The fashion schedule is traveling at a breakneck pace, and the recent resort 2024 collections are no different. Several destination shows had the style set traipsing around the globe to take in the latest from brands that are bound to inspire a winter getaway sooner than later. If you’re keen to get your holiday plans sorted before the summer is over, look no further. Keep scrolling to see the top trends of the in-between season—and get your shopping carts ready.


DESTINATION DRESSING

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Gucci’s cruise 2024 show at the Gyeongbokgung Palace in Seoul.
Cosimo Sereni

This season, designers embraced their jet-setting schedule of pre-pandemic years with Gucci showing in Seoul, Chanel in L.A., Dior heading to Mexico City, Louis Vuitton on Lake Maggiore in Italy (in the rain), Carolina Herrera in Rio (also in the rain), Max Mara in Stockholm, and Jacquemus in Versailles. If this doesn’t inspire some wanderlust, what will?

International Carry-On
Tumi International Carry-On
$1,195 at tumi.com
Perreti Square Sunglasses
Jacques Marie Mage Perreti Square Sunglasses
Boat and Tote
L.L.Bean Boat and Tote
Now 13% Off

COASTAL ATHLEISURE

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Louis Vuitton
Giovanni Giannoni

Athleisure isn’t going anywhere, folks. The sportiest collections, like Chanel’s ’80s-meets-’60s West Coast-inspired swim and Louis Vuitton’s scuba-chic aesthetic provide the ultimate inspiration for your next beach trip.

Goccia-Print Swimsuit
Pucci Goccia-Print Swimsuit
Color-Block Shell Track Pants
Ahluwalia Color-Block Shell Track Pants
Now 45% Off
Logo-Appliqué Leather Sneakers
Toteme Logo-Appliqué Leather Sneakers

BLACK AND WHITE

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Carolina Herrera
Zé Takahashi

What’s black, white, and red all over? This monochromatic trend, for one. Carolina Herrera, Dior, and others provided plenty of solid options in the easiest, most wearable color combo. Add a pop of red to channel your inner Cruella de Vil.

Sasha Dress
Mara Hoffman Sasha Dress
Canvas Patch Mule Flat Sandals
Bottega Veneta Canvas Patch Mule Flat Sandals
Simple Crochet Tote
Clare V. Simple Crochet Tote

SUMPTUOUS SHEARLING

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Ferragamo
COURTESY OF FERRAGAMO

Resort offers, yes, lots of resortwear, but consider the super sumptuous shearling coat for the weeks you’re heading to the mountains or braving the city winds. Options from Chloé, Ferragamo, and Etro add a dose of color and pattern.

Birthday Coat
Nour Hammour Birthday Coat
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Sabrine Faux Shearling Coat
Isabel Marant Sabrine Faux Shearling Coat
Now 60% Off
Camille Cocoon Faux Shearling Coat
Stand Studio Camille Cocoon Faux Shearling Coat
Now 70% Off

PRAIRIE CHIC

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Dior
Courtesy of Dior

Turns out, channeling Meg White this winter is as simple as one cottagecore dress or Western-inspired blazer. Balmain, Alessandra Rich, and The Row showed easy frocks fit for modern-day Little House on the Prairie realness.

Aphra Crochet-Trimmed Ramie Top
Doên Aphra Crochet-Trimmed Ramie Top
Broderie Anglaise Denim Midi Skirt
Paco Rabanne Broderie Anglaise Denim Midi Skirt
Now 45% Off
Ariel Leather Cowboy Boots
Aeyde Ariel Leather Cowboy Boots
Now 40% Off

SMALL ON TOP, BIG ON THE BOTTOM

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DSquared2
Courtesy of DSquared2

Blame TikTok, but Y2K is also not going anywhere. If you’re keen to try the throwback trend, DSquared2, Paco Rabanne, and Gucci all showcased spins on the aughts classics.

Embroidered Top
Blumarine Embroidered Top
Now 40% Off
Fern Camouflage Pants
The Attico Fern Camouflage Pants
Silver Flexible Mesh Earrings
Paco Rabanne Silver Flexible Mesh Earrings

SHARP SUITING

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Stella McCartney
Courtesy of Stella McCartney

An antidote to more casual trends, razor-sharp suiting from Stella McCartney, Ferragamo, and Proenza Schouler demonstrated something more serious without comprising chicness.

Blazer
Sportmax Blazer
Erza Short
Nili Lotan Erza Short
The Flip-Flop Flat
Toteme The Flip-Flop Flat
Now 40% Off

SHIMMER AND SHINE

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Chanel
Courtesy of Chanel

The party dress muscles its way into just about every season. If you need a new excuse to party, consider Balenciaga, Diesel, and Chanel’s options for the sparkle your wardrobe is missing.

Appliquéd Metallic Mini Dress
Coperni Appliquéd Metallic Mini Dress
Now 40% Off
Athena One-Shoulder Denim Maxi Dress
Rick Owens Athena One-Shoulder Denim Maxi Dress
Lupita Iridescent Leather Mules
Amina Muaddi Lupita Iridescent Leather Mules

ALL LEATHER EVERYTHING

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Brandon Maxwell
Courtesy of Brandon Maxwell

This isn’t your boyfriend’s biker jacket. Designers like Philosophy di Lorenzo Serafini and Brandon Maxwell gave their take on head-to-toe leather that’s definitely not breathable, but looks instantly polished.

Sleeveless Draped Top
Nanushka Sleeveless Draped Top
Pernille Pleated Faux Leather Wide-Leg Pants
The Frankie Shop Pernille Pleated Faux Leather Wide-Leg Pants
Now 60% Off
Alina Boots
Vagabond Alina Boots
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