The “Pop of Red” Styling Trick Will Save Your Fall Wardrobe from Boredom — See Photos

We are seeing red, and no, not like that. We have reflected at great length on all the various themes, trends, and silhouettes that came out of the fashion week street style portfolio this season, but there was one styling trick that cropped up again and again. You’ll be happy to know that you can probably recreate it with pieces already sitting in your wardrobe.

The “pop of red” styling trick does exactly what it says on the tin: it’s the process of adding one item – be it a top, knit, shoe, or pants – in a vibrant shade of scarlet, ruby, or crimson to an otherwise simple outfit. This can clearly be traced to the design motifs of The Row (see resort 2023), Ferragamo (spring-summer 2023), and more recently, Stella McCartney and Courrèges.

While red is often considered an extroverted color and one that symbolizes emotions of anger, passion, and danger, it is interesting to see how brands and fashion lovers alike have been translating it through a minimalist lens. Undoubtedly inspired by The Row – a brand historically known for its love of all things monochrome – many of the new-season spins on red are unprinted, with clean lines. It’s all about a “baggy jeans, white shirt, black boots, and a retina-tickling red jumper” vibe. It’s a surprisingly quiet approach for such a loud shade.

Accessories might be more appealing to those who don’t want to fully commit. Whether it’s Camille Charrière’s Gucci horse-bit shoulder bag worn with a white tank top or Kendall Jenner’s mini trench coat paired with a patent burgundy slingback – if you want to make a statement this season, a “pop of red” seems to be the way to go.

Scroll down to see how the street-style crowd was repping red this season and take style cues to plan your fall wardrobe:

The pop-of-red top

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Paloma Wool

Red & Pink Lago Polo

$150

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adidas

Gazelle Sneaker

$100

Nordstrom

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Gimaguas

Red Heart Long Sleeve T-Shirt

$95

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The pop-of-red accessory

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Zara

Faux Patent Leather Strap Wedge Sandals

$60

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Monki

Tie-up Heeled Sandals in Red

$78 $47 (40% off)

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ASOS Design

Ruched Buckle Detail Shoulder Bag in Red

$35

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The pop-of-red knit

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Gotham

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Zara

Knit Zip Sweater

$50

Zara

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Monki

Cable Knit Cardigan in Red

$52 $42 (19% off)

ASOS

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Classroom School Uniforms

Uniform Sweater Vest

$26 $18 (31% off)

Amazon

The pop-of-red pants or skirt

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adidas Originals

Adicolor Classics Oversized SST Track Pants

$90

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Zara

Asymmetric Cape Blouse

$90

Zara

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ASOS Design

Belted Combat Flare Pants in Red with Contrast Stitch

$60 $17 (72% off)

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The pop-of-red jacket

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Zara

Cropped Flap Blazer

$90

Zara

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adidas Originals

adicolor 3 stripe sweat in red

$65

ASOS

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adidas Originals

Essentials Trefoil Sweatshirt in Red

$55

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Shop more red pieces for fall below:

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Zara

Rib Cotton T-Shirt

$16

Zara

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Jacquemus

Red Le Raphia 'Les Chaussettes Jacquemus' Socks

$45

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Vans

Red OG Authentic LX Sneakers

$80

SSENSE

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Noah

Red Recycled Beanie

$75

SSENSE

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ASOS Design

Chester Contrast Stitch Western Knee Boot in Red

$85

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Knit Scarf in Red

$20

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This story first appeared in British Vogue.