There’s nothing truly like London in autumn—at least that’s what I’m led to believe, as this will be my first living in the British capital. And if what I’ve seen so far is any bearing on how the city’s inhabitants will channel autumn 2025’s biggest fashion trends, I have a feeling it’s going to live up to my expectations.
As one of the many Australians who have taken the great leap and moved overseas to the United Kingdom, there’s a certain joy that comes with this seasonal shift. Hailing from the Southern Hemisphere means operating in opposites—evenings back home are during the days, and while we’ve enjoyed a blissful summer, those down under have been faced with a torrentially wet winter. All this to say, there’s something so pleasant about following the fashion industry calendar in a more direct way. So, when it comes to the autumn London fashion trends that I’ve been observing and slowly obsessing over, there’s nothing quite as thrilling as actually getting to wear them in real time.
I know what you’re thinking. This all might sound quite novel and inane to you. Which is a fair judgement to make, as this is my first autumn in London as a local. This, however, has worked in my favour, for I’ve been able to look at the trends unfolding before me with fresh eyes, from almost the periphery. What I’ve found so far is that an autumn in London encourages a diverse variety of chic dressers to take to the streets. In every neighbourhood, high street, community park and cocktail bar, a flurry of looks have piqued my interest.
Most notably, there’s a wash of crochet scarves and bandanas that are apt for the transitional period we’re in and priming our scalps for the knitted beanies we’ll soon be adorning our heads with. On the knitwear front, these classic warmers are taking on new formats, with signature jumpers and cardigans being swapped out for sumptuous dresses, textural coats and loungewear-inspired trousers. There’s also still a hint of summer staples, like capri pants and statement skirts. However, they’re being styled to suit the drop in temperature with windbreakers and classy button-downs.
And that’s not to mention that autumn is also the time for fashion months, with September playing host to the biggest shows presented all year. So while there’s a well of inspiration trickling in from the streets, there’s also the front row offerings from the elegant attendees to contend with.
While this newfound native would argue that there is no real bad time to be in London—ask me again after I’ve lived here a decade and I’ll tell you if that sentiment stands up—autumn is where it’s most deserving of this spotlight. Ahead, the seven key autumn London fashion trends 2025, as seen on the city’s fashion elite.
7 Key Autumn 2025 London Fashion Trends1. Capri Pants
Style Notes: If there’s one thing you can count on Londoners for, it’s the fact they’ll get their limbs out any moment the temperature creeps above 20°C. In autumn, these occurrences are few and far between. So, instead of the denim Bermuda shorts and tailored hot pants we’ve been living in all summer, style insiders are gravitating towards cool, cropped styles like capri pants. Slightly vintage while still contemporary, you can easily keep things casual with a sleek graphic shirt—like this fresh-from-the-runway Chloé style here—or dress it up with a polished jacket.
Living in London means the high street will become your best friend. Not only is it home to so many designer passing brands, but you’ll also know that you’ll find contemporary wardrobe basics at a steal.
H&M
Tailored Capri Trousers
The subtle kick flare gives these H&M capris an edge.
Toteme
Jersey Capri Pants
Londoners have the unique advantage of knowing and shopping the modern European fashion brands before they crossover to the mainstream. It’s this reason you’ll find Toteme in the wardrobes of people with only the most refined taste.
Reformation
Gale Satin Mid Rise Capri Pant
Reformation’s well-adored Gale satin trousers, just in a chic capri length.
Style Notes: One of the biggest seasonal shifts that has occurred is the swapping of polished polka dots and sweet gingham prints for something more utilitarian, like checks. From Chanel Métiers d’art collection presentation in Manchester to Dior’s Mary, Queen of Scots-inspired Cruise 2025 show, luxury fashion has slowly been making a case for tartan prints to take over. Now, as our evenings shift from time spent in rooftop cocktail bars to indoors by the fireplace, I couldn’t think of a more appropriate pattern to be wearing as we head towards 2026.
Massimo Dutti
Oversized Checked Shirt With Stand Collar
This entire outfit is so covetable.
KALLMEYER
Eve Asymmetric Layered Checked Voile Maxi Dress
The drop tulle skirt is such an elegant addition and will look so premium peeking out from underneath the check overlay when teamed with a chunky knit.
