Preppy Fall Fashion Returns; Paul Smith Mini Debuts

Preppy staples—rugby shirts, ties, pleated skirts, sweater vests and shirtdresses—are resurging for Fall 2025 as designers blend classic silhouettes with modern, edgier details, with recent collections spotlighting names such as Matthieu Blazy at Chanel, Louise Trotter at Bottega Veneta and Jonathan Anderson at Dior. Chocolate brown has emerged as a dominant neutral across cardigans, wide-leg trousers, sneakers and blazers, often paired with cobalt, burgundy or warm green accents. High-street and retail promotions—from Amazon and Shopbop sales to an editor-favorite Quince drop—are making season-right pieces accessible, while footwear trends skew toward comfort-first clogs and brown sneakers. Mini and Sir Paul Smith unveiled a Paul Smith Edition Mini, a design-forward capsule featuring bespoke finishes, Paul Smith textiles and custom digital touches that marry heritage and streetwear sensibilities. Retail and styling notes emphasize suede, dark-wash jeans, elevated outerwear and burgundy tones for fall and the holidays.