In case you forgot, all those “must-have this” and “must-have that” trends flooding your feeds…yeah, they’re designed to make you buy, not necessarily to make you look or feel your best.

But Fall 2025 hits different.

This season the most flattering colours are trending big (thank god)! And whether you’re a cool toned spring or warm autumn there’s something for tone this season.

Why Your Closet is Full of Things You Never Wear

Every new season, the internet explodes with “trending [fill in the blank] you NEED right now!”

Remember millennial pink? Gen Z yellow? That electric lime green that looked good on exactly nobody?

You bought the lipstick. Maybe the sweater. Felt trendy for about three weeks. Then what?

Your closet became a graveyard of one-season wonders. Your makeup drawer, a museum of regrettable impulse buys.

Again, because you already know…trends are marketing, not style.

They’re designed to make your current wardrobe feel outdated. To convince you that your perfectly good navy blazer is “so last season” because now it’s all about neon coral.

But the women who always look effortlessly chic? They’re not chasing every micro-trend. They know what works for them, and they stick with it, for the most part anyway.

They understand something the consumerist trend-chasers don’t…that consistent, high quality beats novelty every time.

What I Love About Fall 2025

Chocolate brown. Deep navy. Soft powder blue. Rich burgundy. Dark plum. Earthy olive green.

These are Fall 2025’s hero colors, and they’re not going anywhere.

While yes, these are traditional fall colors. But in years past we’ve seen neon orange, electric purple, and that unfortunate shade of hot mustard (not chartreuse bc she’s fabulous) come in for fall and fade faster than your summer tan. Remember when hot pink was ‘IT’ for autumn? Now those pieces are collecting dust.

This season doubled down on colors that will actually last. The kind of shades you’ll still love in five years.

And here’s the thing about timeless colors…they let you buy better pieces. (Queue the shock horror!) When you’re not worried about a color going out of style, you can invest in quality. That beautiful wool coat in deep navy? You’ll wear it for a decade. The chocolate leather bag? It gets better with age.

These aren’t trend colors. They’re timeless colors.

Here’s Why These Colours Are Worth Your Money

Chocolate Brown

While natural creams rule summer, chocolate is the true king of autumn.

And he feels like a cozy coffee on a crisp morning, cashmere sweaters and effortless luxury rolled into one. It warms up cool skin tones and adds richness to warm ones.

The best ways to wear chocolate brown:
Tailored blazers, suede ankle boots, or a structured leather tote. Pieces that anchor your wardrobe while feeling timelessly chic.

Your chocolate blazer becomes your secret weapon. THE piece that makes everything else look expensive and something you can layer with in winter.

Here are some of my favourite chocolate pieces right now:

Cherry / Burgundy

Red got the Steven Levine treatment this season.

Not fire-engine red or candy apple. Think delicious cabernet, leather boots, and that perfect crimson that works with everything.

Whether you’re calling it cherry or burgundy, that’s up to you. But these reds have a sophistication that brights lack. Professional enough for the boardroom. Elegant enough for a posh date night. Memorable enough to become your signature.

The best ways to wear cherry/burgundy:
A satin slip dress in burgundy, a structured cherry-red bag, or a matte lipstick you reach for on repeat.

These reds are regal, rich, and give you that instant confidence that turns heads without trying too hard.

Here are some of my favourite cherry / burgundy pieces right now:

Powder Blue

The anti-trend trend.

Not baby blue, not sky blue…but something dustier, softer, more deliberate. It’s nostalgic, but also modern and polished. Grace Kelly comes to mind.

It’s the perfect foil for all those rich, dark colors that dominate fall.

Like its cousins Ice and Cornflower Blue, it carries a quiet, watery restraint — crisp in light fabrics, glassy in silks, modest in chambray. That subtle gray cast gives it depth, keeping it from feeling saccharine.

Who it flatters:

• Summer palettes (cool, soft, light) will wear this best — it harmonizes effortlessly with misty pastels and greys.
• Winters can make it work as a highlight shade, especially when anchored by sharp contrasts like navy, black, or pure white.
• Springs should warm it up with camel or peach accents.
• Autumns may struggle, but can keep it in play away from the face, pairing with mahogany, or rust for balance.

The best ways to wear powder blue:
A silk blouse tucked into trousers, a cropped cardigan layered over neutrals, or velvet heels that soften an evening look.

Here are some of my favourite powder blue pieces right now:

Dark Plum

The sophisticated statement.

Not quite purple, not quite burgundy — it walks the line between vampy and elegant. I’ll admit, I love this colour! Drool! Plum is in my own palette. It’s a shade that I’m always after but rarely find, and when I do spot it in the right piece — the right depth, the right quality — people always ask where you found it.

Unlike most statement colors, plum works beautifully as both an anchor and an accent. As an anchor, it carries a coat, a knit, or even a dress with weight and authority. As an accent, it transforms in velvet heels, a silk scarf, or a handbag which always adds intrigue without stealing the whole show.

It’s a color of depth and richness, but not one that overwhelms. Worn head-to-toe, it feels polished and commanding. Layered or accessorized, it adds sophistication and just enough mystery.

The best ways to wear plum:
Anchor pieces like outerwear, tailoring, or knitwear; or as accents in velvet, silk, or leather for maximum impact.

Here are some of my favourite plum pieces right now:

Earthy Olive Green

The unexpected neutral.

Not just another green. Olive carries history and depth, being born from military uniforms. It’s supportive, and restorative, the kind of shade that grounds a palette without ever dulling it.

Olive thrives in earth tones (rusty oranges, mahogany, burgundy, and of course plum), but it also surprises against cool contrasts like powder blue or bright aqua. Add a hint of pink and it softens, shedding its austerity.

This is a down-to-earth green that elevates depending on the fabric. In yarn-dyed gingham or linen, it’s humble and approachable. In leather, shirling, or tailored wool, it turns plush, structured, even luxurious.

The best ways to wear olive green:
Utility jackets, trench coats, supple leather bags, or soft wool knits. Treat it as you would camel or navy, a base shade that anchors your wardrobe and adapts across seasons.

Here are some of my favourite olive green pieces right now:

How to Build Your Fall 2025 Color Story

Here’s where most people go wrong…they buy all the trending colours.

Don’t.

Pick two. Maybe three if you’re feeling ambitious.

Think of it like creating a signature cocktail. One dominant color. One supporting player. One surprise element.

Here are some of my favourite colour combos with Fall 2025 colours:

Making It Work in Your Real Life

Start with one perfect piece.

Maybe it’s a chocolate suede coat that makes you feel like you have your life together. Or deep ink trousers that somehow make everything else look more expensive.

The one piece that makes you stand a little straighter.

Build slowly.

Add pieces that talk to each other. That silk blouse in powder blue. The leather handbag in chocolate. Each addition strengthens your cohesive, timeless style.

Think beyond clothes.

Your signature red lip in cherry. Throw pillows in olive green. A chocolate leather journal that makes even grocery lists feel sophisticated.

These colors work across your entire life, not just your wardrobe.

The Psychology Behind These Colors

There’s a reason these shades feel so right.

They’re all found in nature and they all have a beautiful richness and depth.

Most importantly? They will last season after season.

Why This Matters More Than You Think

In a world of constant noise, having a clear color story is power.

It simplifies your decisions. Sharpens your style. Builds recognition.

People start to associate you with that gorgeous chocolate coat. That perfect red lip. That effortless way you put colors together.

You become memorable without trying too hard.

And that’s exactly the kind of effortless elegance worth investing in.