September Fashion Week in New York can feel like one big contradiction. Brands are showing their spring collections, and yet we only just waved goodbye to summer. We want to start thinking ahead to all of the coats and boots we'll be wearing for the next sixth months, but we're presented with an array of kaftans and bathing suits. It's confusing. That's why, if we're trying to figure out what the hell we're supposed to be wearing right now, we look to the streets.
We may feel caught somewhere in the middle between summer and autumn, but somehow, show-goers find a way to know which days are best for a sundress and which days you can get away with a long trench. So if you too are trying to navigate the month without sweating to death (but also want to push your style, even just a little bit), the outfits ahead will point you in the right direction. Because while we may find ourselves asking 'Do we really want to dress like street style stars anymore?' these looks give us faith that, yes, we just might.
Sometimes a pared-back denim jumpsuit is all you need.
Boxy is better.
Making puddle-jumping look easy.
Try wrapping a midi-length vest into a dress.
This duo is showing how minimal-cool is done.
That Réalisation Par spotted skirt is making waves at NYFW.
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Silver on silver.
Shake up a black dress with leopard accessories.
White boots were made for walking.
Floaty, sheer pieces on the New York pavement.
Mastering those oversized silhouettes.
This vintage-inspired number is a true stunner.
Straight from the '80s, in the best way.
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A healthy dose of primary colors on a dreary day.
These artful textures make for a killer photo every time.
Edgy trainers pair perfectly with a more preppy, shirtdress situation up top.
A convincing take on the dad-polo trend.
Neutrals are always going to look chic, even on the grayest of days.
Animal print shows no signs of slowing.
Please, teach us your pattern-mixing ways.
Mums do it better.
Top a white-and-denim look off with a pop of color in the shades.
There's no shortage of sequins during fashion month.
Are green trousers the new jeans?
A skirt with a... human touch.
Grabbing fashion week by the horn-belt.
Leaning into head-to-toe yellow.
Photographed by Joanna Totolici.
Tinted sunglasses for the win.
Photographed by Joanna Totolici.
Fashion week calls for amping up the sleeve interest.
Photographed by Joanna Totolici.
All we want to wear are suits and sneakers.
Photographed by Joanna Totolici.
All smiles in an oversized blazer.
Photographed by Joanna Totolici.
She's singlehandedly bringing back the padded headband.
Photographed by Joanna Totolici.
Long, airy layers beat what's left of the summer heat.
Photographed by Joanna Totolici.
A lesson in transitional layering.
Photographed by Joanna Totolici.
Note to self: Red and pink work together (and not just on Valentine's Day).
Photographed by Joanna Totolici.
Getting a jumpstart on (multiple) plaids.
Photographed by Joanna Totolici.
The Fendi monogram is still trending — hard.
Photographed by Joanna Totolici.
Black and white done just right.
Photographed by Joanna Totolici.
Colour block your bag against your 'fit.
Photographed by Joanna Totolici.
A more muted, menswear-inspired approach to street style.
Photographed by Joanna Totolici.
According to this look, the summer vibes are alive and well.
Photographed by Joanna Totolici.
Dresses with sneakers might just be the winning combo of street style.
Photographed by Joanna Totolici.
Sometimes all it takes is a simple red number.
Photographed by Joanna Totolici.
Sign us up for this elevated take on the matching set.
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