Spotted at NYFW: 7 Trends Seen Among Street Style Attendees This Season

If there’s one thing I look forward to as much as the runway shows during New York Fashion Week, it’s the street style. There’s something about seeing how people interpret trends in real time—whether they’re editors running between shows, influencers making a statement, or off-duty models effortlessly pulling off the coolest looks. This season, I kept my eyes peeled for the standout pieces and styling tricks that felt fresh, and let’s just say, the fashion crowd did not disappoint. It’s been clear season after season that personal style is thriving more than ever.

After a week of nonstop outfit-spotting, I narrowed it down to the seven key trends that truly defined NYFW street style this season. Some of them were expected (cape coats were highly predicted to have a moment this year), while others took me by surprise in the best way. Whether you’re looking for easy outfit upgrades or just love keeping up with what’s next, these are the trends that had everyone talking.

New York Fashion Week Street Style Was All About These 7 Trends

1. Sporty Meets Polished

Style Notes: This season, the fashion crowd mastered the art of mixing athletic pieces with refined tailoring, proving that sporty and sophisticated can go hand in hand. Think track jackets with pleated skirts, trainers with soft suiting for just the right amount of contrast to keep things interesting.

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2. Hourglass Blazers

Style Notes: Blazers have taken on a sculpted, cinched-in shape with an emphasis on the waist using bold proportions. Whether styled with wide-leg trousers, micro shorts, or even standing on its own, the structured silhouette made every outfit feel instantly more powerful.

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3. Statement Eyewear

Style Notes: Sunglasses weren’t just accessories—they were the main event. From futuristic wraparounds to oversize retro frames, eye-catching shades added personality to even the simplest outfits.

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4. Belts on Top

Style Notes: Whether it was a skinny belt over outerwear or a chunky buckle cinching a blazer, this styling trick was everywhere. It’s an easy way to add definition to a look and make even the most oversize pieces feel intentional.

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5. Cape Coats

Style Notes: The greatest outerwear trend to come out of 2024 is still going strong—cape coats brought a dramatic yet effortless energy to NYFW street style. Draped over shoulders or fully fastened, they proved that statement-making outerwear is still a top priority.