Fall Fashion & Lifestyle Trends You’ll Actually Want to Try
Nostalgic Beauty Is Back
Fall 2025 is serving up contrasts on contrasts: nostalgia colliding with bold statements, vintage prep sparring with maximalism, everyday spaces turning into curated escapes, and staple favourite flavours. The point? You don’t have to pick a lane — this season is about layering it all together until it feels like you.
Here's the trends breakdown:
Polka Dots & Prep
Fall fashion has split personalities — and honestly, we’re here for it.
On one side: Vintage Prep. Classic navy stripes, pleated minis, neutral layers, and timeless accessories are staging a full-on comeback.
Then there’s Patterns & Play. Polka dots, patchwork, and plaid are sticking around for fall — from classic black and white to bolder takes in rust red or jewel tones, they’re the easiest way to add a little personality without overthinking it.
And finally, Maximalism. Loud colours, oversized silhouettes, and statement accessories are turning the volume all the way up — unapologetically bold and unapologetically fun.
How to channel it: Don’t choose. Throw your striped sweater under an oversized blazer. Mix preppy with playful. Or let a pair of earrings enter the room before you do.
For your striped statement
Boden Chunky Cotton Sweater
Polka dots that pop
REVOLVE Briella Dress
Accents To Elevate Everyday Spaces
Your space isn’t just a backdrop anymore — this fall, she wants the spotlight.
First up: Art Deco Accents. Jewel tones, metallic finishes, and glassware that makes even your Tuesday night feel like a scene from Gatsby.
Next: Cubicle Chic. Because your desk deserves a moment too. Brass pen holders, mini plants (that may or may not survive), and candles that make even a spreadsheet feel less soul-crushing.
And finally: Everyday Comfort. Oversized mugs, plaid throws, incense — the little luxuries that turn a corner of your home into a cozy retreat, even if the laundry pile is lurking just out of frame.
How to channel it: Pick one spot and romanticise it. Add a jewel-tone accent, swap in a throw blanket, or string up fairy lights for an intentional added flair.
For sips that double as style
CB2 Old-Fashioned Glass
Organized & aesthetic
Target Desk Organizer
This fall, beauty is basically playing dress-up with your memories. Cozy Scents are everywhere — apple, vanilla, caramel — bottled nostalgia that smells like candy apples and crisp fall nights.
Then there’s the 90s/Y2K Revival. Burgundy lips, brown tones, metallic shadows… all the things we thought we’d retired are officially back in rotation.
How to channel it: Stick with your nostalgic anchor (that comforting scent, your trusty gloss) and add one bold twist. Light the candle, swipe the lip, then throw in a metallic shadow for the full throwback-but-make-it-chic effect.
Cosy scent for crisp fall nights
Henry Rose Vanilla Perfume
Your burgundy era
Rhode Pocket Blush + Peptide Lip Tint Duo
Fall in Full Flavour
This season isn’t just about layering your wardrobe — it’s about layering flavour. Fall 2025 is serving up warm spices, nostalgic comfort, and chic indulgence.
Trending tastes:
- Vanilla Chai
- Maple Pecan
- And of course, pumpkin
Think crisp mornings that call for a pumpkin spiced sip, cosy evenings with a chai-infused cocktail, and everyday rituals elevated with cubes that make every mug or coupe glass a statement.
Capture that fall feeling
Pumpkin Spice Luxe Mixer Cube
Mugs that match the mood
Anthropologie Pumpkin Mug
Do It All, Babe
So go ahead — wear the polka dots, light the vanilla candle, swipe on the burgundy lip. Fall 2025 isn’t about choosing. It’s about stacking cozy and bold until it feels like your vibe. Life’s too short for either/or.
Bentlea Schwartz
A Teaspressa creative who believes in sipping with intention and celebrating the everyday. You can find her savoring her morning tea, hunting down vintage gems, or planning her next weekend escape.
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