New shoes and accessories are a joy-sparking investment – and the perfect way to weave the latest trends into your personal style.
This season, the spotlight is on modern nods to the ’90s (sleek sunglasses, shoulder bags and knee-high boots) as well as bold and brilliant accents (think hits of silver and head-turning shades).
So, whether you’re feeling creative or keeping it classic, you’ll find new-season shoes and accessories that will update your autumn winter wardrobe, and keep on turning heads.
From quiet luxury to denim maxi skirts, leather bags and metallic tops, discover how you can make the most of The Autumn Winter 2024 Trends To Last You A Lifetime.
The Metallic Marvels
Like something from outer space, silver appeared from almost nowhere in 2023. Now the metallic is across every accessory from ‘going out’ bags to shiny shoes for autumn-winter 2024.
If you’re new to the shade, start by introducing glimmers of silver with footwear. Metallic Repetto ballet flats are a playful take on the recent resurgence of the French-girl staple, while silver-adorned heels by Alexander Wang are elegant with an edge. A mini metallic A-esque clutch is a fun way to take up the trend, too. Just keep your styling minimal, with slouchy denim or black wide-leg trousers and a knit for the day or a black cocktail dress for the evening.
Once you’ve mastered subtle silver, try taking the trend one step further by mixing metals. Layer fine silver and gold jewellery or reach for sculptural earrings, rings or bangles by Najo that combine both in one piece. It might feel like a bold rule to break, but you’ll get maximum wear out of your jewellery collection (and be a step ahead of the next jewellery trend).
The Statement Sunglasses
This season, eyewear is going big or back to the future. If your style is eclectic and expressive, bold sunglasses add instant personality. Look for unexpected shapes, vibrant acetate and cat-eye lenses, which are signatures of designers Loewe and Saint Laurent. There are cherry red or vintage green shades for a pop of colour, or high-gloss black frames and gold logo hardware for a high-glamour finish. Even when you’re bundled up in a winter coat and oversized scarf, your sunglasses will make a streetwear statement.
To take the ‘wow’ factor in a different direction, try futuristic sunglasses. Epitomised by slim acetate or wireframes and black oval lenses, this trend takes inspiration from the iconic science-fiction film The Matrix. Worn with a white baby tee, low-slung jeans and sneakers, these sunglasses will have you nostalgic for the ’90s.
The Knee-High Boots
Also on the ‘90s revival wave are knee-high boots. If you’re ready to invest, a classic Stuart Weitzman pair crafted from lamb leather and gabardine will take your winter wardrobe far. Or for a quiet luxury-inspired riding boot, the smooth leather, low stacked heel and buckle detail of these Wittner boots create an everyday equestrian effect. Both of these minimalist boots can be paired with mini skirts for transeasonal versatility or styled underneath knitted dresses and maxi skirts during winter.
If you’re already a black boot fan, consider adding a taupe or cream pair like these Alias Mae boots to your collection. Crafted from buttery leather, they can be styled with neutral tones, winter whites or vintage-wash denim, so you’ll have boots to wear with everything in your wardrobe.For a maximalist approach, Ganni’s viral Western boots are full of cowboy charm. These statement-making boots can be worn to pep up your everyday wardrobe or with double denim to truly lean into the Western trend.
Whether you’re a fan of the ankle boot or the knee-high boot, make the most of this season’s most versatile accessory: The Boot Essentials We’re Investing In.
The Shoulder Bag
This season, there are shoulder bags for every occasion. If you’re striding through city streets, opt for a Brie Leon baguette bag or the Status Anxiety shoulder bag. Both styles have just enough space for everyday essentials, so are perfect to team with knitwear, blazers and denim. Or in an ode to Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw, slip on a slinky dress and kitten heels before tucking the bag beneath your arm for date night.
For something sophisticated but spacious, oversized shoulder bags are also on-trend. A north-south tote in soft leather like this Charles & Keith bag is a practical and polished choice. By contrast, the unstructured, pebbled leather of this A-esque shoulder bag makes it a perfectly unfussy and slouchy alternative for the corporate commute. With their minimalist shapes and shades, these totes are easy to style with workwear staples.
From timeless fashion to must-have beauty icons, enter a world of style, like no other, with the new issue of JONES: Autumn, Winter & Beyond.
PHOTOGRAPHY MICHAEL BRUNT
STYLING CLAUDIA JUKIC
HAIR DARREN SUMMORS AT AP–REPS
MAKE-UP MOLLY WARKENTIN AT AP–REPS
MODEL REBECCA XU AT IMG MODELS
SCULPTURAL PROPPING JORDAN GOGOS
PHOTOGRAPHY DAPHNE NGUYEN
STYLING CLAUDIA JUKIC
HAIR ALAN WHITE AT AFTER WINTER
MAKE-UP TENEILLE SORGIOVANNI AT AFTER WINTER
MODELS STEPHANIE CARTA AT MODULES MANAGEMENT; SILVIA MORALES AT VIVIEN’S