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November 2025 Insights & Inspirations: Fashion Trends, Conscious Luxury & Sustainable Style


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Fall/Winter 2025/26 Fashion Trends: Where Sustainable Style Meets Modern Expression:


Welcome, Dear Conscious Fashion Enthusiast! I'm pleased you're here today to explore the Fall 2025/26 trends. As you're aware, trends aren't something we strictly follow; instead, they serve as a means to stay informed and contemporary. This allows us to find ways to remain stylish while being mindful of our consumption and the impact of our purchases. Thus, we view trends as a source of inspiration to create new outfits from what we already own or to discover that perfect item worth investing in—timeless and classic, becoming a cherished piece in your wardrobe. So enjoy- and let us know how you incorporate some of these looks into your own personal style! Enjoy!


As we step into the Fall/Winter 2025/26 season, the fashion world is embracing a beautiful balance of heritage, innovation, and conscious creativity. From global runways to independent studios, designers are reimagining timeless silhouettes through the lens of sustainability, proving that true luxury is not wasteful but mindful. This wave of innovation is not just a trend; it is a promising future for fashion.


At Inside Fashion Design, we're always asking: How do current trends translate into meaningful, eco-driven design? This season, we're spotlighting the styles, materials, and makers shaping a more intentional fashion future—one that blends bold self-expression with responsibility.


The Key Trends Defining Fall/Winter 2025/26:

Runway look from Sarah Wong: Model wearing beige cashmere sweater, layered with pink cardigan and scarf and a full lenght flowing beige skirt
Sarah Wong Runway 2025. Image from Start by WGSN

Eco-Luxury & Circular Fashion

Designers continue to push boundaries with recycled, upcycled, and bio-based materials—crafted through transparent, traceable supply chains. From zero-waste pattern cutting to on-demand production, fashion is finding new ways to merge artistry with accountability.

model image showing just pants; cordury by Edwin in dark navy
Edwin Pant. Image from START by WGSN

Retro Revival

The charm of the '70s and '80s is back—with a twist. Think sleek bodysuits, corduroy trousers, and stirrup leggings in re-engineered, low-impact fabrics that give nostalgia a sustainable update.

model wearing a cream colored oversized faux shearling coat by lamarque-collection
Jacket by Lamarque Collection Image by START by WGSN

Shearling & Faux Fur

Oversized coats, lush faux furs, and reimagined animal prints dominate the outerwear scene, offering warmth with a conscience.

Sportmax. Image from START by WGSN
Sportmax. Image from START by WGSN

Maximalist Layering

This season is all about tactile play—layering knits, skirts, and capes in unexpected proportions for comfort and creative storytelling.

Mirror-Palais. Image from START by WGSN
Mirror-Palais. Image from START by WGSN

Hyper-Femininity

Romantic elements—lace, tulle, pearls, bows—are paired with structured leather or utility pieces, embodying strength through softness.

model on runway wearing sculpted suit in black, by givenchy
Givenchy Sculpted Suit. Image from START by WGSN

Tailoring with a Twist

Masculine-inspired shapes meet luxurious, sustainable materials. Pencil skirts, longline coats, and sculpted blazers redefine power dressing with planet-positive intent.

a snapshot of color swatches from pantone called out as colors trending for fall 2025
Highlighted color standards for Fall/Winter 25/26. From START by WGSN

Color Palette:

Expect an elegant range of greys, creams, plums, and beiges accented with rich burgundy and amethyst. Metallic accessories add a spark of statement energy to otherwise grounded palettes.


Designers Leading the Sustainable Shift:

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long white cashmere knitted coat of cashmere on a female model by Gabriella Hearst
Gabriela Hearst Charles Coat in Ivory Recycled Cashmere Boucle with Cable-knit Sleeves

  • Gabriela Hearst — Full-traceability recycled cashmere coats crafted with circular design at the core.

  • Stella McCartney — A pioneer in sustainable luxury, offering Re.Verso™-certified recycled cashmere and timeless silhouettes.

  • Naadam — Ethically sourced Mongolian cashmere that's soft on both skin and conscience.

  • Repeat Cashmere — Transparent, organic, and recycled—every piece reflects mindful craftsmanship.

    Loro Piana brand, image of a chinese sheep hearder, where this brand gets their baby cashmere
    Loro Piana Farmer for baby Cashmere. Image from Loropiana.com

  • Loro Piana — Heritage meets innovation, with select eco-conscious sourcing integrated into their legacy of Italian excellence.


Finding Secondhand and Recycled Cashmere Coats:


For consciously minded shoppers looking to invest in secondhand or restored cashmere outerwear, these trusted sources offer quality pieces that extend a garment's life while reducing waste.

  • Nearly New Cashmere Co. – Specializes in restoring premium cashmere knitwear and outerwear with meticulous care and quality assurance.

  • Second Cashmere – A curated marketplace dedicated to secondhand and recycled cashmere, ensuring each piece is considered and cared for.

  • The RealReal – A trusted luxury consignment platform with a wide selection of authenticated designer cashmere coats and blends.

  • Poshmark and Etsy – Great for discovering unique, vintage, or small-batch recycled cashmere pieces directly from individual sellers.

  • r/SustainableFashion – A thriving community sharing peer recommendations and reviews for quality thrifted or upcycled finds.


By choosing secondhand or recycled options, you not only invest in timeless luxury but also help extend the lifecycle of fashion—one of the most sustainable choices a consumer can make.

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Why This Matters to Our Design Community:

At Inside Fashion Design, understanding how and why trends evolve helps us create with deeper purpose. The intersection of heritage, circularity, and innovation reflects a new mindset—one where creativity honors both culture and climate.


By studying designers who merge ethics with aesthetics, our community gains insight into how to build collections that are not only stylish but also socially and environmentally responsible. This is fashion as education, inspiration, and evolution.


Final Thoughts:

Fall/Winter 2025/26 celebrates thoughtful luxury—a return to craftsmanship, culture, and care. Whether you're investing in recycled cashmere, supporting designers leading sustainable innovation, or choosing secondhand, every mindful decision you make is a step towards redefining what it means to dress consciously. You are not just a consumer, but a responsible participant in this larger movement.


At Inside Fashion Design, we're committed to highlighting the creators who are shaping a more sustainable industry. When fashion is made with heart, style and purpose can coexist beautifully. It's the collective effort of our fashion community that will genuinely make a difference.


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We love to share how embracing sustainability within the season’s most exciting trends makes fashion not only beautiful but meaningful. Do you have a favorite brand, 2nd hand resource or ethical maker? Share with us...we are always looking for our next feature story!


Thanks for reading today!


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