Fall 2024 Fashion Trends

Fall is here and with it comes the change of wardrobe from shorts and tank tops to jeans, jackets and boots. As the weather changes, so do the fashion trends. Social media users have been preparing for these upcoming trends by creating content that helps viewers know what the trends are and what new clothes to buy. 

The most popular trend that both TikTok and Instagram users predicted was suede, which is “a type of leather with a fuzzy, napped finish, made from the underside of the animal skin, which is softer and more pliable than the outer skin layer, though not as durable,” according to Wikipedia.  

TikTok user @lydiabielfeldt said, “If you haven’t seen it yet, you’re going to. Suede everything, especially brown suede.” TikTok user @the101andonly also said, “Suede is going to be topping the charts. Not just normal suede, but you see these embellishments? That’s the key. Or do suede with a little bit of fringe.” 

The next popular trend that was mentioned was the colors burgundy and mahogany, both of which are dark brownish-red colors. TikTok user @fatimasflossyfriends created a slideshow of their fall fashion predictions, which included a slide with burgundy-colored items and text saying, ‘Anything burgundy.’ Instagram user @grayrainberries also created a slideshow of their 2024 fall trends, which included mahogany. 

When asked what they were going to be wearing the most this fall, senior English student Natalie McClain said, “Probably, like, sweaters and layered flannels. Also, crewnecks and muted earth tones. Most of my wardrobe is geared toward fall.” McClain, dressed for the Career Fair that day, followed the dark red trend with her slacks.  

Another trend that was commonly talked about was denim, especially bootcut jeans. TikTok user @hannahlizzy_ said, “Honestly, I think bootcut jeans are coming back in a very tasteful way. Bootcut jeans have been coming in and out of style for years, so I would say this is a timeless trend.” To go with the bootcut trend, cowboy boots are also trending among social media influencers. Instagram user @justjessmaybe said, “Now red cowboy boots have been in for a minute, but to transition to fall, get neutral-colored cowboy boots so it’s gonna go with a lot more things.” 

Layering was also mentioned in multiple videos and slideshows due to it being a popular trend. TikTok user @katlyncreed created a slideshow with their Fall 2024 trend predictions, with a slide that said, “There is something just so cozy and elevated when you add some layers to your outfit, and I think we’ll see more of this.” They also included a slide that mentioned sweaters and satin maxi skirt combinations.  

Even on a budget, you can still look fashionable while being a student. Fashion is meant to be fun and expressive and there truly is no wrong or right answer in what to wear. TikTok user @erika.dwyer said, “You don’t need to go out and buy these things, I just think these are the things we’ll see a lot of.”