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While New York Fashion Week wasn’t its former self yet again, this season’s collections still have some things in common. Pretty amazing since we were treated to a mix of live shows, lookbooks and multimedia presentations. Another interesting takeaway? The top New York Fashion Week Fall 2021 trends are ones we’ve seen before.
There is one clear winner when it comes to the color of the season. Not to mention several already established chilly-weather patterns are back in play. You’ll be happy to hear that something you’ve probably already got hanging or folded neatly in your closet will still be relevant come September.
It’s also important to note that there’s lots of overlap. The hottest hue is prominently featured in prevailing patterns. It even works its way into that previously cited investment (wink, wink) piece you may already own.
Ready to discover what’s going to be on the top of every fall must-have list? Scroll through the slideshow above to reveal the top New York Fashion Week Fall 2021 trends.

NYFW Fall 2021 Trends
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Traffic-Stopping Red
Red is definitely the color of Fall 2021. At least according to New York. The hot hue popped up in practically every collection in truly bold fashion. Not that we’re complaining.
Image: Ulla Johnson Fall 2021
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Traffic-Stopping Red
ADEAM Fall 2021
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Traffic-Stopping Red
Prabal Gurung Fall 2021
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Traffic-Stopping Red
Jason Wu Fall 2021
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Florals Fit for Fall
Florals are naturally associated with spring, but they also work in fall. Especially when the bouquets are paired with moody backgrounds. Texture, like quilting or velvet, also helps the blooms thrive in chilly temps.
Image: R13 Fall 2021
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Florals Fit for Fall
Staud Fall 2021
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Florals Fit for Fall
Cinq à Sept Fall 2021
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Florals Fit for Fall
Veronica Beard Fall 2021
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Still Mad for Plaid
Plaid is an all too familiar sight in fall. This season brands fell into two tartan categories: preppy and punk rock. The yellow leggings at R13 made us want to blast the Sex Pistols. While Jason Wu and Ulla Johnson’s coats offered more prep school vibes.
Image: Jason Wu Fall 2021
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Still Mad for Plaid
R13 Fall 2021
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Still Mad for Plaid
Ulla Johnson Fall 2021
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Still Mad for Plaid
Alice + Olivia Fall 2021
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Dynamic Dots
Polka dots are another popular pattern for fall. But circumferences varied widely. Prabal Gurung presented standard-size dots. Sandy Liang went micro, while Negris LeBrum’s dots were more expansive.
Image: Prabal Gurung Fall 2021
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Dynamic Dots
Negris LeBrum Fall 2021
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Dynamic Dots
Ulla Johnson Fall 2021
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Dynamic Dots
Sandy Liang Fall 2021
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Sweater (Vest) Weather
If you’ve already stocked up on sweater vests, good news. They’ll still be in style come fall. This time around simple sleeveless versions were favored. Although there were a few V-necks thrown in for good measure.
Image: Bevza Fall 2021
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Sweater (Vest) Weather
Veronica Beard Fall 2021
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Sweater (Vest) Weather
Tanya Taylor Fall 2021
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Sweater (Vest) Weather
Staud Fall 2021