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Fall Fashion Trends for 2022

by Renee Roberson Photos courtesy of Remedy Clothiers/Facebook

Fall fashion trends include sustainable brands, throwbacks to the 80s and 90s, and romantic styles.

As the temperature are slowly starting to cool, I notice the fall clothing making its way onto the racks of my favorite boutiques around the area. I’ve tried to pay more attention to what types of classic pieces I could integrate into my own closet (such as button-up shirts, classic heels, and denim), but also want to select a few more “on trend” items from the season.

Anita Madalazzo, owner of Remedy Clothiers in Jetton Village, says that styles from the 1980s are definitely coming back, and this is something I’ve already noticed with the reappearance of acid-washed jeans. (I recently purchased an acid-washed denim romper from Apricot Lane in Birkdale Village to wear to a Garth Brooks concert and know that my 13-year-old self would have loved it). She also said flare-leg denim is making a comeback and suggests pairing with chunky knit sweaters and block heels. For a softer look, romantic styles are also on trend, such as long dresses featuring floral prints or ruffles. “Collegiate cool” is back again this fall with preppy blazers, sweaters, plaid skirts, and more. The “Americana Aesthetic” curates brightly colored and geometric or plaid prints with western boots, dark-washed denim, turquoise jewelry. Also look for combinations of red, white, and blue.

“Retro” active wear is hitting the racks, with sports bras, crop tops, and leggings in 80s and 90s style bold prints. For popular shoe styles, there are many to choose from, such as Doc Marten boots, western boots, and sneakers of all types can be paired with just about any of the above-mentioned styles. You also can’t go wrong with a good stiletto heel.

For ideas on fall menswear, I happened to click on one article in GQ that showed “the must-wanted pieces of the season” and I have to say I was a little skeptical. The items were so bold, bright, and outlandish that they were reminiscent of something Elton John would wear while performing. While I love Elton John, I can’t see my husband wearing some of the pieces they were suggesting. Although I did see a woven banana belt on that list. Remember those from the 90s? Even a blog post on Stitch Fix pointed to these bright styles as a current trend for men—it’s called maximalism, and it means that you focus on utilizing every inch of clothing in a bold way. It brought to mind some of the Benetton styles from the 1980s. Other ideas included “commuter clothing,” such as lightweight chino pants, shirt jackets (shackets), polo shirts and sport-bottom shoes. Men’s fashion is also calling for sustainable choices, such as brands that prioritize environmental and social responsibility.

It seems like there’s a lot to choose from, and maybe this guide will give you a better idea of what styles fit your own personality type as you shop this fall. Have fun!