: Jacket and pants from Country Road, skivvy from Aje, gloves from Myer, bag from Jo Mercer, head scarf from General Pants Co, shoes from David Jones, Jewellery from Pandora and Harli + Harpa and eyewear from Sunglass Hut.
This autumn and winter, it’s all about bringing life and individuality back to your wardrobe. This is your call to wander, wild and free, play with the bold, mix pieces from the past and remove the mundane from your workwear! Mix and match these trends to create a wardrobe that’s as unique as you are. So, get ready to have fun and make a statement—fashion has never been this playful!
