Dress like a cool girl: fall trends in 2026

Okay so if you wanna dress like the cool girls this fall, here are the four trends you need to know about: they are everywhere and now that you read this, I'm sure you can't unsee them anymore.

Dress like a cool girl: fall trends in 2026

Baseball tees

Baseball tees are back this fall and honestly they're just effortlessly chic. Grab one in baby pink, or a warmer brown, or the saver navy combo if you're leaning more fall. You also can't go wrong with an oversized fit on warmer days or a slimmer fit so you can add an outerwear layer on top for the cooler days.

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Oversized plaid shirts

Next we have the oversized plaid shirt, a classic in every wardrobe but it's back this fall because it pairs so nicely with basics you already own. Get it thrifted, it just has that worn-in, oversized fit you can't really fake with something fresh off the rack.

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@iamemily.styles 4 fall fashion trends defining the "cool girl" aesthetic this season You don’t need an entirely new wardrobe for autumn you just need the right transitional pieces that give high-effort energy with effortless execution. Here is the breakdown of what’s actually worth wearing (and how to style them): 1. The Elevated Baseball Tee Raglan and baseball baby tees are replacing standard basic tees. For an authentic fall palette, lean into warm chocolate browns, baby pink contrasts, or deep vintage navies paired with baggy denim or tailored trousers. 2. The Oversized Plaid Shirt (Thrifted > New) Skip the stiff, fast-fashion racks. An authentic vintage or thrifted oversized flannel has the natural drape, faded wash, and relaxed silhouette that gives that lived-in, off-duty model look. 3. Liquid Satin & Cinched Silhouettes Satin is dominating transitional outerwear and tops. Look for cinched-back details that contour your waist, or fluid satin trousers to add rich textural contrast against chunky knitwear. 4. The Bright Funnel & Cinched Jacket The statement outerwear of the season. High funnel necks with toggle-cinch waists combine modern streetwear utility with sleek tailoring—especially in bold, unexpected pop colors. 💡 The Golden Rule Before You Buy: Don’t buy a trend unless it connects with at least 3 things already hanging in your closet. Use the Fits app to digitally test how these pieces pair with your current wardrobe before spending a dollar. 📌 Save this post for your fall shopping & thrifting moodboard. #FallFashionTrends #CoolGirlAesthetic #AutumnOutfitInspo #CapsuleWardrobe #FallStyleGuide ♬ let's keep pretending pt. 2 - sped up - harmxny & prod. Rollie

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Satin tops & pants

Satin's also having a huge moment right now, especially satin tops with that cinched back detail, chef's kiss, not gonna lie. Plus satin pants for a little texture. Get them in brown or bronze to pair nicely with blue, black, grey and white basic shirts. Satin pants also go really well with a pair of loafers or ballerinas. Skip the sneakers for a chic look.

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Funnel jacket

And then the jacket of the season is basically the funnel jacket or the cinch jacket, sometimes it's even both combined into this one cinched funnel thing, and bright colors are everywhere on this one. But if you're not sure how any of this is actually gonna look on you, or how it pairs with what you already own, just pull it up in the Fits app and see before you buy anything new. Anyway, tell me in the comments which of these four you're adding to your closet first.