I don't know about you, but I have far too many pairs of wintry black and brown shoes in my closet, and boredom has officially set in. I also wear jeans far more than any other item in my closet during fall and winter, and shoes that make them a bit more exciting are my main shopping objective this season. Luckily, it hasn't been hard to figure out which trend to add to my wardrobe, as all the cool girls are wearing it and all the cool brands are making it: black-and-white animal-print shoes. In this case, that cool girl is Dua Lipa, who wore a pair of zebra-print pumps with a velvet jacket and dark denim jeans for dinner in NYC last week.
From dalmation to pony to zebra, these chic animal prints are even more versatile than leopard, and wearing them in shoe form indicates that you have cool style (and makes it look like you put more effort into your jeans outfits than you did). The best black-and-white animal-print shoes are calf-hair ones, and I found a handful of great options to add to your winter wardrobe. Keep scrolling to shop them and to see how perfect Dua Lipa's styling of her zebra shoes was.
A classic crewneck or turtleneck sweater is always a safe bet, but if your outfit goal this winter is to look of-the-moment and perhaps even trendy, a great place to start is with the sweaters you add to your wardrobe this season. I don't know about you, but I prefer to not replace my sweater collection every year, so I gravitate toward styles that feel fresh but not overly trendy, which ensures that my outfits never look dated. And luckily, the most popular trends this season fit the bill.
The sweater trends this season run the gamut from a specific color to silhouettes to special details to necklines, and all will elevate your outfits in an instant. By the time 2027 arrives (which is soon), you'll spot these sweater trends on all the chicest dressers, so my advice is to get a head start before the first frost.
Scroll on to shop the seven most important sweater trends of the season, from J.Crew, Reformation, COS, and more.
Purple
As you know, royal purple is everywhere, and I've noticed that sweaters in this hue are selling out everywhere. Part of the reason it's a great piece to have in your closet is because it works as well with neutrals as it does with other bold colors, such as red or maregold.
ZARA
Soft Knit Sweater
Reformation
Clara Cashmere Crew Cardigan
MANGO
Knitted Polo-Neck Sweater
STAUD
Serrano Cashmere Relaxed Crew
Cropped Half-Zip
J.Crew's Tiny Rollneck Sweater was an instant hit when it dropped a couple of months ago, and it represents an overarching trend. Cropped half-zip sweaters are popping up at other retailers too, which is a clear sign that this trend is only going up. I'll be pairing mine with everything from low-rise jeans to pencil skirts.
J.Crew
Tiny Rollneck
STAUD
Hampton Patterned Half-Zip Crop Sweater
Reformation
Barney Cotton Quarter-Zip Sweater
Miu Miu
Cashmere Half-Zipper Sweater
Scarf-Attached
Scarf-attached everything is cool, so it's to be expected that knitewear would get the scarf treatment. These draped styles add a luxe touch to any outfit.
H&M
Scarf-Collar Mohair-Blend Sweater
Sézane
Joseph Jumper
J.Crew
Cashmere V-Neck Sweater With Removable Scarf
Reformation
Sophia Cashmere Scarf Sweater
Peplum
If you're seeking a sweater that's the opposite of one of the many oversized styles on the market, a peplum sweater is your best bet. These flattering styles can easily be dressed up for evening or down for daytime.
Open Edit
Softluxe Ribbed Waist Cardigan
ALIGNE
Chase Peplum Knit Sweater
COS
Belt-Detail Merino Wool Sweater
Reformation
Anna Alpaca Peplum Sweater Top
U-Neck
Are U-necks the new V-necks? To this question, I would answer yes, even though V-necks are still going strong. But dramatic scoop necks look much more 2027, and add an alluring touch to your outfits on even the coldest days.
Tory Burch
Merino Wool U-Neck Sweater
Reformation
Jonie Cashmere Oversized Scoop Neck
LOULOU DE SAISON
Derry Cashmere Sweater
Everlane
Fine Cashmere Long-Sleeve U-Neck Sweater
Fur-Trimmed
It's going to be a fur-trimmed winter, and naturally, that applies to sweaters (especially cardigans) among many other items. It's an easy way to add a luxe touch to your outfits, and looks especially chic peeking out from beneath a coat.
DÔEN
Clara Cashmere Cardigan
ZARA
Faux Fur Effect Combined Sweater
Lioness
Gisele Cardigan
M&S
Faux Fur Collar Cardigan
Funnel-Neck
Funnel-neck sweaters are undoubtedly an offshoot of the wildly popular funnel-neck jacket trend that continues to be a fashion-person go-to. I'm seeing versions with and without buttons, either of which will make your outfits look very 2027.
Banana Republic
Chunky Cotton Funnel-Neck Sweater
COS
Merino Wool Mock-Neck Cardigan
Massimo Dutti
Purl Knit Cardigan With Funnel Neck
Reformation
Jules Oversized Regenerative Wool Turtleneck
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This summer, blush was all the rage. In fact, blush has been one of the biggest makeup trends of the year, and many of us have been adopting the "more is more" approach. As a keen blush enthusiast and ever-curious beauty editor, I was intrigued to see whether we'd be reaching for the blusher this winter, too. So I reached out to Bernicia Boateng, leading makeup artist and Estée Lauder partner, for her expert opinion.
"I think blush has become such an essential part of everyone's makeup routine that it's no longer just a seasonal trend," Boateng tells me. "We've moved away from blush being something that simply adds a little colour to the cheeks. It's now a way to bring dimension, warmth and personality to the entire face."
Summer was all about vibrant shades, but Boateng says winter will look a little different. "I think we'll see people gravitating towards richer, more romantic tones. Think deep berries, plums, warm terracottas and beautiful rosy browns." Below, Boateng shared the biggest blush trends to try this winter, and after researching them all, I think I've found a new favourite...
First up: what Boateng calls 'blush draping'. "I'm a big fan of using blush to sculpt the face," she tells me. "Rather than concentrating the colour solely on the apples of the cheeks, we'll see more blush swept upwards towards the temples, almost replacing traditional contour. It's such a beautiful way to lift the face while keeping everything soft."
"I think we're going to see a lot of deep berry, wine and plum tones this winter," says Boateng. "There's something so beautiful about that naturally flushed, just-stepped-out-into-the-cold look. These shades are particularly gorgeous on deeper skin tones."
One of my favourite winter trends is 'blurred blush'. "While I love a dewy complexion, I think we're going to see a return to beautifully diffused, velvety blush finishes," Boateng explains. "Nothing too harsh or overly pigmented, just a soft wash of colour that looks almost airbrushed. It's timeless and incredibly flattering."
"I absolutely love a cohesive makeup look," says Boateng. "Using similar tones across the cheeks, lips and eyes creates such an expensive, polished finish. For winter, I'm thinking beautiful mauves, warm browns and muted rose shades."
You know when you've been out in the cold, and you finally come inside and your cheeks have that natural-looking flush? Well, that's what this trend is all about. "[It's] that soft, slightly rosy complexion that makes you look like you've just come in from a winter walk," Boateng adds. "I think we'll see a lot of blush applied across the cheeks and subtly over the bridge of the nose to create that fresh, youthful finish."
It might not be summer anymore, but blonzing is here to stay. "The combination of blush and bronzer is something I think we'll continue seeing more of," Boateng tells me. "It's perfect for anyone who wants to maintain that warmth and glow throughout the colder months. I particularly love warm terracotta and reddish-brown shades for this."
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Benefit
Terra WANDERful World Blush
VIOLETTE_FR
Plume Blush Latte Praline
Bareminerals
Gen Nude Blonzer
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