Free People
Chloe Knit Pants
Trousers present an alternative way of wearing plaid now.
A small label that so many Who What Wear editors adore.
Style Notes: From funnel necks to bomber jackets, there is no shortage of autumn jacket trends vying for our attention. Windbreakers—a trend typically synonymous with run clubs and Oasis concert outfits—have emerged as the surprising frontrunner of this bunch. Instead of wearing it with workout clothes, swap out leggings for chic tailored trousers and a long pendant necklace.
Alo Yoga
Origin Full-Zip Track Jacket
Like Adanola, Alo Yoga is one of those brands that you’ll find in every high-end neighbourhood from Greenwich to Chiswick.
Massimo Dutti
High Neck Bomber Puff Jacket
This Massimo Dutti style will sell out quick—mark my words.
This colouring is so reminiscent of the technical jackets presented in Miu Miu’s spring/summer 2025 runway.
H&M
Water-Repellent Popover Jacket
Style Notes: It’s often easy to start slipping into minimalistic outfits the moment the climate dips. Take a cue from the classiest London locals and swap out sturdy denim and refined wide-leg trousers for something with a little more glamour. From sequin maxi skirts to delicate slip styles featuring pretty lace trims and embroidery, these are shapes bound to turn heads.
M&S Collection
Sequin Floral Midi Slip Skirt
H&M
Sequined Organza Skirt
This style is very Prada-coded.
Reformation
Carolina Silk Skirt
The lace-trim satin skirt, leather jacket and white tank top is such a classic Parisian outfit formula.
Xu Zhi
Fringed Maxi Skirt
The way this fringe skirt falls just signals the wearer must have expensive taste.
Style Notes: Cosy, sumptuous and snug, there’s nothing really better than slipping into an elegant knit to keep you comfortable amid the cold months. But there’s more to this category than just jumpers and cardigans. (Though these will always have a place in our wardrobes!) From lightweight and fluid trousers to chunky maxi dresses, expand your knit arsenal with styles you’ll want to wrap yourself up in.
This ribbed knit just looks so cosy.
& Other Stories
Cropped Bouclé Jacket
While Chanel’s tweed jacket remains a classic designer style I’d love to own, this affordable style will serve me through this season till I can invest in one myself.
COS
Fluid Jersey Wide-Leg Trousers
Who needs jeans and a nice top when you have sophisticated loungewear you can leave the house in
Dorothee Schumacher
Layered Top
The double-layering trick is one of my preferred ways to make any outfits look more editorial.
Style Notes: There’s been a wave of Londoners adopting typical summer motifs for autumn, yet none more prevalent than the rise in crochet styles being worn during crisp days. From yarn bonnets to triangle scarves, don’t ever say this textile is just for the beach.
H&M
Crochet-Look Head Scarf
An easy way to lighten the feel of leather and suede jackets? Add a crochet headscarf to your look.
Nobody’s Child
Crochet Knit Button Up Cardigan in Cream
RIXO
Imola Crochet-Trimmed Embroidered Linen-Blend Midi Skirt
Pair with boots and a leather bomber to achieve an autumnal look straight out of Jennifer Lawrence’s playbook.
Free People
Summers Day Crochet Tie
The autumn 2025 equivalent of the Y2K useless skinny scarf trend.
Style Notes: Make no mistake, bloomers are showing no signs of slowing down, especially in London. After piquing interest in January at Chloé’s autumn/winter 2025 show at Paris Fashion Week, the bloomer trouser trend has slowly been waiting in the wings for the mercury to drop. Now that Londoners are wearing longer hem lengths again, there’s no better time to slip into this bohemian and pretty trouser trend.
Free People
Forever Young Bloomer Pants
If there’s one high street buy people are clambering to get their hands on, it’s this one.
A gorgeous set that costs only £75 per piece? I’m sold.
CHLOÉ
Embroidered Silk Tapered Pants
The original designer bloomer.
ZARA
Flowing Balloon Trousers
This entire outfit summarises the autumn 2025 mood in London at the moment—slightly edgy, classic pieces and styled to perfection.
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